Program Lab Facilities Coordinator

Job Title: Program Lab Facilities Coordinator with a Secret Clearance 

Location: Manassas, VA

Employment Type: Contract-to-hire

Industry: Defense

Compensation: $55.71

What You'll Do:

• Assemble and configure test racks including servers, switches, and network components
• Build and deploy systems using COTS/GOTS software and manage lab configurations
• Support lab planning including layout, power, cooling, and equipment setup
• Work with and interact with Vendors/Customer Service 
• Track and manage hardware assets and support procurement and BOM generation
• Conduct system testing, validation, and troubleshooting to ensure performance
• Collaborate with engineering teams to resolve hardware issues and support system integration
• Develop and maintain test documentation, procedures, and reports

About the Opportunity:

Join a cutting-edge cybersecurity engineering team supporting advanced lab environments for mission-critical systems. In this hands-on role, you'll build, configure, and maintain test labs while supporting hardware integration, system validation, and troubleshooting activities.

Why You'll Love Working Here:

• Work with advanced, often classified technologies in a highly innovative environment
• Be part of a collaborative team supporting critical national defense programs
• Gain exposure to lab infrastructure, CI/CD tools, and cybersecurity systems
• Opportunities for continuous learning and technical skill development

Why This Opportunity is Exciting:

This role offers a unique blend of hardware integration, lab operations, and test engineering-giving you the opportunity to work on next-generation systems in a high-impact, mission-driven environment.

About Acara Solutions

Acara is a premier recruiting and workforce solutions provider-we help companies compete for talent. With a legacy of experience in various industries worldwide, we partner with clients, listen to their needs, and customize visionary talent solutions that drive desired business outcomes. We leverage decades of experience to deliver contingent staffing, direct placement, executive search, and workforce services worldwide.

Job Requirements

What You'll Bring:

• 5+ years of experience in hardware integration, test lab setup, or engineering support
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related field (or 4+ years equivalent experience plus 5+ years related experience)
• 3+ years of experience assembling and configuring computer systems, servers, and network equipment
• 3+ years of experience working with networking protocols (TCP/IP, UDP, ICMP) and basic Linux command line
• 3+ years of experience using Microsoft Office tools (Excel, Word, Visio, PowerPoint)

What Sets You Apart:

• Experience supporting cybersecurity or classified lab environments
• Knowledge of Submarine Combat Control Weapon Systems
• Familiarity with CI/CD tools and modern lab automation practices
• Ability to read and interpret C, C++, or Java code
• Cybersecurity certification or related training
• Strong analytical mindset with excellent problem-solving and communication skills

Additional Information:

• Position is fully onsite
• Upon offer of employment, the individual will be subject to a background check and a drug screen
• Occasional overtime may be required based on project needs
• In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.
• Active Secret Clearance listed

After you , you may receive a call or message from our AI Talent Scout about this role or other opportunities that match your skills and preferences. AI agent role is to help speed up your hiring process by answering questions, confirming basic information, and identifying whether there's a mutual fit.

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Aleron companies (Acara Solutions, Aleron Shared Resources, Broadleaf Results, Lume Strategies, TalentRise, Viaduct) are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Race/Color/Gender/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Veteran.

Applicants for this position must be legally authorized to work in the United States. This position does not meet the employment requirements for individuals with F-1 OPT STEM work authorization status.