hardware-development jobs in San Diego

Lead technical program execution for RFIC and mmWave hardware development from requirements through production at an Aerospace & Defense company. Coordinate cross-functional engineering teams, external partners, and vendors to align complex programs to system needs, schedules, risks, and cost targets.…See more Build integrated schedules, milestone plans, and executive dashboards while driving risk management and fostering technical collaboration across the program lifecycle. Requires 10+ years of technical program management experience, a degree in electrical engineering or related discipline, and hands-on experience managing RF IC programs through all lifecycle phases.

Lead cross-functional engineering development programs spanning mechanical, electrical, photonics, software, and firmware teams at a quantum hardware startup. Drive day-to-day execution, manage scope/schedule/budget for photonics hardware projects, identify risks, unblock teams, and partner with supply chain to ensure on-time delivery.…See more Requires a Ph.D. in engineering and minimum 8 years of hardware project engineering or hardware product management experience, with proven ability to execute structured hardware development processes across multiple disciplines.

SAIC seeks a Systems Engineer to support the Expeditionary Unmanned Systems (ExUS) project, providing systems engineering for development, integration, testing, analysis, and documentation of software and hardware modifications for MK 18 FoS Systems and Next Generation UUV capabilities. The role requires 7 years of engineering experience, an active SECRET clearance on day one, and will be based on site at NIWC Pacific in San Diego.…See more Desired qualifications include ACAT IV program experience and demonstrated expertise in requirements development, project management, hardware development, test planning, and logistics support analysis.

SAIC seeks a Systems Engineer to support the Unmanned Maritime Systems Support (UMSS) program, providing systems engineering for development, integration, testing, analysis, and documentation of software and hardware modifications for MK 18 FoS Systems and Next Generation UUV capabilities. The role requires a Bachelor's degree in engineering and 4 years of experience, with an active Secret clearance required on day one.…See more Desired qualifications include experience with ACAT IV programs, engineering project management (scope, requirements, documentation, scheduling, budgeting), and systems development lifecycle activities (requirements analysis, hardware development, test planning, logistics support).