Head of Hardware Engineering
Roadrunner StudiosSan Francisco, California
Full Time
Posted March 4, 2026
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Job Description
The Head of Hardware Engineering will lead the development, prototyping, qualification, and manufacturing of innovative weather modification hardware systems at an early-stage startup, applying aerospace standards and managing complex, evolving projects.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the development of the deployment system for weather modification hardware.
- Oversee prototyping, operational qualification, and production scale manufacturing.
- Partner with Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) teams to ensure manufacturing robustness.
- Apply aerospace engineering principles to industrial hardware development.
- Develop systems that are as robust and scalable as automotive manufacturing.
Requirements
- Experience leading the development of hardware systems, including prototyping, operational qualification, and production scale manufacturing.
- Ability to partner with an Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) team to develop and manufacture industrial hardware systems.
- Experience applying aerospace rigor to industrial hardware development.
- Proven ability to develop systems that are as robust as those produced at the scale of a car.
- Willingness to work upwards of 50-60 hours per week, sometimes more.
- Willingness to travel frequently and work regularly on weekends.
- Experience leading hardware development for early-stage startups or innovative projects.
- Strong leadership skills to oversee hardware engineering teams and projects.
- Ability to adapt to shifting priorities, evolving roadmaps, and changing work products.
Benefits & Perks
Significant equity opportunity
Work environment with frequent travel and regular weekend work
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