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Skyways

Director of Hardware

Austin, TX

$122K - $161K/yr

The Opportunity As Director of Hardware, you will own the physical aircraft systems that make Skyways aircraft fly real missions today. You will lead hardware execution across structures, avionics ...

Skyways

Director of Hardware

Austin, TX · On-site

$122K - $161K/yr

The Opportunity As Director of Hardware, you will own the physical aircraft systems that make Skyways aircraft fly real missions today. You will lead hardware execution across structures, avionics ...

Skyways

Director of Hardware

Austin, TX

$122K - $161K/yr

The Opportunity As Director of Hardware, you will own the physical aircraft systems that make Skyways aircraft fly real missions today. You will lead hardware execution across structures, avionics ...

AeroVect

Director of Hardware

South San Francisco, CA · On-site

$275K - $350K/yr

We are hiring a Director of Hardware to lead our hardware organization end-to-end. You will manage the entire hardware team across mechanical, electrical, and electromechanical engineering, drive-by ...

AeroVect

Director of Hardware

Atlanta, GA · On-site

Director Of Hardware AeroVect is transforming ground handling with autonomy, redefining how airlines and ground service providers around the globe run day-to-day operations. We are a Series A company ...

Albedo

Director of Hardware Engineering

Broomfield, CO

$250K - $275K/yr

Albedo is hiring a Director of Hardware Engineering to lead our hardware org across opto-mechanical, structural, thermal, and avionics disciplines. You'll own the design margin discipline for ...

Albedo

Director of Hardware Engineering

Broomfield, CO · On-site

$250K - $275K/yr

Albedo is hiring a Director of Hardware Engineering to lead our hardware org across opto-mechanical, structural, thermal, and avionics disciplines. You'll own the design margin discipline for ...

Jetson Home

Director of Hardware Product

Centennial, CO · On-site

$215K - $240K/yr

As Director of Hardware Product, you will lead the vision, roadmap, and delivery of Jetson's entire smart home hardware portfolio - heat pumps, heat pump water heaters, EV chargers, home batteries ...

Jetson Home

Director of Hardware Product

Centennial, CO · On-site

$239K - $251K/yr

As Director of Hardware Product, you will lead the vision, roadmap, and delivery of Jetson's entire smart home hardware portfolio -- heat pumps, heat pump water heaters, EV chargers, home batteries ...

Jetson Home

Director of Hardware Product

Centennial, CO · On-site

$239K - $251K/yr

As Director of Hardware Product, you will lead the vision, roadmap, and delivery of Jetson's entire smart home hardware portfolio - heat pumps, heat pump water heaters, EV chargers, home batteries ...

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As of Aug 26, 2026, the average yearly pay for director of hardware in the United States is $135,763.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $109,500.00 and $163,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Director of Hardware oversees the design, development, and production of physical technology products, such as computers, electronics, or other hardware devices. This role typically involves leading engineering teams, managing project timelines, coordinating with other departments, and setting strategic goals for hardware development. They ensure quality, innovation, and efficiency in the creation of new products and often play a key role in vendor management and budget allocation. The Director of Hardware is also responsible for staying updated on industry trends to keep the company competitive.

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To thrive as a Director of Hardware, you need extensive experience in hardware engineering, project management, and a relevant technical degree, often supplemented by leadership roles in product development. Familiarity with CAD tools, hardware design software, and manufacturing processes, as well as certifications like PMP or Six Sigma, are highly beneficial. Exceptional leadership, strategic thinking, and communication skills set top performers apart by enabling effective cross-functional collaboration and team motivation. These skills are crucial for overseeing complex hardware projects, driving innovation, and delivering high-quality products on time and within budget.

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Director of Hardware

Skyways

Austin, TX

$122K - $161K/yr

Full-time

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Job description

Skyways designs, builds, and operates fully autonomous long-range cargo aircraft. Founded in 2017, the company has spent the last eight years developing and deploying autonomous logistics systems for real-world operations.

Our V2 aircraft carries 30 lbs up to 500 miles, while our next-generation V3 carries 100 lbs over 1,000+ miles with 20+ hours of endurance. Both use a hybrid-electric architecture that takes off like a helicopter and cruises like a plane, enabling long-range autonomous delivery without traditional runway infrastructure.

Today, Skyways aircraft operate across three continents in controlled national airspace under FAA oversight and in support of U.S. military operations. We are transitioning from prototype development to full-rate production and scaling toward large autonomous cargo fleets.

Backed by Y Combinator and a $37M AFWERX STRATFI award from the U.S. Air Force, Skyways is creating a new form of transportation to advance our civilization from Austin, Texas.

The Opportunity

As Director of Hardware, you will own the physical aircraft systems that make Skyways aircraft fly real missions today.

You will lead hardware execution across structures, avionics, power, and system integration, taking designs from prototype through production, test, and fielded reliability. This is a hands-on leadership role for someone who can set direction, build the team, make hard technical calls, and stay close to the aircraft when problems need direct ownership.

You will work closely with flight, software, manufacturing, and supply chain to turn designs into reliable operational aircraft and improve them as the fleet scales.

What You'll Do:

  • Own aircraft hardware execution across structures, avionics, power, and system integration.

  • Lead and grow the hardware engineering team with a strong emphasis on quality, accountability, and velocity.

  • Make and drive critical technical decisions through design reviews, trade studies, and system integration.

  • Take hardware from prototype to production with a focus on manufacturability and reliability.

  • Partner closely with manufacturing, supply chain, and flight test to close the loop between design, production, and operations.

  • Establish hardware standards, documentation, and test practices that scale with the fleet.

  • Support certification, compliance, and customer driven requirements as programs mature.

What You'll Bring:

  • Proven experience shipping complex hardware systems into production.

  • Experience leading hardware teams while staying close to design and integration work.

  • Strong background in avionics, aircraft systems, or tightly integrated electromechanical platforms.

  • Experience with UAVs, aircraft certification environments, or defense programs.

  • A track record of building hardware that performs in real operational environments.

  • Comfort operating in fast moving teams with real schedule, cost, and mission constraints.

  • Willingness to be on the floor, at the flight line, and in the loop when things break.

Bonus Points:

  • Experience scaling hardware from early production to higher volume.

  • Startup experience building teams, processes, and systems from the ground up.

Want to join our mission? Apply to learn more!

Due to U.S. government contract requirements, this role is limited to U.S. citizens, U.S. permanent residents, or candidates from specific countries authorized under applicable export control regulations.

Skyways is an Equal Opportunity employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or any other factor protected by applicable local, state or federal laws.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
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