R&D Manager

2 weeks ago


Rancho Santa Margarita, United States Round-Peg Solutions (RPS) Full time

Are you an R&D Manager looking to develop groundbreaking defense technology? Would you be interested in working with one of the most well-established defense organizations in the U.S. that has been keeping the military protected for over 50 years? If so, and you are passionate about aerospace or defense innovation this may be the opportunity you’ve been searching for.


Based out of their state-of-the-art technology center in Rancho Santa Margarita, Palomar Products is looking to hire a creative R&D Manager to bring to life a whole new range of audio technology products.



Salary: $175-200k – Depending on Experience

Work Schedule: 9/80 – every other Friday off



Key Responsibilities of the R&D Manager

  • Lead the creation of new products, processes, and technologies through research and prototyping, serving as the system architect to deliver innovative solutions.
  • Develop and execute R&D strategies and product roadmaps aligned with business goals, identifying emerging and innovative technologies and market opportunities.
  • Cultivate a high-performing R&D team by developing, mentoring, and fostering a culture of innovation and collaboration.
  • Manage R&D projects to ensure they are completed on time, within budget, and aligned with the company’s annual plan.
  • Adhere to strict quality standards for R&D outputs, ensuring compliance with aerospace and defense best practices and regulatory requirements.
  • Safeguard and manage the company’s intellectual property, including patents and trade secrets, to maintain a competitive edge.
  • Oversee budgets, prioritizing projects based on strategic value and potential ROI, while monitoring resource use.



Experience and Qualifications required for the R&D Manager

  • B.S. in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
  • 10+ years of experience in designing embedded systems hardware and firmware for mission-critical systems (medical/military/aerospace).
  • Proven leadership in successful R&D/NPI projects within a regulated industry.
  • Experience mentoring engineers, enhancing their skills, and establishing standard work practices.
  • Proficient in system architecture, design, and integration.




The successful R&D Manager will drive innovation in a well-funded, well-established organization. You’ll be the figurehead for ground-breaking new product innovation, whilst revolutionizing existing products that have been keeping the military safe since 1970. You’ll receive full support from Senior Management and the wider group in realizing your new conceptual ideas and lead a highly experienced development team. Therefore, if you are a bright-minded innovations focused R&D Manager this may be the career move that you have been searching for. Please get in touch for more information.


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