ECD Chief Program Engineer

Knightscope is a security technology company building the nation’s first Autonomous Security Force.

The Company combines autonomous machines, advanced software, and human expertise to help protect people, property, and critical infrastructure.

Knightscope’s long-term mission is to make the United States of America the safest country in the world.

Knightscope is seeking a highly driven, hands-on, and technically proficient Chief Program Engineer to lead the Emergency Communication Device (ECD) product line — the Blue Light Tower, Blue Light Emergency Phone, Call Box, and Retrofit Kit.

You will serve as the product, program, engineering, and technical focal point for all ECD products in production and in the field, while leading new product development for the next generation Retrofit Kit.

This key role will oversee the integration of mechanical, electrical, telecommunications, power, solar, and embedded systems, working cross-functionally with design, engineering, cybersecurity, manufacturing, marketing, sales, service, and executive leadership.

Given the importance of the program, you will report directly to the CEO.

Sunnyvale, CA (Knightscope Headquarters) – on-site

You must possess strong leadership capabilities, a roll-up-your-sleeves mentality, and technical depth across complex systems – including new product development processes, re-balancing of targets, gates, and milestones.

This is a rare opportunity to begin to overhaul the nation’s public safety and security infrastructure with a mission-driven team in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.

• Serve as the single point of accountability for all technical aspects of the ECD product line: Blue Light Tower, Blue Light Emergency Phone, Call Box, and Retrofit Kit.
• Lead new product development for the next generation Retrofit Kit – from concept through validation, regulatory approvals, and production ramp – including integration with the Knightscope Signals platform.