Chief Hardware Officer: Lead Production-Ready Systems
Torchbearers
Annapolis, MD · Posted October 29, 2026
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About the job
Torchbearers in Maryland is seeking a CTO-level leader to own the hardware strategy and drive production readiness for high-stakes systems. You will work on floor with suppliers, set part strategies, and build a durable hardware team alongside the software lead. This role...