
Daniel Development Group, LLC
Help clients solve their engineering and design challenges and get to market quickly.
About the firm
Daniel Development Group (DDG) is an engineering and product development practice based in the Phoenix Metro area of Arizona, with roots dating back to Uinta West (founded in 1997 in Utah). DDG offers a complete range of engineering services for clients developing hardware and software products, with deep expertise in embedded systems design, electrical engineering, circuit card assembly design, software and firmware development, mechanical engineering, industrial design, manufacturing engineering, and project management. It serves markets including IoT, smart home, data communications, ruggedized systems, and autonomous platforms. DDG also operates Daniel Labs, which conducts applied research in autonomous systems, AI at the edge, information systems, and air, space, and underseas platforms. The practice maintains relationships with contract manufacturers domestically and internationally, supporting clients through the full product development lifecycle from concept through first production.
- Established
- 1997
- Firm type
- Electrical Engineering · Mechanical Engineering · Software Engineering · Automation & Controls
People
Leslie DanielPresident and Co-Founder
David DanielPhD, CTO and Co-Founder
Dustin DanielSoftware/Firmware Development
Capabilities
Electrical Engineering
Service websiteComprehensive electrical design and system engineering covering the entire product development process from initial concept through first production.
- Embedded Systems & Circuit Design
Designing microprocessor and microcontroller based digital, analog, and mixed-signal circuit card assemblies (CCAs).
- IoT & Wireless Networking
Developing low-power, battery-operated, and portable wireless designs for smart homes and connected environments.
- High-Speed Data & Cryptography
Engineering high data rate cryptographic subsystems, secure communication links, and advanced network architectures.
- FPGA Design
Creating high-density, high-pin count FPGA-based designs tailored to ruggedized and high-performance applications.
- Sensor Interfacing & Data Acquisition
Developing low-noise, high-resolution mixed-signal designs for high-accuracy sensor data capture.
Software & Firmware Development
Service websiteCustom embedded software and firmware engineering focusing on real-time controls, network communication, and intelligent edge systems.
- Embedded Systems Software
Architecting software solutions utilizing operating systems such as Linux, Embedded Linux, and Android.
- Real-Time OS Development
Implementing deterministic, royalty-free systems using FreeRTOS and Keil RTX for microcontroller platforms.
- Autonomous Platform Software
Leveraging Soar Cognitive Architecture to design intelligent, adaptive, and autonomous agents for embedded systems.
Project Management
Service websiteA disciplined, iterative multi-stage gated development methodology engineered to mitigate risk and achieve product launch goals on schedule.
- Gated Product Development
Executing structured stage-gates covering marketing requirements, proof-of-concept testing, EVT, DVT, PVT, and initial production runs.
- Product Specification Development
Translating market objectives into functional requirements, covering electrical architecture, environmental parameters, and target certifications.
Mechanical Engineering
Service websiteMechanical systems development integrated across the full lifecycle to ensure optimal physical form, fit, and manufacturing viability.
- 3D Mechanical Modeling & 2D Drafting
Generating precise mechanical CAD assemblies, layout drawings, and detailed technical documentation.
- Design for Manufacturability & Testability
Refining physical components to streamline factory assembly, testing procedures, and operational accessibility.
Industrial Design
Service websiteAesthetic and structural concept engineering focused on product form factor, footprint, and ergonomic usability.
- Form and Footprint Optimization
Establishing early-stage dimensional limits, spatial footprints, and exterior geometries of hardware platforms.
- Concept to Tooling Aesthetics
Managing product visual design and surface styling from initial sketches through final production tooling constraints.
Manufacturing Engineering
Service websiteProduction line setup and quality engineering support to scale product manufacturing efficiently with domestic and international partners.
- Contract Manufacturer Selection
Identifying and onboarding target domestic and international manufacturing partners to execute production.
- Production Documentation & Quality Planning
Formulating Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Standard Inspection Procedures (SIPs), and custom factory test plans.
Intellectual Property Development
Service websiteStrategic engineering consultation to design-in proprietary technology and systematically build robust, high-value patent portfolios.
Industries
Electronics · Consumer Products · Industrial · Automation & Controls · Robotics · Telecommunications · Defense · Aerospace · Medical Devices
Projects
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