Engineering Manager (Aerospace & Defense)1 day ago Be among the first 25 applicantsGet AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.Arena Family of Companies pay rangeThis range is provided by Arena Family of Companies. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.Base pay range$170,000.00/yr - $200,000.00/yrAdditional compensation typesAnnual BonusJoin a world-class engineering and technology team that has been shaping the industry for over 60 years. Join a global leader driving the future of RF and wireless innovation, pioneering precision RF, microwave, and THz measurement and calibration solutions that empower the next generation of breakthroughs in 5G/6G, aerospace and defense, satellite communications, and quantum research.Your work will have a direct and meaningful impact on the world's leading semiconductor manufacturers, telecom innovators, and research institutions, from enabling mission-critical radar and satellite systems to advancing quantum computing and next-generation wireless networks.Why This Role?Market-competitive salary & Bonuses: Enjoy a market-competitive salary range, plus annual performance and multi-year retention bonuses.International Exposure: Gain valuable experience working with dynamic teams across the USA and the Netherlands, broadening your global business perspective.Creative & High-Tech Environment: Lead engineering efforts in cutting-edge RF, microwave, and metrology product development with access to advanced tools and facilities.Leadership & Career Growth:



Manage and mentor a high-performing multidisciplinary engineering team, driving career development and fostering collaboration.Impactful Role: Lead critical sustaining and new product development projects, directly influencing as a global leader in calibration and measurement solutions.Strong Company Stability: Join a company with over 60 years of industry leadership, robust growth, and no layoffs even during economic downturns.Comprehensive Benefits Package: Access medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability coverage, family leave policies, and a 401(k) plan with employer matching.Collaborative Culture: Thrive in a culture rooted in passion, accountability, and employee development, where your contributions and leadership are highly valued.Quality & Compliance Excellence: Work within ISO 9001:2015, AS9100D, and ISO/IEC 17025 certified processes, ensuring high standards for product quality and safety.Work-Life Balance: Full-time, 40-hour workweek-based, with a supportive work environment that respects autonomy and results.What You'll Do:Lead and manage the engineering team in Ontario to deliver innovative and cost-effective RF and microwave product solutions on tight schedules.Oversee both sustaining engineering and new development projects for metrology, interconnect,



and tuner product lines.Collaborate cross-functionally with electronics, microwave, and software teams to drive multidisciplinary product design and development.Manage project planning, budgeting, scheduling, and documentation to ensure on-time delivery and compliance with quality standards.Support business development efforts by evaluating new product concepts, preparing technical proposals, and providing pre-sales technical expertise.What You'll Bring:A Master's or PhD in Electronic/Electrical Engineering with a specialized focus in RF and microwave engineering.Over 10 years of hands-on engineering design experience in microwave/RF test and measurement environments.Solid leadership skills with proven success managing cross-disciplinary teams in electrical, mechanical, and software engineering.Expertise in amplifier design, load-pull techniques, and calibration methodologies, coupled with solid project management and cost control experience.Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with a metrics-driven, solution-oriented approach to team development and performance management.Seniority levelDirectorEmployment typeFull-timeJob functionManufacturing, Production, and Product ManagementIndustriesAviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing, Semiconductor Manufacturing, and Defense and Space ManufacturingBenefitsMedical insuranceVision insurance401(k)Child care supportPaid maternity leaveStudent loan assistanceDisability insurancePaid paternity leavePension planTuition assistance #J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Engineering Manager (Aerospace & Defense) (Ottawa)
🏢 Arena Family of Companies
📍 Ottawa