Product Development Manager (Systems) - Onsite Position We’re looking for highly motivated Product Development Manager to join our Ottawa, ON team, you will lead a dynamic group of Engineers responsible for the development of new products and the support of the existing product lines. You plan and oversee the product development related activities, ensuring objectives are accomplished to meet the business and customer objectives. You will also work closely with other cross‑functional team members in Engineering, New Product Introduction (NPI), Customer Support and Product Management. You coach, mentor, guide, and help nurture the development team to realize its full potential and adopt our culture of quality and customer satisfaction.Benefits Paid Time OffRRSP with Employer MatchHealth and Wellness BenefitsLearning and Development OpportunitiesCompetitive PayReferral ProgramRecognitionEmployee Stock Purchase PlanInclusive & Supportive Culture* Salary Range: $119,500 - $159,300 plus bonus opportunityPlease note that the salary range information provided is a general guideline only, reflecting a position based in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada. Criteria such as the candidate’s qualifications and relevant experience, the scope of the specific position, as well as market and business considerations will be evaluated when extending an offer.Your Challenge Lead a multidisciplinary systems engineering project team responsible for the full‑lifecycle development of rugged deployed systems for harsh environments.Ownership of technical direction and execution across multiple product developmentsEnsure on‑time delivery of systems that meet the most demanding environmental, safety, and performance requirementsBe a hands‑on leader who achieves success through modelling best practices and a service attitudeHelp lead cross‑functional problem‑solving initiativesParticipate in bid/project activities such as defining architecture,



developing technical proposals and providing detailed cost and schedule estimatesInteract with customers regarding requirements and technical solutionsManage 3rd party relationships and coordination of work for cross site initiativesPre‑ and post‑Sales support when needed by Product Marketing or Customer SupportServe as the primary technical interface to customers and senior leadership in a fast‑paced, innovative driven environment.Responsible for the career development, training and performance evaluations of assigned staffWhat You Bring Leadership & Program ExecutionProven experience leading systems engineering teams through complete development lifecycles on deployed military/aerospace programs (concept to certification and production)Track record of successfully delivering complex systems solutions on schedule and within budgetAbility to set technical strategies, allocate resources, mentor engineers, and remove roadblocks across the teamRequirements management, traceability, and validation; ability to write clear,formal documentationExperience reporting technical status, risks, and path‑forward to customers, program leadership, and executive stakeholdersTechnical Leadership DepthExperience with DOORS and JIRA; working knowledge of Cameo a plusStrong understanding of leading‑edge processors (Intel x86, NXP/Qualcomm Power Architecture & ARM), FPGAs, Ethernet switches, and high‑speed interconnects (Gen 3/4 PCIe, 40/100 Gb E, DDR4/5)Thorough knowledge of environmental/power standards (MIL-STD-461, MIL-STD-1275, MIL-STD-704, MIL-STD-810, DO-160)Strong understanding of PCB design, DFM, cross‑disciplinary impacts (EE, ME, software, manufacturing)Knowledge of safety‑critical processes (DO-254, DO-178 C, ARP4754, MIL-STD-882)Prior success guiding teams through RTCA/FAA certification and conducting System Safety Assessments (SSA, FHA, FMEA) a plusHands‑On & Problem‑Solving SkillsDemonstrated ability to access complex problems, debug rugged systems at hardware/software/integration level when needed, and guide root‑cause analysisRecognized for mature engineering judgment, creativity, and foresight in anticipating and solving unprecedented challengesPeople & Professional LeadershipAbility to build, motivate,



and retain high‑performing engineering teamsExperience evaluating technical performance, conducting talent reviews, and recommending training/development plansOutstanding verbal and written communication skills; able to translate complex technical topics for diverse audiencesResults‑oriented leader who holds self and team accountable, champions process improvement, and drives customer satisfactionThrives in a dynamic, fast‑paced environment while managing competing priorities and shifting requirementsEducation & Experience Education/Experience Bachelor’s or master’s degree in electrical engineering, Computer Engineering, Systems Engineering, or related field 10+ years of progressive systems engineering experience in rugged deployed systems for harsh environments, with at least 5 years in a formal leadership or technical management roleWho We Are Our Values What makes a world‑class organization? It all begins with core values that provide a strong foundation for success. Straightforward in theory, the values of Curtiss‑Wright are reflected in every aspect of our operations. To our employees, these are more than words on a wall – we all take these values to heart in our relationships with our customers and each other. At our world‑class manufacturing and design facility in Ottawa, Ontario, we manufacture rugged products optimized for high‑mix, high quality and small batch sizes typical of military requirements. Equipped with the latest assembly, cleaning, coating and inspection equipment, our operations are AS9100 and ISO‑9001 certified and we comply with the highest standards of workmanship defined by IPC and J-STD specifications. All materials and processes are controlled by our enterprise‑wide SAP and MES systems which offer full component traceability to individual products by serial number. To learn more visit Ottawa, Ontario | Curtiss‑Wright Defense Solutions ()No unsolicited agency submittals please. Agency partners must be invited to participate in a search by our Talent Acquisition Team and have signed terms in place prior to any submittal. Resumes submitted directly to any Curtiss‑Wright employee or affiliate will not qualify for fee

📌 Product Development Manager (Systems) - Onsite Position (Quebec City)
🏢 D4s Dy-4 Systems
📍 Quebec City