Industrial Technology Advisor - Defence or Food Production Priority will be given to the following designated employment equity groups: women, Indigenous Peoples* (First Nations, Inuit and Métis), persons with disabilities and racialized persons*.

- The Employment Equity Act, which is under review, uses the terminology Aboriginal peoples and visible minorities.

OrganizationalUnit: Industrial Research Assistance Program

Due to the nature of the work and operational requirements, this position may be eligible for a limited hybrid work arrangement (combination of working onsite and telework).

At the NRC, we recognize that Indigenous candidates may have important connections to their communities and you may be eligible for an exception to this work arrangement. To learn more about these options, please contact the NRC Hiring team using the contact information below.

ITAs are self-directed and work in teams with company leaders helping their firms grow through the commercialization of innovation. ITAs serve as trusted advisors and mentors to these SMEs, helping them navigate technical or business hurdles, providing important linkages and identifying new opportunities and thereby playing a part in their evolution, growth and success. Applicants must demonstrate within the content of their application that they meet the following screening criteria in order to be given further consideration as candidates:

A combination of a post-secondary degree in another field with significant work experience relevant to the position will be considered.

Recent and extensive industrial business experience as an entrepreneur or senior manager inone or more ofthe following technological domains:



Direct defence industry experience in any advanced technology. These could include Advanced Materials, Avionics, Autonomous Systems, Virtual Reality (VR), Augmented Reality (AR), Digitalization, Simulation and Modeling, Digital Twins, ICT or Artificial Intelligence.

Food manufacturing, food packaging, food processing, food science

Recent and extensive private sector experience in developing and commercializing innovative products or services, with demonstrable outcomes.

Experience in international business development and/or intellectual property management would be considered an asset.

Recent and extensive industrial business experience as an entrepreneur or senior manager in an SMEs would be considered an asset.

*Must be able to travel locally, nationally and/or internationally.

Solid knowledge of SME business management, marketing of technology and productivity increase.

Solid knowledge of developing, adopting and adapting technologies.

Solid knowledge of project management.

Advanced knowledge of technology, innovation and commercialization issues and trends within the sector/or region relating to the position.

Management services - Communication (Level 3)

Management services - Initiative (Level 3)

Management services - Networking (Level 3)

Technology extension - Conceptual and analytical ability (Level 3)





Technology extension - Results orientation (Level 3)

The intent of this hiring action is to staff this position at the RCO-4 level, which is a senior-career level position with a salary range of $143,127 to $168,192. As a guide, our Industrial Technology Advisors are often placed between the increments of $Salary determination will be based on a review of the candidate’s expertise, outcomes and impacts of their previous work experience relative to the requirements of the level. NRC employees enjoy a wide-range of competitive advantages including a robust pension plan, comprehensive health and dental coverage, disability and life insurance, office closure at the end of December, and additional supports to enhance your well-being throughout your career and beyond.

Anything is possible at the NRC, named in 2026 one of Canada’s Top Employers for Young People, Top Employer in the National Capital Region and Forbes Canada’s Best Employers!

As Canada’s largest research and innovation organization, our world-renowned research pushes the boundaries of science and engineering to make the impossible, possible. Every day we explore new ideas through innovative research and help companies discover possibilities that impact Canada’s future and the world.

Our supportive workplace fosters a culture of creativity, welcoming fresh perspectives and innovation at all levels. You’ll collaborate across multiple fields and with the brightest minds to find creative solutions. Relocation assistance will be determined in accordance with the NRC's directives.

Preference will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada.

📌 Industrial Technology Advisor - Defence or Food Production (Markham)
🏢 National Research Council of Canada
📍 Markham