About Remote Robotic Systems Help build rugged, mission-critical hardware at the intersection of robotics, autonomy, and defence technology. Remote Robotic Systems (RRS) is a Canadian robotics and defence technology company helping organizations deploy enterprise-grade drones, uncrewed aircraft, robotic platforms, sensors, payloads, and remote operations technologies for mission-critical applications. Our solutions support customers across defence, public safety, security, industrial, infrastructure, energy, and government sectors. Through our Airmetal team, we develop advanced aerospace and technology products designed to perform reliably in demanding real-world environments. We are developing ruggedized aircraft, hardware, and electronics systems that must perform where ordinary products fail, including exposure to water, dust, sand, vibration, impact, and temperature extremes. These products must be durable, lightweight, manufacturable, and reliable in the field. We are a small, fast-moving engineering team that values ownership, technical depth, practical problem solving, and the ability to turn ambitious ideas into robust, manufacturable products. The Role Airmetal is looking for a Senior Mechanical Engineer focused on aerodynamics and propulsion to help develop hardware for a new aircraft program, from concept through production. This is a hands-on engineering role combining propulsion, structural dynamics, testing, and mechanical design. You will select and characterize propulsion systems, solve difficult engineering problems, and turn test data into practical design decisions. Working closely with mechanical, electrical, and software teams, you will support development across the full lifecycle, from analysis and prototyping through testing, validation, and field trials. You will spend significant time in the lab,



helping ensure our aircraft perform as well in the field as they do on paper. We are looking for an engineer who combines strong mechanical fundamentals with propulsion experience, a data-driven approach, and a build-test-iterate mindset. Depending on team needs, the role may also include general mechanical design. What You Will Work On Propulsion
- Select, test, and characterize motors and propellers.
- Balance thrust, efficiency, weight, and cost across aircraft configurations.
- Work with suppliers to evaluate and source propulsion components. Structural Dynamics and Analysis
- Analyze and test airframe stiffness, vibration, and resonance.
- Use simulation to guide design decisions and validate models against test data. Testing and Validation
- Define and execute propulsion, structural, and environmental test programs.
- Build and maintain test rigs and instrumentation.
- Analyze test results and drive design improvements based on real-world data.
- Support flight testing and field trials. Mechanical Design
- Support CAD, prototyping, and builds for structural and propulsion hardware. Core Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related discipline.
- Three to seven years of professional engineering experience.
- Hands-on experience with multirotor or fixed-wing UAVs, or propulsion systems.
- Strong testing and data analysis skills.




- Strong SolidWorks skills or equivalent 3D CAD experience.
- Ability to work on-site in Kanata, Ontario. Nice to Have
- CFD, FEA, or modal analysis experience.
- Experience working on a fielded or production UAV, aerospace, or defence program.
- Experience designing or testing sealed enclosures.
- Controlled Goods Program registration or previous controlled-goods experience.
- An active Canadian security clearance or the ability to obtain and maintain one.
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Eng. or EIT status, or eligibility for licensure in Ontario. What Will Make You Successful
- You enjoy solving difficult engineering problems that span aerodynamics, structures, and hardware.
- You trust testing and measured performance over assumptions.
- You can move comfortably between analysis, test rigs, prototypes, and CAD.
- You take ownership of outcomes and follow through on commitments.
- You combine strong technical depth with practical engineering judgment.

What We Offer
- The opportunity to own propulsion and testing on a new aircraft program.
- Direct impact on aircraft performance, reliability, and design decisions.
- Hands-on involvement in analysis, prototyping, testing, and flight trials.
- Exposure to robotics, aerospace, autonomy, sensing, communications, and defence technologies.
- Close collaboration within a highly technical and entrepreneurial engineering team.
- A fast-paced environment where your work has visible impact.
- Competitive compensation, benefits, and equity participation. Employment Details Type: Full time

Location:
On-site in Kanata, Ontario Compensation: $95,000 to $120,000 annually, plus equity and benefits, based on experience and fit for the role Travel: Occasional travel to suppliers, test

📌 Senior Mechanical Engineer (Ottawa)
🏢 Remote Robotic Systems
📍 Ottawa