Engineering Manager (Aerospace & Defense)

Arena Family of Companies; Canada; On-site; CAD 234,256 - 275,596; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Child care support

Paid maternity leave

Disability insurance

Tuition assistance

Job summary

A global leader in engineering solutions based in Canada is seeking an Engineering Manager specialized in Aerospace & Defense. The ideal candidate will lead an engineering team, oversee innovative RF and microwave product development, and ensure project delivery within quality standards. This full-time position offers a competitive salary range of $170,000 to $200,000, annual bonuses, and a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance and retirement plans. A master’s degree and over 10 years of experience are required.

Qualifications

• Over 10 years of hands-on engineering design experience in microwave/RF test and measurement environments.
• Expertise in amplifier design, load-pull techniques, and calibration methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the engineering team in Ontario to deliver innovative RF and microwave product solutions.
• Oversee both sustaining engineering and new development projects for metrology, interconnect, and tuner product lines.

Skills

Leadership skills

Problem-solving

Interpersonal communication

Project management

Solution-oriented approach

Education

Master’s or PhD in Electronic/Electrical Engineering

Job description

Engineering Manager (Aerospace & Defense)

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Arena Family of Companies pay range

This 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/yr

Additional compensation types

Annual Bonus

Join 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?

• 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.
• Innovative & 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 professional 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.
• Strong 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 level

Director

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Manufacturing, Production, and Product Management

Industries

Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing, Semiconductor Manufacturing, and Defense and Space Manufacturing

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Child care support
• Paid maternity leave
• Student loan assistance
• Disability insurance
• Paid paternity leave
• Pension plan
• Tuition assistance