Hardware Manager

Preligens; Peterborough; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in aerospace technology is seeking a talented Hardware Group Manager to lead a dynamic team in developing cutting-edge electronic solutions. This role involves overseeing project management, ensuring compliance with industry standards, and fostering team growth through mentorship and training. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in hardware development and a strong understanding of aerospace applications. Join a forward-thinking company dedicated to innovation and excellence in the aerospace sector, where your contributions will directly impact the future of technology.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in hardware management and development.
• Expertise in DO-254 and DO-160 for airborne electronic hardware.

Responsibilities

• Manage Hardware group activities ensuring quality and compliance.
• Support team development through training and mentoring.

Skills

Leadership

Project Management

DO-254 Compliance

Risk Analysis

Circuit Design

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Equivalent degree in Hardware, Electronics, or Computer Engineering

Job description

Hardware Manager

Published 02.06.2025

Company: Safran Electronics & Defense

Job field: Architecture and systems engineering

Location: Peterborough, Ontario, Canada

Contract type: Permanent

Contract duration: Full-time

Required degree: Bachelor's Degree

Required experience: More than 8 years

Professional status: Professional, Engineer & Manager

# 2025-151295

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Job Description

Safran Electronics & Defense Canada designs and manufactures electronic control units and components for aerospace and safety-critical applications. Our multidisciplinary Engineering team consists of product, hardware, software, and test specialists with a vast array of skills and competencies to meet the rigorous demands of the market.

We are seeking a skilled and motivated individual to become our Hardware Group Manager. This position reports directly to the Senior Manager of Engineering and R&T. The role requires the successful individual to manage the people and processes within the Hardware Group to ensure on-time, on-cost, and on-quality development of complex hardware solutions.

Job Requirements

• Manage and provide guidance and leadership for all Hardware group activities including development, verification, change management, configuration management, and proposals.
• Maintain and update processes, methods, and procedures in compliance with industry standards, specifically DO-254 as it pertains to Board Design, PLD/FPGA Design, and enclosures.
• Support career and personal development opportunities including training, mentoring, and annual performance reviews.
• Manage the skills and gaps within the team, deploying the necessary skills to projects, carrying out training plans, and building a sub-contractor support network to augment internal skills.
• Perform recruitment, interview, and selection for contract and full-time employees.
• Support the definition of product and technology roadmaps for future growth.
• Support definition and monitoring of sub-contracted activities.
• Technical Capabilities:
• Significant knowledge and experience working to the guidelines and objectives of DO-254 and DO-160 as it pertains to the design, development, verification, and certification of airborne electronic hardware.
• Skilled in effort estimation and load planning, including risk analysis and performance indicators.
• Working knowledge of circuits and technologies used for aerospace applications, including but not limited to, low and high voltage power supplies, motor control, sensor management, discrete I/O, and embedded microcontrollers.
• Qualifications:
• Eligible for CGP and ITAR clearance.
• Engineering or equivalent degree in Hardware, Electronics, or Computer Engineering.
• 5 years of experience in a leadership position in a relevant domain.

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2000 Fisher Dr ON K9J 6X6, Peterborough, Ontario, Canada

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