Product Development Manager (Systems) - Onsite Position

D4S DY-4 Systems Inc.; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 120,000 - 159,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

RRSP with Employer Match

Health and Wellness Benefits

Learning and Development Opportunities

Competitive Pay

Referral Program

Recognition

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Inclusive & Supportive Culture

Job summary

Curtiss-Wright Defense Solutions in Ottawa, Ontario seeks a Product Development Manager (Systems) to lead a multidisciplinary engineering team responsible for full-lifecycle development of rugged deployed systems for harsh environments.

You plan and oversee product development activities to meet business and customer objectives, while collaborating with Engineering, NPI, Customer Support and Product Management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or master's degree in electrical/computer/systems engineering or related field.
• 10+ years of progressive systems engineering experience in rugged deployed systems.
• 5+ years in leadership or technical management role.

Responsibilities

• Lead a multidisciplinary systems engineering project team for full lifecycle development.
• Ensure on-time delivery of rugged systems meeting environmental, safety and performance requirements.
• Provide technical direction, mentor engineers, and remove roadblocks across the team.
• Participate in architecture, cost and schedule estimates and customer interactions.
• Manage 3rd party relationships and cross-site coordination.
• Serve as primary technical interface to customers and senior leadership.

Skills

Leadership

Program execution

Systems engineering

Mentoring

Communication

Education

Bachelors/Masters in Engineering

Tools

DOORS

JIRA

Cameo

Job description

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 Off
• RRSP with Employer Match
• Health and Wellness Benefits
• Learning and Development Opportunities
• Competitive Pay
• Referral Program
• Recognition
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Inclusive & Supportive Culture

* Salary Range: $119,500 - $159,300 plus bonus opportunity

Please 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 developments
• Ensure on‑time delivery of systems that meet the most demanding environmental, safety, and performance requirements
• Be a hands‑on leader who achieves success through modelling best practices and a service attitude
• Help lead cross‑functional problem‑solving initiatives
• Participate in bid/project activities such as defining architecture, developing technical proposals and providing detailed cost and schedule estimates
• Interact with customers regarding requirements and technical solutions
• Manage 3rd party relationships and coordination of work for cross site initiatives
• Pre‑ and post‑Sales support when needed by Product Marketing or Customer Support
• Serve 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 staff

What You Bring

• Leadership & Program Execution
• Proven 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 budget
• Ability to set technical strategies, allocate resources, mentor engineers, and remove roadblocks across the team
• Requirements management, traceability, and validation; ability to write clear, formal documentation
• Experience reporting technical status, risks, and path‑forward to customers, program leadership, and executive stakeholders
• Technical Leadership Depth
• Experience with DOORS and JIRA; working knowledge of Cameo a plus
• Strong understanding of leading‑edge processors (Intel x86, NXP/Qualcomm Power Architecture & ARM), FPGAs, Ethernet switches, and high‑speed interconnects (Gen 3/4 PCIe, 40/100GbE, 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-178C, ARP4754, MIL-STD-882)
• Prior success guiding teams through RTCA/FAA certification and conducting System Safety Assessments (SSA, FHA, FMEA) a plus
• Hands‑On & Problem‑Solving Skills
• Demonstrated ability to access complex problems, debug rugged systems at hardware/software/integration level when needed, and guide root‑cause analysis
• Recognized for mature engineering judgment, creativity, and foresight in anticipating and solving unprecedented challenges
• People & Professional Leadership
• Ability to build, motivate, and retain high‑performing engineering teams
• Experience evaluating technical performance, conducting talent reviews, and recommending training/development plans
• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills; able to translate complex technical topics for diverse audiences
• Results‑oriented leader who holds self and team accountable, champions process improvement, and drives customer satisfaction
• Thrives in a dynamic, fast‑paced environment while managing competing priorities and shifting requirements

Education & 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 role

Who We Are

Our Values What makes a world‑class organization? It all begins with core values that provide a strong foundation for success. Simple 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 (curtisswrightds.com)

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 payment, and therefore become the property of Curtiss‑Wright.

Compliance Statement

This position may require exposure to export‑controlled information and subject to additional security screening. In the event information provided during the security screening reveals ineligibility to access export‑controlled information, any offer of employment may be reconsidered or withdrawn. Curtiss‑Wright is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability, age, ancestry, legally protected medical condition, family care status, marital status, religion, veteran status, national origin, or any other legally protected status. If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact Talent Acquisition. For US Applicants: EEO is The Law – click here for more information. If you require accommodation due to a disability at any time during the recruitment and/or assessment process, please contact Talent Acquisition and we will make all reasonable efforts to accommodate your request.

Join the WRIGHT Team!

Over 95 years of growth, Curtiss‑Wright is an integrated, market‑facing global diversified industrial company and remains a technology leader through this legacy of innovation. Through three well‑balanced segments – Aerospace & Industrial, Defense Electronics and Naval & Power, we remain focused on advanced technologies for high performance platforms and critical applications. Diversity, commitment to excellence and dedication to the spirit of pioneering innovation continue to drive the employees of Curtiss‑Wright.

What We Offer Our Employees

• Opportunity: As part of the Curtiss‑Wright team, you have the opportunity each day to transform the way customers do business, as well as transform your career. Our entrepreneurial environment provides you with excellent experiences that enable you to develop your skills through stretch assignments and the opportunity to work with the best talent in the industry. You will have the opportunity to contribute from day one!
• Challenging Work: The work we do here is not only challenging, but it is meaningful to our customers, our employees and the communities in which they live and work. You are given the chance to work on some of the most advanced technology projects in the world. Now that something to be proud of!
• Collaborative Environment: The teamwork among our exceptionally talented people enables us to deliver some of the most advanced solutions to our customers. Now that something to be proud of!

Our Values

Leadership We lead based on vision and strategic direction, empowering employees to reach goals through thoughtful and decisive action.

Customer Focus We are committed to achieving total quality by meeting our customers’ expectations and delivering products and services in a timely fashion.

Teamwork & Trust Working in a spirit of trust and collaboration, we actively encourage employees to contribute their ideas and innovations to keep our company moving forward.

Respect for People We believe that people are our most valuable asset and will always do the right thing in our dealings and interactions with all employees.

Integrity We will act with the highest integrity in all of our business relationships and strategic partnerships.