Senior Mechanical Engineer

Leonardo DRS; Ottawa; Hybrid; CAD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Team-based environment

Flexible hours

Wellness program

Professional development

Job summary

DRS Technologies Canada Ltd. in Kanata, ON is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to design ruggedized electronic enclosures for hardware and lead mechanical packaging projects. The role requires collaboration with electrical, systems, manufacturing, quality, and supply chain teams.

You will own development from concept through production release and mentor junior engineers while working in a hybrid Kanata office environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Minimum 10 years of relevant mechanical design experience.
• Experience designing electronic enclosures, chassis, housings, or electronics packaging assemblies.
• Proficiency in 3D CAD modeling and engineering drawings; Creo preferred.
• Strong knowledge of GD&T and tolerance analysis.
• Experience leading product development from concept to production release.
• Experience with cross-functional teams including electrical, manufacturing, quality, and supply chain.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and development of ruggedized electronic enclosures and mechanical packaging assemblies.
• Own product development from concept through detailed design, prototype, verification and release.
• Mentor junior engineers and provide technical leadership on programs.
• Perform tolerance analysis, thermal/structural evaluation, environmental design support.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate requirements.
• Apply DFM, DFA, and DfT principles to released hardware.

Skills

Mechanical design

3D CAD

GD&T

Cross-functional teamwork

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Creo

Job description

Senior Mechanical Engineer

Location: Kanata, ON, CA, K2V 1C2

DRS Technologies Canada Ltd. (DRS Canada), is a leading mid-tier Canadian defence electronics company specializing in military voice and data communications systems; electro-optics (EO) and infrared search and tracking systems (IRST); command, control, communications, computers and intelligence (C4I) systems integration; and defence/space electronics manufacturing.

With four decades of avionics experience, Leonardo DRS is capable of delivering a range of solutions for both rotary and fixed wing aircraft, include flight data recording and crash survival deployable flight incident recorders.

Job Summary

The Senior Mechanical Engineer is responsible for the design and development of electronic enclosures for ruggedized hardware applications. This role leads mechanical design activities from concept through production release and works closely with electrical, systems, manufacturing, quality, and supply chain teams to deliver reliable and manufacturable hardware solutions.

This role is based in our Kanata, ON office and participates in a Hybrid work environment.

As Senior Mechanical Engineer, your main responsibilities will include:

• Lead the design and development of ruggedized electronic enclosures and mechanical packaging assemblies.
• Own product development from concept through detailed design, prototype, verification, qualification, and production release
• Mentor junior engineers and provide technical leadership on assigned programs
• Perform mechanical design activities including tolerance analysis, thermal and structural evaluation, and environmental design support.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate electrical, mechanical, manufacturing, and quality requirements into the design.
• Apply design for manufacturability, design for assembly, and design for test principles to released hardware.
• Participate in customer facing design reviews and communicate technical status, risks, and recommendations
• Support suppliers and production teams in resolving fabrication, assembly, and nonconformance issues.
• Generate 3D CAD models, detailed drawings, interface documents, and bills of material.
• Multi-tasking between different projects and delivering on commitments; and
• Conceptually link macro-level project plans to micro level tasks

Salary Range for this position is $100,000-$130,000 CAD

*Salary range information provided is a general guideline with criteria such as the candidate's qualifications and relevant experience being considered when presenting an offer.

What you require to be successful in the role:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related engineering discipline.
• Minimum 10 years of relevant mechanical design experience.
• Experience designing electronic enclosures, chassis, housings, or electronics packaging assemblies for hardware applications.
• Proficiency in 3D CAD modeling and preparation of engineering drawings and technical documentation, Creo PTC prefered
• Strong working knowledge of GD&T and tolerance analysis.
• Experience leading product development from concept through prototype, verification, and production release.
• Experience working with cross-functional teams including electrical engineering, manufacturing, quality, and supply chain.
• Experience supporting prototype builds, testing, troubleshooting, and manufacturing issue resolution.
• Knowledge of materials, finishes, hardware, and manufacturing processes used in mechanical assemblies.
• Ability to interpret technical requirements, specifications, and design constraints and translate them into practical engineering solutions.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Benefits of working with DRS Canada:

• A motivating team-based environment where your achievements matter
• An opportunity to participate in the design and development of DRS Canada's next generation of leading edge technology
• Flexible work hours and a compressed work week to promote a healthy work/life balance
• Industry leading wellness program including:
  • Health, dental, and vision coverage available on first day of hire at no cost to the employee with access to virtual healthcare
  • An exceptional mental health benefit
  • Access to Employee and Family Assistance Program
• Competitive compensation including:
  • Reimbursement for professional development initiatives and memberships plus access to free online learning resources
  • Registered Retirement Savings Plan with matching company contributions with access to complimentary financial planning
  • Maternity and Parental leave top-up
  • Vacation, personal days, sick leave, and additional company paid days off

About DRS Canada

DRS Technologies Canada Ltd., a subsidiary of Leonardo DRS, is a leading mid-tier Canadian defence electronics company specializing in military voice and data communications systems; electro‑optics (EO) and infrared search and tracking systems (IRST); command, control, communications, computers and intelligence (C4I) systems integration; and defence/space electronics manufacturing.

All applicants must be eligible to meet requirements outlined in the Canadian Controlled Goods Program and to obtain a Secret level security clearance.

Applicants requiring a disability related accommodation to participate in the recruitment process are to advise Human Resources. DRS Pivotal Power Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.

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Our Vision. To be the leading mid-tier defense technology company in the U.S.

Our Values. The Leonardo DRS culture is defined by our Core Values and Principles:

• Integrity
• Agility
• Excellence
• Customer Focus
• Community & Respect
• Innovation

We strive to uphold them in all aspects of our business practices to inspire our employees and provide outstanding support for our customers.