Technical Product Specialist - Onsite

D4S DY-4 Systems Inc.; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 82,000 - 110,000; 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 is seeking a Technical Product Specialist onsite in Ottawa to support the C5ISR Modular Solutions team. You will own the sales/customer demo/loaner equipment pool and coordinate demo assets across hardware and software.

The ideal candidate has 4+ years in defense/aerospace, strong Linux and embedded systems experience, and proven ability to create customer documentation and technical presentations; you will partner with sales, engineering and product management.

Qualifications

• Relevant hardware and/or software engineering degree, or equivalent industry experience.
• 4+ years work experience in defense, aerospace, or mission critical systems.
• Excellent organizational abilities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to create customer documentation and technical presentations.
• Expert working knowledge of Linux.
• Strong experience with embedded systems and board support package environments.
• Strong hands-on hardware skills with VPX hardware and associated usability/integration.
• Experience with board bring-up, system integration and troubleshooting.
• Familiarity with networking, embedded software deployment and system testing.
• Experience with RTOS environments such as VxWorks.

Responsibilities

• Own and manage the C5ISR sales/customer demo/loaner equipment pool.
• Track, configure, maintain and refresh demo hardware and software assets.
• Coordinate shipping returns, inventory, and lifecycle management of demonstration systems.
• Design, assemble, and configure customer demonstration systems.
• Perform board-level hardware integration and system bring-up.
• Install and configure operating systems, middleware and applications software.
• Validate readiness and reliability of demo platforms for customer engagements.
• Support technical sales pursuits through preparation of customized demos.
• Collaborate with sales and marketing teams on product showcases, trade shows, and customer presentations.
• Create technical presentations and supporting customer-facing documentation.
• Conduct technical evaluations, benchmarking, and performance testing.
• Document findings and provide recommendations for product improvements.
• Troubleshoot hardware/software integration issues.
• Coordinate technical activities with third‑party partners.
• Work closely with product management, engineering, business development and marketing teams.
• Provide technical feedback from customer interactions to product teams.

Skills

Excellent organizational abilities

Strong written and verbalcommunication

4+ years defense/aerospace experience

Customer documentation and technicalP

Education

Hardware and/or software engineering degree

Tools

VPX hardware

Embedded systems

Board support package (BSP)

Linux

RTOS e.g. VxWorks

Job description

Technical Product Specialist - Onsite Curtiss-Wright is a world leader in supplying rugged electronics to the aerospace and defense industries. If you have flown on an airplane or seen a military drone, chances are you have put your trust in technologies developed by Curtiss-Wright. To support our continued market growth and industry leadership, we are looking for a talented candidate to fill our Technical Product Specialist position aligned with our C5ISR Modular Solutions team which develops Curtiss-Wright’s most advanced embedded electronics. Candidates should have hands‑on hardware and software industry experience and passion for technology to join the Curtiss-Wright team. As an integral member of our Product Management team, you will contribute to the overall success of the entire C5ISR product portfolio.

Location: Ottawa, ON Salary: $82,100 - $109,500 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.

What We Offer

• 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

Your Challenge

• Own and manage the C5ISR sales/customer demo/loaner equipment pool
• Track, configure, maintain and refresh demo hardware and software assets
• Coordinate shipping returns, inventory, and lifecycle management of demonstration systems
• Design, assemble, and configure customer demonstration systems
• Preform board-level hardware integration and system bring-up
• Install and configure operating systems, middleware and applications software
• Validate readiness and reliability of demo platforms for customer engagements
• Support technical sales pursuits through preparation of customized demos
• Collaborate with sales and marketing teams on product showcases, trade shows, and customer presentations
• Create technical presentations and supporting customer-facing documentation
• Conduct technical evaluations, benchmarking, and performance testing
• Document findings and provide recommendations for product improvements
• Troubleshoot hardware/software integration issues
• Coordinate technical activities with third‑party partners
• Work closely with product management, engineering, business development and marketing teams
• Provide technical feedback from customer interactions to product teams

What You Bring

• A highly motivated and curious self-starter with an entrepreneurial and innovative spirit, a sense of urgency, and an attention to detail
• Relevant hardware and/or software engineering degree, or equivalent industry experience
• 4+ years work experience in defense, aerospace, or mission critical systems
• Excellent organizational abilities
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to create customer documentation and technical presentations
• Expert working knowledge of Linux
• Strong experience with embedded systems and board support package environments
• Strong hands‑on hardware skills with VPX hardware and associated usability/integration
• Experience with board bring‑up, system integration and excellent troubleshooting skills
• Familiarity with networking, embedded software deployment and system testing
• Experience with RTOS environments such as VxWorks

Who We Are

Our Values Environmental, Social and Governance Curtiss-Wright's Defense Solution division is a trusted, proven leader, delivering superior products and services that meet the defense and aerospace industries' toughest challenges with best-in-class value. Our solutions address air, ground, and naval defense applications, and are focused on growth segments with a high demand for advanced technology, enhanced safety, security, and performance. As a leading Modular Open Systems Approach (MOSA) solutions supplier for battlefield platforms and communication systems, we are uniquely positioned to benefit from the DoD's commitment to maintaining technological superiority on the battlefield.

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.

Our Values

What makes a world-class organization? It all begins with core values that provide a strong foundation for success.

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.

Now that something to be proud of!