Job Description
Product Development Manager We’re looking for highly motivated Product Development Manager to join our Ottawa 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, Sales and Marketing. You coach, mentor, guide, and help nurture the development team to realize its full potential and adopt our culture of quality and customer satisfaction.Location: Ottawa, ONWe Take Care of Our PeoplePaid Time Off I RRSP with Employer Match I Health and Wellness Benefits I Learning and Development Opportunities I Competitive Pay I Referral Program I Recognition I Employee Stock Purchase Plan I Inclusive & Supportive Culture *Your ChallengeSupervise the work assignments of a highly knowledgeable and motivated project teamsBe a hands-on leader who achieves success through modelling best practices and a service attitudeResponsible for the career development, training and performance evaluations of staff allocated to the Engineering TeamFacilitate and ensure individual and team roles and responsibilities are understoodEstablish effective practices to attract, develop, motivate and retain high caliber staffHelp lead cross-functional problem-solving initiativesReview testing protocols for compliance with accepted standards and verifies testing results to ensure the desired functionality has been achievedParticipate in bid/project activities such as defining architectures, developing technical proposals and providing detailed cost and schedule estimatesInteract with customers regarding requirements and technical solutionsManage 3rd party relationships and coordination of work for cross site initiativesPre- and Post-Sales support when needed by Product Marketing or Customer SupportWhat You Bring Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science, Technologist Diploma or equivalent will be considered8 years industry experience relating to electronics computingPrior experience in a managerial or leadership role is preferredExperience/familiarity in the following is an asset:Development of electronic assemblies for aerospace applicationsDesign for manufacturing processes and techniquesDesign for rugged environmentsOpen system standards such as VME, VPX, XMC and PMCLeading-edge Intel and NXP/Qualcomm processors (x86, PA, ARM)Leading-edge Broadcom Ethernet SwitchesHigh-end FPGA designLatest embedded industry technologies, such as Gen 3/4 PCI Express, 40GbE Ethernet, USB 3, DDR4 memory, etc.Working knowledge of PCB technologies including stack up definition, material selection, IPC etc.Experience with product configuration managementDO-254 Safety CertificationDemonstrated drive and ability to achieve goals in an innovative and fast paced environmentDemonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously and able to react to shifting priorities to meet business needDemonstrated creativity, foresight, and mature engineering judgment in anticipating and solving unprecedented engineering problemsThe candidate should be a results-oriented team player who leads by example, holds themselves accountable for performance, takes ownership of their responsibilities, and champions process improvement initiativesHigh attention to detail and solid engineering backgroundOutstanding interpersonal and presentation skills - both written and verbal; to liaise with internal and external customersSelf-confident leader capable of motivating and mentoring their staffAbility to estimate/schedule development projectsDetailed knowledge of embedded computing systems architecture, hardware, software and related support requirements in the military/aerospace industryTeam orientated and commitment to customer satisfactionWho We AreOur ValuesEnvironmental, Social and GovernanceAt 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)Compliance StatementThis 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 values diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.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.