Manager, RF & Antenna Systems

Ottawa, ON | On-site 

Position Overview 
 
The Manager, RF & Antenna Systems leads the development of advanced GNSS-based systems, including CRPA products, anti-jam technologies, smart antennas, and Alternative PNT solutions. The role is responsible for system architecture, integration, verification, and deployment of complex solutions. The manager will build, mentor, and develop a high-performing engineering team including hiring, performance management, career development, succession planning, and employee engagement.   

Responsibilities 
 
 
This role focuses on delivering differentiated system-level solutions that integrate multiple technologies into a cohesive product offering. The manager provides leadership across architecture definition, system integration, validation, and customer engagement. 

System Development Leadership 

• Lead development of advanced system-level products. 

• Define system architectures and technical requirements. 

• Drive innovation in CRPA, anti-jam, and resilient PNT technologies. 

Technical Program Leadership 

• Plan and execute system development projects. 

• Manage technical risks and integration activities. 

• Ensure successful verification and validation. 

Architecture and Integration 

• Lead trade studies and architecture decisions. 

• Direct system integration efforts. 

• Ensure subsystem performance aligns with system objectives. 

Customer and Market Engagement 

• Support customer technical discussions. 

• Define system-level solutions to meet mission requirements. 

• Assist business development and capture activities. 

Cross-functional Coordination 

• Coordinate hardware, firmware, software, RF, and signal-processing activities. 

• Work closely with research, product development, and core engineering teams. 

Key Internal Interfaces and Cross-Functional Collaboration 

The Manager, RF & Antenna Systems leads the development of advanced integrated solutions and acts as the bridge between technology innovation and mission-focused customer applications. Success requires close coordination with research, product, manufacturing, and support organizations. 

Collaboration Responsibilities 

With RF & Antenna Research and Technology 

• Evaluate and transition advanced technologies into system architectures. 

• Collaborate on development of next-generation CRPA, anti-jam, and Alternative PNT solutions. 

• Support technology demonstrations and capability assessments. 

With Product Development 

• Share common antenna technologies, RF designs, and GNSS expertise. 

• Coordinate product strategies where product and system offerings overlap. 

• Reuse technology platforms when practical to reduce development costs and schedules. 

With Industrialization and Production Support 

• Ensure systems are manufacturable and supportable. 

• Collaborate on design-for-manufacturing and production readiness activities. 

• Support production ramp-up and resolution of field issues. 

With Core Engineering 

• Utilize mechanical, PCB, testing, and environmental qualification services. 

• Support system integration and validation activities. 

• Coordinate specialized test infrastructure requirements. 

Qualifications 

 
The role requires broad multidisciplinary expertise and the ability to integrate diverse technical domains into operational solutions. Experience with mission-critical, navigation, and antenna systems is highly desirable. 

Education 

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, or related field. Candidates with a Bachelor's degree and significant relevant industry experience will also be considered. 

Experience 

• 10+ years in RF systems, GNSS systems, or embedded system development. 

• Experience leading complex multidisciplinary projects. 

• Experience with aerospace, defense, or navigation systems. 

Technical Skills 

• GNSS and Alternative PNT technologies. 

• CRPA and anti-jamming technologies. 

• Systems engineering methodologies. 

• Signal processing fundamentals. 

• System integration and testing. 

Leadership Skills 

• Technical leadership. 

• Strategic planning. 

• Stakeholder management. 

• Team development. 

Additional Requirements 

• Ability to work onsite in Ottawa, Ontario. 

• Eligible to obtain Controlled Goods clearance. 

• Experience with GNSS, CRPA, anti-jam, smart antenna, or Alternative PNT technologies is considered an asset. 

Compensation 
 

$150,000 - $190,000 

Vacancy 
 
We have 1 available position. 

Job Title: Manager, RF & Antenna Systems 

Requisition Number: 2613