Vice President of Engineering

Join us at WOLF Advanced Technology, where we're not just the world leader in rugged, high-tech solutions for the military and aerospace sectors — we're the adventurers and innovators of our field. Specializing in state-of-the-art video capture, processing, encoding, and display technologies, our work is vital to some of the world's most high-stakes environments.

We're on the lookout for dynamic professionals with a flair for video electronics development. If you're driven by the thrill of innovation and have the energy and determination to achieve outstanding results, we want you At WOLF, your passion for pushing the boundaries of embedded technologies is not just welcome, it's essential.

WOLF is more than a company; it's a place where rapid business growth meets cutting-edge technology innovation. Our culture thrives on collaboration, and every voice here matters. Join us if you're excited about shaping the future of technology in areas like AI machine vision, deep learning for Earth and space applications, and mission-critical systems that save lives and safeguard our planet.

At WOLF, you're not just taking on a job, you're embarking on a journey to shape the future of technology for land, air, sea, and beyond. Be a part of our mission to make a difference in the most challenging environments in the world. Welcome to WOLF – where your work makes a world of difference.

Working from our office in Stouffville, Ontario and as the leader of WOLF's engineering team, the Vice President of Engineering at WOLF will oversee the engineering division, driving innovation in AI processing and video technologies. The role involves strategic planning, team leadership, and hands-on involvement in technology development, particularly in VPX, VNX, MXM, SFF, and XMC board design. The VP will work closely with WOLF senior sales and engineering management and the world's top defense and aerospace prime contractors. Moreover, the VP of Engineering role is responsible for maintaining adherence to VITA, SOSA, CMOSS, and MOSA standards, as well AS9001 and AS9100D quality, and Defense and Aerospace standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Planning:  Develop and implement a strategic engineering roadmap in alignment with the company’s business objectives.
• Technology Leadership:  Spearheading the development of new technologies, mainly NVIDIA GPU-based AI processing boards and AMD/Xilinx video boards.
• Team Management:  Lead a multidisciplinary engineering team, fostering a culture of urgency, innovation, and excellence.
• Quality Assurance:  Ensure compliance with ISO9001, AS9100D, and other relevant quality and defense standards.
• Client Engagement:  Engage with defense and aerospace prime contractors to understand their technical requirements and challenges.
• Budget Management:  Oversee the engineering budget, ensuring optimal allocation of resources.
• Product Development:  Oversee the entire product development lifecycle, from concept to production to market launch.
• Risk Management:  Identify and mitigate technical risks and bottlenecks.
• Cross-functional collaboration:  Work closely with Sales, Marketing, and Operations to ensure that engineering efforts align with market demands.
• Intellectual Property:  Oversee the management and protection of the company’s intellectual property portfolio.

Qualifications

• Education:  Master’s Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field. PhD preferred.
• Experience:  Minimum of 15 years in engineering, with at least 5 years in a leadership role in a high-technology, defense, or aerospace company.
• Technical Skills:  Deep expertise in VPX, VNX, MXM, SFF, and XMC board design, NVIDIA GPUs, ARM, and INTEL CPUs, AMD/Xilinx FPGAs, GPUs and PCIe Gen-4 and Gen-5 PCIe and Ethernet switches.
• Certifications:  Familiarity with SOSA, VITA, MOSA, CMOSS, JOSCAR, GIDEP, Military and Defense design and testing standards.
• Soft Skills:  Excellent leadership, communication, and strategic thinking skills.

Citizenship Requirements

WOLF, a leading manufacturer in the military and aerospace sectors, is committed to complying with Controlled Goods Program (CGP) and International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) standards. As part of our commitment to safety and security, all applicants will be required to undergo a standard verification process. This includes providing documentation for legal work eligibility in Canada or the United States, such as citizenship or permanent residency status, and successfully completing a police background check.

Wolf Advanced Technology Canada Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes applications from all individuals. Applicants selected for an in-person interview will be asked whether specific accommodations are needed to support a personal disability.