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About WOLF Advanced Technology
At Wolf Advanced Technology (WOLF), we lead the world in designing and developing rugged, field-deployable solutions that capture, process, encode, and display embedded video for the most demanding military and aerospace markets. Founded with a commitment to innovation, our advanced products meet the rigorous standards necessary for mission-critical success, serving top defence contractors and aerospace leaders globally. Our key technologies include NVIDIA, Xilinx, and AMD processing units, which power our cutting-edge solutions for AI machine vision, neural network-based deep learning, and more.

Our high-energy, results-driven team thrives in an environment of rapid business growth and continuous innovation. At WOLF, we cherish a culture of collaboration where every voice is valued. If you excel in fast-paced development and are excited by leading-edge technology, WOLF is the company for you. Join us and contribute to groundbreaking, lifesaving, mission-critical systems.

For more information, please visit our website: wolfadvancedtechnology.com

About the Role

WOLF Advanced Technology is on the hunt for a full-time Sr. Engineer, Hardware to join our innovative, mission-focused engineering team in Aurora, ON.

You’ll play a mission-critical role in leading the design and development of complex mixed-signal hardware systems that push the limits of defense and aerospace technology.

In this hybrid role, you’ll work closely with cross-functional experts in software, firmware, and PCB design, driving projects from concept to successful integration. This is a hardware-focused position where hands-on problem solving, deep technical expertise, and rapid iteration are part of the everyday rhythm.

As Sr. Engineer, Hardware at WOLF, you might…

• Lead high-impact hardware design: Own the development of cutting-edge mixed-signal systems from requirements through to validated product
• Engineer with precision: Create complete hardware designs, sub-systems, and functional specifications that align with demanding product goals
• Select the right tech for the mission: Conduct feasibility studies and choose components that balance performance, cost, and operational needs
• Bring designs to life: Implement circuit schematics, lead bring-up, and troubleshoot using oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and other advanced tools
• Collaborate across disciplines: Partner with software, firmware, and PCB engineers to ensure seamless product integration
• Ensure mission readiness: Maintain compliance with rigorous industry standards and document designs for full traceability
• Mentor and inspire: Guide junior engineers and foster a culture of technical excellence
• Innovate for performance: Identify opportunities to improve design performance through data-driven testing and analysis

This is your opportunity to shape mission-critical solutions that operate where others fail. At WOLF, your expertise will directly influence the success of defense and aerospace programs worldwide.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and development of complex mixed-signal hardware systems according to product requirements
• Develop comprehensive hardware functional specifications to align with product characteristics
• Effectively translate product requirements into complete designs including identification of hardware, firmware, software and mechanical sub-systems
• Conduct detailed feasibility studies to assess the practicality of proposed product design
• Carefully select components that fulfill technical specifications and operational demands while respecting availability/cost, and optimizing for performance and reliability
• Implement circuit schematics to translate hardware designs into practical, testable components
• Work closely with cross-functional teams including PCB engineers, software/firmware engineers, product managers, and quality assurance to guarantee seamless product integration and functionality
• Demonstrate competency in the use of lab tools and debug / analysis instruments
• Apply logical thought and debug approach in troubleshooting and circuit analysis
• Conduct product hardware bring-up
• Ensure hardware designs comply with relevant industry standards and regulatory requirements, maintaining documentation as necessary
• Assess the results of product testing to identify areas where systemic improvement may be possible in design performance and reliability
• Consistently follow and comply with defined company processes and workflows
• Act as promoter of corporate processes by suggesting productive enhancements and changes to workflow(s) as appropriate to help streamline work activities
• Provide effective presentation updates ensuring optimal use of shared meeting time with others
• Develop professional documentation that provides clear guidance on design details both internally to the corporation but also externally to the customer as appropriate
• Provide mentorship and guidance to junior engineers, fostering a culture of technical excellence and continuous learning within the team
• Take ownership of assignments and work with minimal oversight
• Build valuable relationships with 3rd party design companies protecting the best interest of the corporation
• Oversee subcontracted design deliverables protecting the corporation's interests on reputation, schedule, quality, and cost
• Contribute to increasing the firm's public awareness in the industry by periodically attending technical conferences, and presenting suitable technical updates on behalf of the corporation
• Strive to maintain and protect corporate IP, systems, tools, data, and customer proprietary information
• Prepare well thought out goals and objectives that strive to both advance the individual but also connect individual plans to the corporate goals and strategy
• Additional duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field; advanced degrees preferred.
• Proven experience with FPGA development, signal processing, and embedded system design.
• Proficiency in CAD software including AutoCAD, Revit, MicroStation, SolidWorks; experience with Revit is a plus.
• Strong knowledge of electrical engineering principles such as schematics creation, firmware development, and debugging.
• Hands-on experience with MATLAB, Python, Perl scripting for automation and data analysis.
• Familiarity with manufacturing processes and system integration within a production environment.
• Knowledge of mechanical design tools like CAD for mechanical component modeling.
• Experience working with ARM processors and programmable logic controllers (PLCs).
• Ability to interpret technical drawings and schematics accurately.
• Excellent problem-solving skills with attention to detail in debugging complex hardware issues. This position offers an engaging environment for engineers passionate about hardware innovation across electrical and mechanical domains while contributing directly to impactful projects within our organization.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $110,000.00-$150,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company events
• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• Vision care

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Aurora, ON L4G 7A9: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Education:

• Bachelor's Degree (preferred)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Aurora, ON L4G 7A9