• Lead the mechanical and thermal engineering teams driving advanced electronics packaging and thermal solutions for aerospace and defense
• Earn a competitive annual salary of $160,000 - $180,000 with comprehensive benefits
• Join WOLF’s leadership team and shape the future of mission-critical hardware solutions for extreme environments

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 Opportunity

WOLF is looking for a full-time Director of Mechanical Engineering based in Aurora, Ontario (Hybrid). The expectation is to be on-site more frequently during orientation and as required based on lab and department needs.

Reporting to the VP of Engineering, you will play a pivotal role in leading and supporting the thermal and mechanical engineering teams through high-paced product development, hands-on problem solving, and collaborative technical oversight.

In this position, you will be primarily responsible for managing the day-to-day operations of the thermal and mechanical engineering functions while ensuring quality design output, supporting cross-functional priorities, and driving innovation across new product development and process improvement initiatives.

More specifically, your responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Overseeing, mentoring, and guiding a team of mechanical and thermal engineers, including performance reviews and professional development
• Reviewing and approving engineering designs, technical outputs, and configuration artifacts
• Supporting product development through design validation, prototyping, manufacturability assessments, and advanced prototyping initiatives
• Collaborating with vendors, subcontractors, and internal teams on design initiatives, production challenges, and quality assurance
• Driving improvements to engineering processes, workflows, documentation, and compliance with AS9100 standards
• Providing technical input during proposal development, customer queries, and procurement activities
• Supporting field issue investigations, production challenges, and quality control efforts to resolve technical problems
• Engaging in R&D, advancing new technologies, and contributing to company-wide goals and innovation roadmaps

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About You

To qualify, you will need a bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering and 10+ years of experience in mechanical and thermal engineering, ideally within the aerospace or defence industries.

A strong background in electronics packaging and thermal management systems design across the full product lifecycle, including development, prototyping, testing, production support, and troubleshooting, is essential for success in this role.

Eligibility Requirements

WOLF is a military and aerospace manufacturer requiring strict adherence to CGP and ITAR requirements. As a condition of employment, applicants must be able to provide valid documentation to show Canadian or US citizenship or Canadian Permanent Residency and undergo a police check with no criminal background.

Additionally, the following skills and background will be highly valued:

• Expertise in SolidWorks (primary), with working knowledge of SolidWorks Flow, Siemens Star CCM+, and/or ANSYS Icepack
• In-depth understanding of environmental and design standards such as MIL-STD-810 and DO-160
• Demonstrated experience designing for manufacturability and supporting product validation
• Familiarity with mechanical CAD tools and workflows used in harsh environment applications
• Knowledge of configuration management and experience signing off on formal design artifacts
• Ability to assess materials and environmental compliance from a mechanical and thermal engineering lens
• Strong background in materials science and the selection of materials for harsh environments
• Knowledge of environmental test regimes and qualification processes used in aerospace and defense industries
• Experience collaborating cross-functionally with electrical, firmware/software, quality, and production teams
• Proven ability to oversee technical teams, mentor junior engineers, and manage shifting priorities
• A related Master’s degree or PhD (asset)

As our ideal candidate, you will possess excellent communication and decision-making skills, along with strong mentoring and organizational abilities. Your adaptability, hands-on problem-solving approach, and collaborative mindset will ensure success in this leadership role. You’ll be expected to think critically, stay curious, and support innovation across fast-paced and evolving projects.

This is a dynamic opportunity to lead WOLF’s mechanical and thermal engineering teams in delivering high-performance solutions for mission-critical systems. Your contributions will shape the future of embedded computing technology for aerospace and defense applications—advancing innovation, quality, and performance in extreme environments.

About the Benefits

Compensation based on skills and experience, is a competitive annual salary of $160,000 - $180,000, negotiable depending on experience and qualifications, and a host of excellent benefits including:

• Health Care Spending Account
• 3 weeks Paid time off plus an extra week for holiday shutdown
• A flexible work model
• Monthly Wellness Allowance
• Short-term and Long-term disability coverage
• Profit-sharing program after one year
• Coverage for relevant professional memberships and attendance at industry conferences/tradeshows
• Personal/professional development opportunities
• Regular social and appreciation events like holiday parties, sports events, food trucks,  bi-weekly wellness events, and much more!

Join us at WOLF and be part of a team dedicated to delivering mission-critical solutions for the world's most demanding markets. Apply today!

Please note: Only candidates who meet CGP and ITAR requirements will be considered for this role. This includes providing valid documentation of Canadian citizenship, US citizenship, or Canadian Permanent Residency. Applicants without full, unrestricted work authorization in Canada, such as those on temporary work permits or graduate work permits, will not be eligible. We appreciate your understanding.