Director, Production Operations (Electronics Test & Integration)
Job No:
298761
Location:
Aurora, ON
- Lead WOLF’s electronics production team, driving excellence across testing, integration, and assembly for mission-critical defence and aerospace systems
- Earn a competitive annual salary of $150K+ with comprehensive benefits
- Join WOLF’s collaborative and high-performing team to advance the next generation of rugged, high-reliability technologies worldwide
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
Your Mission Brief
WOLF is on the hunt for a full-time Director, Production Operations (Electronics Test & Integration) to join our high-performance operations team in Aurora, Ontario.
Reporting to the VP, Operations, you’ll lead the charge in driving operational excellence, scaling production capacity, and ensuring mission success across WOLF’s defence and aerospace manufacturing programs.
This is a pivotal, on-site leadership role where technical precision meets team development. You’ll guide a growing production organization through rapid expansion, building talent, optimizing systems, and ensuring every product that leaves the lab meets the highest standards of reliability and performance.
As Director, Production Operations (Electronics Test & Integration) at WOLF, you might…
- Leading end-to-end production operations: Overseeing test, integration, and assembly to deliver world-class products on time and to spec
- Driving continuous improvement: Implementing scalable processes that enhance throughput, yield, and product quality
- Building and developing teams: Hiring, coaching, and inspiring high-performing production staff while fostering a culture of accountability and safety
- Owning production planning and control: Aligning capacity, schedules, and resources to meet delivery and revenue targets
- Championing audit and compliance readiness: Leading AS9100 and CGP audit preparation and ensuring zero non-conformances
- Collaborating cross-functionally: Partnering with Engineering, Supply Chain, Quality, and Program Management to remove bottlenecks and solve problems quickly
- Advancing test automation: Driving the adoption of new test frameworks and data visibility tools to boost efficiency and insight
- Optimizing facilities and systems: Enhancing lab layouts, preventive maintenance, and FactoryLogix MES implementation for seamless production flow
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Your Edge
You are a proven production leader with a strong technical foundation in electronics manufacturing for the defence and aerospace sector. With 10+ years of progressive experience in production, manufacturing engineering, or production test environments, you bring both hands-on operational expertise and strategic leadership. You have successfully managed multi-disciplinary teams in high-reliability, low-volume, high-mix electronics environments, overseeing test, integration, and assembly operations with precision and accountability.
Your background includes a degree in engineering (electrical, computer, mechanical, or related field) or equivalent technical experience. You excel in driving process improvements, meeting production KPIs such as First Pass Yield and On-Time Delivery, and preparing for AS9100 and customer audits. You thrive in collaborative, high-accountability environments where innovation, quality, and delivery converge to meet mission-critical demands.
What You Bring
- Technical Expertise: Deep understanding of electronic assembly, production test, and system integration for ruggedized, high-performance hardware
- Operational Excellence: Proven ability to optimize throughput, yield, and traceability through structured process improvements and continuous improvement initiatives
- Leadership Strength: Skilled in developing, mentoring, and scaling teams to meet growing production demands while maintaining a high-performance culture
- Quality & Compliance Knowledge: Strong working knowledge of AS9100D, AS9145, and AS9102 standards, along with customer and certification audit experience
- Tool & System Proficiency: Experience implementing or managing Aegis FactoryLogix (MES), ERP/PLM systems, and Power BI analytics dashboards
- Testing Acumen: Familiarity with LabVIEW, TestStand, and Python-based frameworks for production testing and data automation
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: History of partnering effectively with Engineering, Supply Chain, and Quality to resolve constraints and maintain delivery performance
- Configuration Management: Strong understanding of document control, versioning, and change management in regulated environments
- Data-Driven Mindset: Ability to analyze production metrics, identify root causes, and implement corrective actions using structured problem-solving approaches
- Facility Oversight: Experience managing EHS compliance, equipment calibration, and lab layout optimization to support safe, efficient workflows
- Strategic Planning: Ability to align short- and mid-term production plans with organizational objectives and resource availability
- Communication & Influence: Clear, confident communicator who can translate technical challenges into actionable solutions for diverse teams and stakeholders
You bring the drive, precision, and leadership to transform complex production challenges into operational success. This is your opportunity to make a tangible impact in advancing the performance and reliability of mission-critical aerospace and defence technologies.
About the Benefits
At WOLF, we invest in you, not just through a competitive base tailored to your skills and experience, but with a benefits package designed to support your health, growth, and work-life balance. Here is what you can look forward to:
- Top-Tier Compensation: $150K+ (negotiable based on your expertise)
- Wellness and Coverage: Health Care Spending Account, short- and long-term disability plans, and a monthly Wellness Allowance
- Generous Time Off: Three weeks of paid vacation plus an additional week of company-wide holiday shutdown
- Flexible Work Model: Balance in-office collaboration with time at home, whatever helps you perform at your best
- Profit Sharing: Participate in our profit-sharing program after one year of service
- Relocation Support: Assistance available for the right candidate to make your move seamless
- Professional Development: Budget for training, conferences, and memberships to keep your skills ahead of the curve
- Team Culture: Regular social events, from food-truck lunches and sports outings to bi-weekly wellness mornings and holiday parties
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.