Hardware Engineer, Military / Aerospace
Top Benefits
About the role
- Drive innovation in defence and aerospace with WOLF’s cutting-edge technology
- Earn a competitive annual salary of $100,000+ with comprehensive benefits
- Join WOLF’s inclusive and supportive team to shape the future of mission-critical solutions 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
About the Opportunity
WOLF is looking for a full-time Hardware Engineer, Military / Aerospace based in Aurora, Ontario .
Reporting to the Sr. Director, Engineering (NPI HW/PCB/DV), you will play an essential role in supporting design verification efforts to ensure product functionality and reliability.
In this junior position, you will be primarily responsible for assisting with the development and execution of verification plans and strategies that align with product requirements and facilitate the seamless integration of designs. This role offers a unique opportunity to gain invaluable experience in complex hardware and technology, with the potential for career growth into the hardware design group based on your performance.
More specifically, your responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Assisting in the development and implementation of verification plans to ensure all design aspects meet or exceed product requirements
- Collaborating with design lead engineer(s) to understand product requirements and to support the development of verification strategies
- Working closely with the core design team during prototype bring-up, design verification, and characterization and environmental qualification testing
- Executing test cases and managing regression testing to validate design functionality
- Identifying and troubleshooting functional issues within the design and helping optimize verification processes for efficiency and effectiveness
- Creating and maintaining accurate test reports and test-related documentation for verification, validation, and production
- Engaging in continuous learning to gain expertise in WOLF’s complex hardware and technologies
About You
To qualify, you will need a bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field, with 2+ years of work experience in hardware design and development , particularly within mixed-signal hardware systems . Familiarity with serial communication protocols such as UART, SPI, and I2C is also essential. This role is intended for individuals with a foundation of practical, professional experience that extends beyond academic training.
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 .
Whilst not needed, background or experience in the following will be highly valued:
- Industry-specific experience with standards including VPX (46.x, 65.x), XMC (42.x, 61.0, 88.0), and MXM
- Knowledge of video standards such as SMPTE-424M (3G-SDI), SMPTE ST-2082 (12G-SDI), DisplayPort 1.4, HDMI 2.0, DVI, RS170, and STANAG 3350
- Proficiency in designing high-speed interfaces, including PCIe Gen4, DDR4, and GDDR6
- Experience with hardware and PCB design environments, including Altium and advanced Cadence OrCAD Capture (17.4, 23.1)
- Familiarity with layout design tools, with a preference for Allegro PCB Editor
- Experience in signal integrity analysis and configuration management
- Background working with NVIDIA and/or AMD GPUs
- A Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field
As our ideal candidate, you will possess a strong drive to understand and master WOLF’s technology and products. You bring curiosity and commitment to learning, eagerly diving into hands-on tasks and consistently expanding your knowledge. With excellent communication skills and a positive approach to constructive feedback, you proactively learn new skills and refine your technical expertise, setting yourself up for success in our dynamic, fast-paced environment.
This is a unique opportunity to contribute to groundbreaking hardware solutions while growing your expertise in a collaborative, innovation-focused team. We are looking for someone passionate about technology and excited to advance their skills with WOLF, bringing enthusiasm and dedication to becoming a knowledgeable, integral part of our team.
About the Benefits
Compensation based on skills and experience, is a competitive annual salary of $100,000+, negotiable depending on experience and qualifications, and a host of excellent benefits including:
- Health Care Spending Account
- 2 weeks Paid time off plus an extra week for holiday shutdown
- A flexible hybrid work model
- Monthly Wellness Allowance
- Profit-sharing program after one year
- Relocation Assistance for the right candidate
- 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.
About WOLF Advanced Technology
WOLF Advanced Technology designs, develops and manufactures rugged video graphics modules for capture, process, encode and display. All WOLF solutions are designed to operate in harsh environmental conditions without sacrificing any of the processing power available from the latest generation of high-speed NVIDIA and AMD GPUs. WOLF’s designs include rapidly available COTS solutions, feature-tailored MCOTS solutions, and full custom designs. WOLF supports a variety of board architectures, including 6U VPX, 3U VPX, XMC, MXM/MXC and other small form factors.
WOLF products are designed to operate flawlessly in even the harshest aerospace and defense environments. Products include rugged embedded, low power, small form factor solutions conforming to embedded systems size, weight and power (SWaP) constraints. WOLF products are designed to pass harsh environmental testing standards such as MIL-STD-810, MIL-HDBK-217, and DO-168, and meet manufacturing standards such as IPC 6012 CLASS-3, IPC-A-610 CLASS 3 and IPC J-STD-001.
Hardware Engineer, Military / Aerospace
Top Benefits
About the role
- Drive innovation in defence and aerospace with WOLF’s cutting-edge technology
- Earn a competitive annual salary of $100,000+ with comprehensive benefits
- Join WOLF’s inclusive and supportive team to shape the future of mission-critical solutions 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
About the Opportunity
WOLF is looking for a full-time Hardware Engineer, Military / Aerospace based in Aurora, Ontario .
Reporting to the Sr. Director, Engineering (NPI HW/PCB/DV), you will play an essential role in supporting design verification efforts to ensure product functionality and reliability.
In this junior position, you will be primarily responsible for assisting with the development and execution of verification plans and strategies that align with product requirements and facilitate the seamless integration of designs. This role offers a unique opportunity to gain invaluable experience in complex hardware and technology, with the potential for career growth into the hardware design group based on your performance.
More specifically, your responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Assisting in the development and implementation of verification plans to ensure all design aspects meet or exceed product requirements
- Collaborating with design lead engineer(s) to understand product requirements and to support the development of verification strategies
- Working closely with the core design team during prototype bring-up, design verification, and characterization and environmental qualification testing
- Executing test cases and managing regression testing to validate design functionality
- Identifying and troubleshooting functional issues within the design and helping optimize verification processes for efficiency and effectiveness
- Creating and maintaining accurate test reports and test-related documentation for verification, validation, and production
- Engaging in continuous learning to gain expertise in WOLF’s complex hardware and technologies
About You
To qualify, you will need a bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field, with 2+ years of work experience in hardware design and development , particularly within mixed-signal hardware systems . Familiarity with serial communication protocols such as UART, SPI, and I2C is also essential. This role is intended for individuals with a foundation of practical, professional experience that extends beyond academic training.
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 .
Whilst not needed, background or experience in the following will be highly valued:
- Industry-specific experience with standards including VPX (46.x, 65.x), XMC (42.x, 61.0, 88.0), and MXM
- Knowledge of video standards such as SMPTE-424M (3G-SDI), SMPTE ST-2082 (12G-SDI), DisplayPort 1.4, HDMI 2.0, DVI, RS170, and STANAG 3350
- Proficiency in designing high-speed interfaces, including PCIe Gen4, DDR4, and GDDR6
- Experience with hardware and PCB design environments, including Altium and advanced Cadence OrCAD Capture (17.4, 23.1)
- Familiarity with layout design tools, with a preference for Allegro PCB Editor
- Experience in signal integrity analysis and configuration management
- Background working with NVIDIA and/or AMD GPUs
- A Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field
As our ideal candidate, you will possess a strong drive to understand and master WOLF’s technology and products. You bring curiosity and commitment to learning, eagerly diving into hands-on tasks and consistently expanding your knowledge. With excellent communication skills and a positive approach to constructive feedback, you proactively learn new skills and refine your technical expertise, setting yourself up for success in our dynamic, fast-paced environment.
This is a unique opportunity to contribute to groundbreaking hardware solutions while growing your expertise in a collaborative, innovation-focused team. We are looking for someone passionate about technology and excited to advance their skills with WOLF, bringing enthusiasm and dedication to becoming a knowledgeable, integral part of our team.
About the Benefits
Compensation based on skills and experience, is a competitive annual salary of $100,000+, negotiable depending on experience and qualifications, and a host of excellent benefits including:
- Health Care Spending Account
- 2 weeks Paid time off plus an extra week for holiday shutdown
- A flexible hybrid work model
- Monthly Wellness Allowance
- Profit-sharing program after one year
- Relocation Assistance for the right candidate
- 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.
About WOLF Advanced Technology
WOLF Advanced Technology designs, develops and manufactures rugged video graphics modules for capture, process, encode and display. All WOLF solutions are designed to operate in harsh environmental conditions without sacrificing any of the processing power available from the latest generation of high-speed NVIDIA and AMD GPUs. WOLF’s designs include rapidly available COTS solutions, feature-tailored MCOTS solutions, and full custom designs. WOLF supports a variety of board architectures, including 6U VPX, 3U VPX, XMC, MXM/MXC and other small form factors.
WOLF products are designed to operate flawlessly in even the harshest aerospace and defense environments. Products include rugged embedded, low power, small form factor solutions conforming to embedded systems size, weight and power (SWaP) constraints. WOLF products are designed to pass harsh environmental testing standards such as MIL-STD-810, MIL-HDBK-217, and DO-168, and meet manufacturing standards such as IPC 6012 CLASS-3, IPC-A-610 CLASS 3 and IPC J-STD-001.