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Alexandria, Virginia

Defense and Space Manufacturing
11–50 people

About

Over two hundred years of innovation, transformation and delivering results has made Kongsberg Defense & Aerospace a recognized global technology leader and a leading supplier within defense, surveillance, space, aerostructures, and MRO. We take pride in developing advanced solutions and products of strategic importance, for markets around the world. Kongsberg Defense US is a wholly owned subsidiary of Kongsberg Defense and Aerospace, Norway's premier supplier of defense and aerospace related systems. Kongsberg Defense US has been manufacturing Remote Weapons Stations in Johnstown, PA for almost 20 years and has delivered over 20,000 to the United States Military.

Open positions

Senior HR Generalist

On-site · Port Coquitlam

Partner with business leaders to build high-performing teams and provide strategic coaching across the employee lifecycle. Oversee core HR operations including payroll, benefits, compliance, and the improvement of performance management frameworks.

Software Developer

On-site · Port Coquitlam

Design, develop, and maintain robust C/C++ applications for Windows and Linux that interface with advanced sonar hardware. The role involves the full software development lifecycle, including architecture, testing, and long-term product support.

Director of Operations

On-site · Port Coquitlam

The Director of Operations is responsible for improving the effectiveness, efficiency, and scalability of operational activities across Kongsberg Discovery Canada. This includes leading manufacturing, hardware operations, service delivery, and cross-functional process improvement initiatives.

Senior Finance & Corporate Services Manager

On-site · Port Coquitlam

Provide strategic financial leadership and oversight for corporate infrastructure functions, including finance, IT, and supply chain. Act as a trusted advisor to the leadership team to drive business performance, risk management, and sustainable growth.

(6-month contract) Production Test Automation Specialist

On-site · Port Coquitlam

The specialist will design and deploy automated test scripts to control hardware and sonar test fixtures to improve production throughput. They will also maintain legacy LabVIEW code and configure data acquisition systems to ensure robust data collection.

Machinist

On-site · Port Coquitlam

The Machinist is responsible for producing and repairing precision parts, tools, and fixtures for Manufacturing, Customer Service, and R&D departments. This includes programming CNC machinery, designing production test fixtures, and collaborating with Engineering on manufacturability.

Supply Chain Associate

On-site · Port Coquitlam

The Supply Chain Associate is responsible for sourcing and purchasing materials and services to support manufacturing operations while maintaining optimal inventory levels. They manage purchase orders, monitor supplier performance, and collaborate with production and engineering teams to ensure on-time delivery.