North Vector Dynamics

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Building a full-spectrum missile capability to serve NATO Allies and partners | BetaKit's Most Ambitious 2026

Calgary

Defense and Space Manufacturing

11–50 people

About

North Vector Dynamics is a Canadian-owned and controlled defence technology company specializing in precision interception, autonomy, and advanced propulsion. NVD is building a full-spectrum missile capability, from counter-UAS solutions to hypersonics, designed to serve and defend NATO member states and their allies and partners. Backed by leading Canadian, American and European defence tech investors, NVD is led by a team of experienced engineers, scientists, and operators with experience in academia, NASA, and the Canadian Armed Forces. As a trusted partner of defence primes and systems integrators, NVD is quickly establishing itself as a venture-backed defence technology innovator.

Open positions

Capture Manager

On-site · Ottawa

WHO WE ARE North Vector Dynamics is a Canadian-owned and controlled defence technology company specializing in precision interception, autonomy, and advanced propulsion. NVD is building a full-spectrum missile capability, from counter-UAS solutions to hypersonics, designed to serve and defend NATO member states and their allies and partners. THE ROLE Reporting to the Director of Business Development, the Capture Manager is responsible for turning qualified defence opportunities into structured, competitive and compliant pursuits. The role leads capture strategy and execution across Canadia…

Director, Business Development

On-site · Ottawa

WHO WE ARE North Vector Dynamics is a Canadian-owned and controlled defence technology company specializing in precision interception, autonomy, and advanced propulsion. NVD is building a full-spectrum missile capability, from counter-UAS solutions to hypersonics, designed to serve and defend NATO member states and their allies and partners. THE ROLE Reporting to the Head of Growth, the Director of Business Development is responsible for executing NVD's business development activities in the Canadian market and as required, internationally. The Director manages the opportunity pipeline, ov…

Head of Product

On-site · Calgary

The Head of Product will own the full system architecture, requirements, and maturation plan for missile and launch systems from design through to production. They will lead a multidisciplinary team to ensure technical design maturity, qualification, and successful handoff to manufacturing.

Information Technology Manager

On-site · Calgary

The IT Manager is responsible for the day-to-day operation, security, and maturity of the company's internal IT environment. This includes managing infrastructure, endpoints, cybersecurity compliance, and providing technical support to staff.

Embedded Linux Engineer

On-site · Calgary

Design, build, and maintain embedded Linux software for flight and mission computers, spanning from board support packages to application layers. Collaborate with GNC, avionics, and electrical teams to integrate software with hardware sensors and communication systems.

Mission Software Lead

On-site · Calgary

The Mission Software Lead will own the design and development of mission-critical software for the CM-70 interceptor, including command and control and sensor integration. They will also build and lead the software engineering team while establishing architecture and safety standards for the company.

Project Manager

On-site · Calgary

The Project Manager will coordinate cross-functional projects, manage administrative reporting, and ensure accurate tracking of project milestones, costs, and risks. They will also oversee government funding submissions, SR&ED documentation, and serve as the primary administrator for the company's project management platform.

Postdoc Hypersonics

On-site · Calgary

The candidate will conduct research on hypersonic technologies and perform advanced physics-based analyses for vehicle design and optimization. They will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and may mentor junior researchers.