Senior Engineer, Hardware

Wolf Advanced Technology

$120K — $150K *
Aerospace & Defense
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field (equivalent experience considered)
  • 10+ years of hands-on mixed-signal hardware design and development experience
  • Expertise with high-speed interfaces like PCIe Gen4, DDR4, and GDDR6
  • Proficiency with integrated video standards such as 3G-SDI, 12G-SDI, DisplayPort 1.4, and HDMI 2.0
  • Strong skills in using advanced lab equipment including oscilloscopes and logic analyzers
  • Knowledgeable in maintaining compliance within CGP and ITAR frameworks

Responsibilities

  • Lead high-impact hardware design of mixed-signal systems
  • Create comprehensive hardware designs and functional specifications
  • Conduct feasibility studies for component selection
  • Implement circuit schematics and lead troubleshooting efforts
  • Collaborate with software, firmware, and PCB engineers for integration
  • Maintain designs for compliance with industry standards
  • Mentor junior engineers and promote technical excellence

Benefits

  • Health Care Spending Account and disability plans
  • Three weeks of paid vacation plus one additional week of holiday shutdown
  • Flexible work model allowing for remote collaboration
  • Participation in profit-sharing program after one year
  • Relocation assistance for qualified candidates
  • Budget for professional development expenses
  • Regular team-building social events
Full Job Description
  • Drive innovation in defence and aerospace with WOLF's cutting-edge technology
  • Earn a competitive annual salary of $120,000-$150,000 with comprehensive benefits
  • Join WOLF's inclusive and supportive team to shape the future of mission-critical solutions worldwide


Your Mission Brief

WOLF Advanced Technology is on the hunt for a full-time Sr. Engineer, Hardware to join our innovative, mission-focused engineering team in Aurora, ON.

Reporting to the VP, Engineering, you'll play a mission-critical role in leading the design and development of complex mixed-signal hardware systems that push the limits of defense and aerospace technology.

In this hybrid role, you'll work closely with cross-functional experts in software, firmware, and PCB design, driving projects from concept to successful integration. This is a hardware-focused position where hands-on problem solving, deep technical expertise, and rapid iteration are part of the everyday rhythm.

As Sr. Engineer, Hardware at WOLF, you might...

  • Lead high-impact hardware design: Own the development of cutting-edge mixed-signal systems from requirements through to validated product
  • Engineer with precision: Create complete hardware designs, sub-systems, and functional specifications that align with demanding product goals
  • Select the right tech for the mission: Conduct feasibility studies and choose components that balance performance, cost, and operational needs
  • Bring designs to life: Implement circuit schematics, lead bring-up, and troubleshoot using oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and other advanced tools
  • Collaborate across disciplines: Partner with software, firmware, and PCB engineers to ensure seamless product integration
  • Ensure mission readiness: Maintain compliance with rigorous industry standards and document designs for full traceability
  • Mentor and inspire: Guide junior engineers and foster a culture of technical excellence
  • Innovate for performance: Identify opportunities to improve design performance through data-driven testing and analysis


This is your opportunity to shape mission-critical solutions that operate where others fail. At WOLF, your expertise will directly influence the success of defense and aerospace programs worldwide.

To read the full position description, please click here.

Your Edge

You hold a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field (or equivalent experience), with 10+ years of hands-on mixed-signal hardware design and development experience. You've engineered systems featuringhigh-speed interfaces like PCIe Gen4, DDR4, and GDDR6, integrated video standards such as 3G-SDI, 12G-SDI, DisplayPort 1.4, and HDMI 2.0, and are fluent in using advanced lab equipment including oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and precision measurement tools.

Your engineering expertise is matched by your discipline in planning and documentation. You create complete hardware functional specifications, translate requirements into robust designs, and maintain full traceability for compliance and quality. You know how to troubleshoot at the circuit level, perform detailed signal integrity analysis, and optimize designs for both performance and manufacturability.

You work seamlessly across disciplines, collaborating with software, firmware, and PCB engineers to ensure flawless integration. Whether you're mentoring junior team members, managing third-party design partners, or pushing the boundaries of design performance, you take ownership from concept to deployment. You're also well-versed in operating within CGP and ITAR frameworks, understanding the rigor and precision required in defense and aerospace projects.

If you excel in high-tech, high-pressure environments where innovation meets uncompromising quality, you'll thrive as part of WOLF's mission-driven team.

Wolfpack Perks

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's what you can look forward to:

  • Top-Tier Compensation: $120,000-$150,000 CAD (negotiable based on your expertise)
  • Wellness & Coverage: Health Care Spending Account, short- and long-term disability plans, and a monthly Wellness Allowance
  • Generous Time Off: Three weeks' 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!

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