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Senior Hardware Engineer (Systems) - Onsite Position

@ D4S DY-4 Systems Inc.

Ottawa, Ontario

Full-time8+ years experience
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Overview

Curtiss-Wright Defense Solutions (D4S DY-4 Systems Inc.) is hiring a Senior Hardware Engineer (Systems) for an onsite role in Ottawa, Ontario. The work covers the full systems engineering lifecycle of rugged deployed systems for harsh environments, from requirements through integration, verification and certification. The posting states a salary of $86,900 to $136,900 plus bonus opportunity.

Responsibilities:

  • Define low-level system and functional module requirements
  • Architect hardware and software solutions
  • Lead integration and test activities
  • Ensure compliance with environmental and safety standards
  • Deliver reliable systems for extreme conditions

Requirements summary:

  • 8 years systems engineering on rugged deployed systems
  • Experience with DOORS and JIRA
  • Experience with high-speed interconnects and serial protocols
  • Experience with MIL-STD and DO-160 environmental standards
  • Bachelor's in electrical engineering or computer science, or technologist diploma

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Employer posting date
2026-06-25
First seen by our source
2026-10-08
Source record updated
2026-10-16

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Job details

SenioritySenior
DepartmentEngineering
Experience8+ years
Hours per week40 (estimated)
Work settingOffice, Laboratory
PositionSitting and standing
Physical demandsphysical low · computer high
LanguagesEnglish
EducationBachelor’s degree (preferred)
Fields of studyElectrical engineering, Computer science
Perks mentionedPerformance bonus

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Job description

Senior Hardware Engineer (Systems)- Onsite Position

We’re seeking a passionate, hardware-focused Systems Engineer who thrives on solving complex system-level challenges and is driven to push the boundaries of mission-critical embedded technology at our world class facility in Ottawa, ON. If you bring deep expertise in several of the areas listed below and a genuine excitement for rugged deployed systems for harsh environment, we want to hear from you. Join a collaborative, high-energy engineering team in Ottawa, ON, where your ideas will be heard, and turned into reality alongside some of the best minds in the industry.

Location: Ottawa, ON-Onsite Position

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Salary Range: $86,900.00 - $136,900.00 plus bonus opportunity

Please note that the salary range information provided is a general guideline only, reflecting a position based in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada. Criteria such as the candidate’s qualifications and relevant experience, the scope of the specific position, as well as market and business considerations will be evaluated when extending an offer.

Your Challenge:

You will drive the full systems engineering product lifecycle for development of rugged deployed systems for harsh environments. This includes:

  • Define low level system requirements such as functional module requirements, software requirements and requirements to external vendors

  • Architecting hardware/software solutions

  • Leading integration and test activities

  • Ensuring compliance with rigorous environmental and safety standards

  • Delivering innovative, reliable systems that perform under extreme conditions — all while thriving in a fast-paced, collaborative environment

What you Bring:

Proven Systems Engineering Experience

  • Full-lifecycle systems engineering on rugged deployed systems for harsh environments (requirements, design, integration, verification, certification)
  • Development of electronic assemblies optimized for rugged environments and Design for Manufacturability (DFM)
  • Requirements management, traceability, and validation; ability to write clear, formal documentation

Technical Depth

  • Experience with DOORS and JIRA; working knowledge of Cameo a plus
  • Latest high-speed interconnects (Gen 3/4 PCIe, 40/100GbE, USB 3.x, DDR4/5)
  • PCB design (stack-up, materials, IPC standards)
  • Serial protocols: MIL-STD-1553, RS-422/485/232, 10G/100G Ethernet, PCIe, USB
  • Environmental & power standards: MIL-STD-461, MIL-STD-1275, MIL-STD-704, MIL-STD-810, DO-160
  • Safety-critical processes (DO-254, DO-178C, ARP4754, MIL-STD-882); prior FAA/RTCA certification experience highly valued
  • System safety analyses (SSA, FHA, FMEA) a plus

Hands-On & Problem-Solving Skills

  • Outstanding debug and troubleshooting of rugged computing systems (hardware, firmware, OS level)
  • Proficient across Windows and Linux environments
  • Scripting/automation experience (Python or similar)
  • - Cross-disciplinary awareness of electrical, mechanical, software, and manufacturing impacts

Professional Attributes

  • Results-driven self-starter who manages multiple priorities in a dynamic environment
  • Exceptional problem-solving, creativity, and engineering judgment
  • Strong verbal and written communication; comfortable presenting to technical and non-technical audiences
  • Team player who leads by example, takes ownership, holds self-accountable, and drives continuous improvement
  • Passion for customer success and team development

Education/Experience

  • Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or computer science, Technologist Diploma or equivalent will be considered
  • 8 years systems engineering experience in rugged deployed systems for harsh environments

Who We Are

Our Values

Environmental, Social and Governance

At our world-class manufacturing and design facility in Ottawa, Ontario, we manufacture rugged products optimized for high-mix, high quality and small batch sizes typical of military requirements. Equipped with the latest assembly, cleaning, coating and inspection equipment, our operations are AS9100 and ISO-9001 certified and we comply with the highest standards of workmanship defined by IPC and J-STD specifications. All materials and processes are controlled by our enterprise-wide SAP and MES systems which offer full component traceability to individual products by serial number.

To learn more visit Ottawa, Ontario | Curtiss-Wright Defense Solutions (curtisswrightds.com)

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Compliance Statement

This position may require exposure to export-controlled information and subject to additional security screening. In the event information provided during the security screening reveals ineligibility to access export-controlled information, any offer of employment may be reconsidered or withdrawn.

Curtiss-Wright is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability, age, ancestry, legally protected medical condition, family care status, marital status, religion, veteran status, national origin, or any other legally protected status. If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact Talent Acquisition.

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