Mechanical Engineering Manager - Aerospace and Defense

Manager, Mechanical Engineering

📍 Canada (Full-Time | Onsite)

We're partnering with an innovative organization in the Aerospace & Defense industry that is seeking an experienced Manager, Mechanical Engineering to lead a talented engineering team developing advanced electro-mechanical and opto-mechanical systems.

This is an outstanding opportunity for a technical leader who enjoys mentoring engineers, driving innovation, and leading complex product development from concept through production.

What You'll Do

• Lead and develop a high-performing Mechanical Engineering team while fostering collaboration, innovation, and technical excellence.
• Provide technical leadership for the design and development of complex electro-mechanical and opto-mechanical systems.
• Ensure the overall mechanical design integrity of products throughout the development lifecycle.
• Lead conceptual design, detailed design, engineering validation, and new product introduction (NPI) activities.
• Participate in technical design reviews and establish engineering best practices, processes, and standards.
• Manage project schedules, budgets, engineering estimates, and resource planning.
• Support hiring, mentoring, performance management, and career development of engineering staff.
• Identify and implement new engineering tools, technologies, and design methodologies to improve efficiency and product quality.
• Collaborate with Operations, Manufacturing, Sales, Proposals, Compliance, and other cross-functional teams to support successful product delivery.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives across engineering processes and product development.

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline (advanced degree is a plus).
• 9+ years of progressive mechanical engineering experience, including leadership or management responsibilities.
• Proven experience leading engineering teams in a complex product development environment.
• Strong knowledge of:
• Opto-mechanical and electro-mechanical system design
• Optical principles and precision mechanical design
• Machining, casting, sheet metal, composites, and manufacturing processes
• Rapid prototyping and product development
• Materials science, corrosion, coatings, and surface treatments
• Hands-on experience with SolidWorks CAD.
• Experience with:
• Structural, thermal, and CFD analysis (FEA)
• Vibration analysis and testing
• Motion system design and analysis
• Strong project management, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Why You'll Want This Opportunity

• Lead cutting-edge engineering programs within the Aerospace & Defense industry.
• Influence product strategy and engineering standards.
• Mentor and develop a talented team of engineers.
• Work on technically challenging, mission-critical products with real-world impact.
• Join a collaborative organization that values innovation, continuous improvement, and engineering excellence.

📩 If you're an experienced engineering leader looking to make an impact on advanced mechanical systems, I'd love to connect. Apply today or send me a message to learn more.