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S M Software Solutions Inc
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Calian Group

Manager, RF & Antenna Research and Technology

Ottawa, ON, Canada

$150K-$190K · Full-time

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Job details

Pay: $150K-$190K
Job type: Full-time
Apply by: Nov 8, 2026
Posting language: English
Posted: Oct 9, 2026

Original job description

Ottawa, ON | On-site

Position Overview

The Manager, RF & Antenna Research and Technology leads the organization's advanced research activities focused on future GNSS antenna technologies, materials, architectures, and intellectual property development. This role is responsible for defining and executing the technology roadmap, identifying disruptive innovations, and ensuring Calian GNSS maintains a competitive technical advantage over a 3-5 year horizon. The manager leads a team of researchers and senior technical experts and serves as a bridge between emerging technologies and future product development initiatives. The manager will also build, mentor, and develop the high-performing engineering team including hiring, performance management, career development, succession planning, and employee engagement.

Responsibilities

The primary responsibility of this role is to create and mature technologies that will drive future business growth and product differentiation. The manager balances exploratory research with practical technology transition activities, ensuring that innovation investments generate long-term value for the organization.

Strategic Technology Leadership

Develop and maintain the 3-5 year technology roadmap for GNSS antenna innovations.
Identify emerging technologies, market trends, and competitive developments.
Drive technology strategy aligned with business objectives and market opportunities.
Evaluate new materials, manufacturing techniques, and antenna architectures.

Research Program Management

Lead advanced research and proof-of-concept projects.
Prioritize research investments and resource allocation.
Manage technology readiness maturation activities.
Establish collaborations with universities, research institutions, industry partners, and government agencies.

Innovation and Intellectual Property

Drive invention disclosures, patent development, and IP strategy.
Foster a culture of innovation and technical excellence.
Evaluate technical feasibility and commercialization potential of new technologies.

Technical Leadership

Mentor senior technical specialists and researchers.
Conduct design reviews and technology assessments.
Guide transition of mature technologies into product development programs.

Stakeholder Engagement

Present research outcomes to executive leadership.
Support strategic customer engagements involving emerging technologies.
Represent Calian at technical conferences and industry forums.

Key Internal Interfaces and Cross-Functional Collaboration

The Manager, RF & Antenna Research and Technology serves as the primary source of future innovation within the organization. This role works closely with Product Development and RF & Antenna Systems to transition emerging technologies into customer-focused solutions while leveraging Core Engineering capabilities to validate and mature new concepts.

Collaboration Responsibilities

With Product Development

Transfer mature technologies into product development programs.
Support evaluation of new features and capabilities for the product roadmap.
Provide technical expertise during technology insertion activities.
Assist in assessing competitive differentiation opportunities.

With RF & Antenna Systems

Collaborate on the application of emerging technologies to advanced systems.
Support development of CRPA, smart antenna, and Alternative PNT innovations.
Participate in architecture trade studies and proof-of-concept demonstrations.

With Industrialization and Production Support

Consider manufacturing implications early in technology development.
Support assessment of new materials, processes, and production methods.
Assist with technology transfer activities when innovations move toward commercialization.

With Core Engineering

Utilize antenna measurement, environmental testing, PCB layout, and mechanical design capabilities.
Support development of new engineering tools, test methods, and validation approaches.
Coordinate laboratory and prototype development activities.

Qualifications

Success in this role requires a combination of deep technical expertise, strategic thinking, and the ability to lead highly specialized researchers. The ideal candidate is recognized as a technical leader and can translate emerging technologies into business opportunities.

Education

Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, RF Engineering, Applied Physics, or related field.

Experience

10+ years in RF, GNSS, antenna design, or advanced technology development.
Experience managing research programs and technical teams.
Demonstrated history of innovation and patent generation.

Technical Skills

Advanced antenna theory and electromagnetic simulation.
Advanced RF system knowledge.
Technology forecasting and strategic planning.
Research methodology and experimental design.

Leadership Skills

Strategic thinking.
Technical vision.
Coaching and mentorship.
Cross-functional collaboration.

Compensation

$150K-$190K

Vacancy

We have 1 available position.

Perks And Benefits

Competitive, company-paid benefits
Generous time off package
Stock purchase plan
RRSP program
Flexible work hours for eligible roles
Programs to support employee health and well-being

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Responsibilities

Lead the 3–5 year GNSS antenna technology roadmap, manage advanced research and proof-of-concept programs, and develop innovations and intellectual property. Lead and mentor researchers while collaborating across engineering, product development, and production to transition mature technologies into future products.

Requirements

Requires a Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, RF Engineering, Applied Physics, or a related field, along with 10+ years of experience in RF, GNSS, antenna design, or advanced technology development. Candidates should have experience managing research programs and technical teams, a record of innovation and patent generation, and strong technical leadership and strategic planning capabilities.

Skills

Advanced Antenna Theory
Electromagnetic Simulation
RF Systems
GNSS
Antenna Design
Technology Forecasting
Strategic Planning
Research Methodology
Experimental Design
Technology Roadmapping
Intellectual Property Strategy
Patent Development
Research Program Management
Team Leadership
Coaching and Mentorship
Cross-Functional Collaboration

Benefits

Company-Paid Benefits
Generous Time Off
Stock Purchase Plan
RRSP Program
Flexible Work Hours
Employee Health and Well-Being Programs

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Keywords

GNSS Antenna Technologies
RF Engineering
Antenna Design
Antenna Architectures
Advanced Antenna Theory
Electromagnetic Simulation
RF Systems
Technology Roadmap
Technology Readiness
Proof-of-Concept Projects
Research Program Management
Technology Forecasting
Materials Evaluation
Manufacturing Techniques
Intellectual Property
Invention Disclosures
Patent Development
Commercialization
CRPA
Smart Antennas
Alternative PNT
Architecture Trade Studies
Antenna Measurement
Environmental Testing
PCB Layout
Mechanical Design
Technology Transfer
Product Development
Experimental Design
University and Industry Collaboration

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