Comprehensive benefits package with 100% employer paid premiums for supplemental medical, dental and group insurance, an employee assistance program and a health spending account.
A chance to be on the leading edge of GPS technology
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NovAtel
At NovAtel we are showing the world what’s possible in satellite-based navigation. We’re continually redefining the Global Positioning System industry, priding ourselves in being the first to develop the technologies and products that are shaping the future.
Responsibilities:
You will provide general administrative support to the accounting department, sort and match invoices to receiving documents and purchase orders, assist in coding and data entry of invoices and their verification, handle cheque run distribution, reconcile vendor statements, print and mail customer invoices, and file all associated documents and departmental reports.
Qualifications:
You have a relevant accounting diploma or certificate, along with a minimum of 2 years accounting or administrative experience. Current enrollment in the CMA or CGA program would be considered an asset.
Location: Calgary, AB
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Responsibilities:
You will develop and test real-time Navigation Receiver firmware for Aviation products. Responsibilities will include specification, implementation, test and qualification of receiver firmware, as well as the development of new satellite navigation functionality and algorithms to support aviation specific requirements. All new development will use the Unified Modeling language and C++. You will also be responsible for maintaining the existing legacy code base.
Qualifications:
You have a university degree engineering or computer science along with relevant GPS experience. Experience in real-time embedded C/C++ software development and Object Oriented Analysis and Design is required. Training in modern project management methodology and knowledge of SEI’s Capability Maturity Model would be considered assets.
Location: Calgary, AB
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Responsibilities:
You will provide technical support on Hardware, Software and related GPS topics to internal and external customers. You will liaise with other departments regarding technical matters. You will assist in sales support, generate Authorization Codes, provide technical assistance, etc. You will perform software testing and verification, and are involved in field trial coordination. You will review technical documentation materials and manuals and generate application notes for frequently asked questions.
Qualifications:
You have a university degree in geomatics, along with the ability to multi-task, problem solve and communicate effectively. Some international travel is required. GPS / IMU / C++ experience would all be considered assets.
Location: Calgary, AB
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Responsibilities:
You will develop real-time embedded software for new and existing GNSS receiver products, including new features, enhancements, and product support. Your duties will include requirements definition, software design, coding, testing, and documentation. You will work closely with other software, hardware, system test, and application engineers.
Qualifications:
You have a degree in electrical or computer engineering, along with a minimum of 8 years software development experience using C / C++ in real-time, embedded systems. You have excellent problem solving and communication skills, and familiarity with GPS would be an asset.
Location: Calgary, AB
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Responsibilities:
You will define requirements for a portfolio of products that will establish NovAtel Inc. as the leading provider of OEM positioning solutions for the agriculture market segment. You will identify opportunities and work with technical experts to recognize creative and unique solutions. You will maintain market segment expertise through frequent customer interaction, trade shows, market research, competitor research and testing, as well as write development proposals and business cases. You will support Sales and Customer Service through customer visits, beta trials, white papers, competitor analysis, promotional materials, training materials, and presentations.
Qualifications:
You have relevant “hands-on” experience working in the agriculture market segment and a thorough understanding of user’s needs and wants. You have built excellent relationships with key agriculture contacts. Your experience using GPS to solve problems, along previous product management and/or customer service background would be a definite asset.
Location: Calgary, AB
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Responsibilities:
You will lead the product development team of 90 to 120 resources, with approximately 9 direct reports, and will be responsible for performance management and people development. You have ultimate accountability and authority for the product development and introduction process, including project performance and are also in charge of major engineering elements of new product introductions, with a focus on meeting the main objectives for the project (key features/quality, timely introduction, price, cost and first 6 month sales volumes). This includes the design, validation, approval/certification and transition into manufacturing. You are responsible for key technology and platform strategies for each of the major product lines, addressing the market segments that NovAtel is focused on. These activities include strategic review of technology needs of various segments, and longer term planning to address these needs (involves acquiring key technologies required, and validation of new technologies prior to commercialization etc.). You will ensure that key GNSS engineering competencies of NovAtel are continuously developed to maintain a leadership position in the market (specific competencies include algorithms work and ASIC capabilities), and you will ensures robust architectural and systems design for all major product developments. You will participate as a key member of the business leadership team and provide departmental administration including budgeting, staffing and communications, and will manage a development budget of approximately $12M.
Qualifications:
You have an engineering degree, along with a minimum of 10 years experience in a high tech, product development environment. You have direct experience in ASIC and embedded firmware product development. Experience in New Product Introduction and current time-to-market processes would be desirable, and direct experience with GPS products would be a definite asset.
Location: Calgary, AB
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Responsibilities:
You will guide a team of marketing product managers that is focused on the creation and fulfillment of a product roadmap. This includes looking for new opportunities and markets for existing products, as well as making recommendations for new products. You will direct the product management process, including working closely with the Product Management team to define market requirements and ensure the consistent use of the product life cycle process. You will also partner with Engineering to ensure those requirements are met, and with Sales to deliver products as expected. Specific duties will include:
develop, ensure and maintain a consistent product message which includes definition of target audiences, their needs, key features and business benefits
develop a deep understanding of customer needs in targeted vertical segments and work with product management to translate those needs into product requirements
direct of primary and secondary research methods and the use of financial metrics to justify and prioritize project opportunities
ensure consistency in product launches and assist product managers in identifying all launch activities
identify, define and test additional vertical market opportunities and lead development of go-to-market programs to ensure successful entry and expansion
evangelize the process and manage its consistent use across all the product managers and different projects
monitor the lifecycle process and refine as needed to assure a great process that is right for NovAtel.
provide weekly status reports on projects in process
travel approximately 10-20% of the time
Qualifications:
You bring a strong leadership vision, combined with the ability to turn ideas into action, business savvy resulting from extensive experience in product management, a passion for product development, and the skills to inspire and communicate effectively. You have the following:
ten years of relevant product marketing experience, directly managing a product management group as a major benefit
a graduate degree in a technology or business related field
experience working for a mid to large size public company
experience working with hardware and or software products positioned at the OEM level
experience in the creation and review of proposals for customer driven projects
extensive experience with product marketing life cycles and highly skilled at leading cross-functional participation in the process
experience in positioning, packaging and pricing to determine the optimal mix for the greatest possible return.
This is a management position with 5 direct reports, reporting to the Vice President of Sales & Marketing, and is an internal and external facing position. The ability to interact with and influence product marketing, engineering, sales, services and the executive team, as well as customers and partners is required, along with the ability to lead and influence cross-functional teams.
Location: Calgary, AB
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Responsibilities:
You will design commercial electronic enclosures from concept to production for advanced GPS systems. This will include designing mechanical parts and assemblies to meet form / fit / function requirements while considering the following areas: aesthetics, man-machine interface, PCB requirements & interfaces, cabling requirements, DFM / DFT / DFA, EMI suppression, thermal / shock / vibration / humidity / reliability, safety and cost. You will collaborate and build consensus with various departments (i.e. Product Management, Production, and Test Engineering) during product development to ensure that enclosures meet customer needs with a skilled trade-off of alternatives. You will develop and maintain relationships with vendors as the basis for understanding vendor competencies and designing sub-assemblies that utilize these competencies appropriately. Proactive accountability for design performance through simulation, designer testing, manufacturing support and RMA analysis is required, along with continuous improvement to reduce time to market, increase performance and reduce cost. You will also provide support for legacy products.
Minimum Qualifications:
You have a mechanical engineering degree with a minimum of 3 years design experience, along with a high degree of skill with Pro/engineer or equivalent 3D CAD package, Pro/Intralink or equivalent database management tool. You have demonstrated technical skills in design, analysis, testing, and problem solving, a sense of responsibility and initiative to drive designs to production combined with a detailed nature to ensure work is accurate and complete. You have demonstrated strong time management, communication and teamwork skills.
Ideal Qualifications:
You have a mechanical engineering degree with 10 years of design experience combined with leadership experience. You have a system level perspective and are capable of interfacing with other groups such as PCB and industrial design. You have extensive knowledge of fabrication and manufacturing techniques such as plastic injection molding, die-casting, sheet metal, rapid prototyping, cable assembly, etc. You are experienced with new product introduction (NPI) and electronic package design and have demonstrated success as a proactive self-starter capable of seeking out challenges and opportunities based on business needs.
Location: Calgary, AB
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Responsibilities:
You will possess the knowledge and skill to architect, design, verify and document complex hardware solutions incorporating analog + digital + RF circuitry and/or modules. You will possess the learning skills consistent with the constantly changing field of electronics. You will operate effectively as a leader, or as a contributor, in a collaborative environment, utilizing design practices that hit quality, performance and cost targets while delivering manufacturability, testability and compliance.
Qualifications:
You have a university degree in electrical or computer engineering with a minimum of 5 years of hardware development experience. Experience with current embedded processor (Power PC, BlackFin, IMX, ARM), communication (USB, BlueTooth, Ethernet, CAN, RS232/422), memory (SDRAM, DDRx, NAND and NOR Flash, CompactFlash, MMC/SD), power management, and design for manufacturing, design for regulatory (including EMI/EMC). You also have experience developing products for harsh environments (military/automotive) including extreme temperature, vibration/shock, water and chemical exposure, as well as experience with SPICE, digital design flow, and PCB design flow encompassing hands-on experience with schematic capture and supporting/directing layout. Good verbal and written communication skills are a requirement. Knowledge of advanced physical parameter sensing technologies, heat management, interconnect systems, HW user interface, audio, and programmable logic (CPLDs and FPGAs) would be considered an asset.
Location: Calgary, AB
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Responsibilities:
Reporting to the Vice President, Operations, you will lead the Logistics group to create and implement world class systems, processes and initiatives for global material planning, procurement and inventory management. You will develop and implement strategic and operating plans, as well as work with internal manufacturing, local and international contract manufacturers to ensure the consistent delivery of finished goods to meet customer demand; deliver more effective global sourcing of the highest quality products at the lowest possible price while maintaining delivery flexibility; develop and enhance processes to drive performance in KPIs (NPI schedule, on-time delivery, product lead time, product quality, product cost, etc); direct staff with the responsibility for day-to day tactical management and execution of all elements of the supply chain; lead efforts to reduce lead-times across key supplier programs through process development and negotiations; develop global supply partnerships; coordinate activities to minimize downtime due to supply chain shortage, improper planning and market fluctuations; and proactively manage to minimize excess and obsolete material.
Qualifications:
You have a university degree in engineering, business or related field, an MBA or professional certification in Purchasing or Logistics, with a minimum of 10 years relevant experience, 5 of which have been at a senior managerial level. You have been exposed to high-tech, electronics development and manufacturing, and have a comprehensive knowledge of vendor management, integrated logistics and supply chain. You are a proven leader and mentor/developer of employees, have strong analytical skills and business acumen to develop sound plans, identify issues and create solutions. You have a history of providing strategic leadership and reinventing current supply chain operations, strong negotiating skills in dealing with partners and suppliers, and excellent written and verbal communication skills. You are self motivated and an effective team player.
Location: Calgary, AB
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Responsibilities:
You will oversee the finance function for Antcom Corporation, ensuring financial controls are in place and adhered to. You will be responsible for the preparation of monthly financial statements and related management reports, including analysis of actual reports versus budget/forecast. You will perform a monthly inventory reconciliation and assist in standard cost reviews and updates, analyze report data relating to cost variance, inventory and gross margins. On an annual basis, you will prepare backup for the income tax return as well as preparation of the annual budget for the company. Quarterly forecasts will be required and 5 year plans will be submitted as needed.
Qualifications:
You have a post-secondary degree in Finance or Accounting, along with 3 years of directly related experience. You must have superior Excel and Quick Books skills, along with the ability to work in a team environment.
Location: Torrance, CA
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Responsibilities:
You will work with the design teams to provide feedback on design for manufacturability (DFM) for new products. You will plan and document the manufacture of each product, monitor and validate surface mount technology (SMT) electronics assembly process at contract manufacturers, and troubleshoot manufacturing process problems.
Qualifications:
You have an engineering degree combined with 1-2 years experience, or a technical certificate combined with 3-5 years experience in a manufacturing environment. You are an excellent communicator with strong computer skills (MS Office), and proven electronic and mechanical assembly knowledge.
Location: Calgary, AB
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Responsibilities:
You will support project teams in the sourcing and selection of electronic components ensuring selected components meet or exceed quality and reliability standards. You will review component for RoHS acceptability and compatibility with existing manufacturing processes, as well as work with engineering teams to qualify replacement and/or alternate components. You will manage the obsolescence of electronic components including sourcing and recommending alternates, manage the master component database, including the approval of parts, and work directly with component manufacturers to determine root cause and corrective actions as a result of failure analysis investigations.
Qualifications:
You have a university degree in electrical engineering, with a minimum of 2 years practical experience in the selection and evaluation of electronic components as a component engineer or design engineer. You have a solid understanding of electronic component technology and manufacture, an understanding of electronics supply industry and a working knowledge of design and manufacturing documentation and quality systems. You also have a high degree of computer literacy, familiarity with ISO 9000 procedures, excellent communication skills and experience working with development and manufacturing engineering in a high tech manufacturing environment.
Location: Calgary, AB
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Responsibilities:
You will ensure that the reliability and quality of NovAtel’s product line is optimized. You will conduct failure analysis of components and processes, harvest and analyze failure analysis data, report failure analysis and reliability data throughout the organization, communicate and resolve customer and/or vendor issues, and facilitate resolution of reliability concerns. You will schedule and facilitate the ‘failure review board’ responsible for reviewing, analyzing and actioning reliability reports generated monthly. You will facilitate preventive and corrective actions required in order to continuously improve the quality and reliability of NovAtel products. You will follow through on product and process improvement initiatives, and periodically review and improve the overall reliability program.
Qualifications:
You have an electronics technology diploma (or equivalent) along with 3 years relevant experience in a high-tech environment. You have experience with LEAN manufacturing, or continuous improvement methodologies/processes, along with excellent analytical, communication, organizational and computer skills (including knowledge of Crystal Reports). A strong knowledge of electrical components/applications, with the ability to read and understand datasheets, products and component specifications and schematics is required. Experience with complex electronic systems (preferably GPS related) and knowledge of industry standards and requirements is preferred.
Location: Calgary, AB
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Responsibilities:
You are a senior business manager with proven ability in supporting business expansion and management. You will work alongside the VP Business Development, focusing on expansion of all aspects of future project capture, product development/introduction and new sector entry. Specific effort is required to capture new WAAS and WAAS product related programs, and to establish ways and means into military business opportunities. Close liaison with the Aviation and OEM project teams will be required to develop winning technical approaches for new requirements, lead proposal generation and program capture efforts. There is a high emphasis on relationship building in a wide international market requiring overseas travel and working with a variety of cultures. Working closely with the VP Business Development, you will have access to existing contacts and business ventures and will be required to extend the existing business base while exploring new avenues, particularly locating and addressing accessible military opportunities. With this job, you have the prospect of finding the program/product opportunity, winning the business as the principle customer lead contact, and acting as the internal product champion through to delivery.
Qualifications:
You have a degree in engineering or business, along with several years of relevant project/product management experience. You have worked in a government/military business environment, and have excellent interpersonal and written proposal generation/management skills. You are an innovative, collaborative leader with superior technical knowledge.
Location: Calgary, AB
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Point Inc.
POINT, Inc. is a subsidiary of Sokkia Co. Ltd., a world leader in survey instruments, and NovAtel. It was created to design advanced measurement product solutions for Sokkia's worldwide distribution channel utilizing core technology from NovAtel and other third parties. POINT, Inc. promotes a friendly, relaxed and casual atmosphere.
If you are interested in career opportunities with Point Inc., please visit the website at www.point-inc.com
