RF Radio Integration Lab Manager
Kanata, ON
Hardware – Hardware Development /
Full-Time /
On-site
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We are seeking a highly skilled and proactive RF Radio Integration Lab Manager to lead the operation, support, and continuous improvement of our Radio Integration Lab. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring a high-performance lab environment to support radio development, integration, and verification efforts across the engineering team. This is a hands-on role involving lab infrastructure management, coordination with development engineers, and oversight of lab equipment maintenance and logistics.
What you'll do
- Manage and maintain a high-touch RF and wireless lab used for developing and testing radio modules and nodes.
- Collaborate with radio hardware and software development teams to understand and support lab requirements.
- Coordinate and communicate effectively with other lab managers and stakeholders across the organization to align resources, share best practices, and support cross-functional engineering efforts.
- Oversee inventory and calibration schedules for lab assets, including RF test equipment, cables, antennas, and environmental systems.
- Coordinate CAPEX planning and procurement of lab equipment and tooling.
- Handle routine maintenance, upgrades, and issue resolution for lab HVAC, ESS, electrical, GPS systems, and environmental monitoring.
- Support and coordinate repairs, calibration services, and system downtime with external vendors.
- Develop and maintain safety and operational standards to ensure compliance and efficiency.
- Provide technical direction to lab technicians and junior team members as needed.
- Perform typical lab management activities, including:
- Validating lab readiness, monitoring equipment functionality, and responding to test engineer support requests.
- Managing equipment status, initiating service or calibration, coordinating setups for test campaigns, tracking CAPEX and expenses, and producing lab usage and audit reports.
- Leading infrastructure upgrades, supporting system integration efforts, and contributing to test plan development and execution.
What you'll need to get the job done
- 5+ years experience in RF/wireless lab environment or similar technical role.
- Strong hands-on experience with RF lab equipment (spectrum analyzers, signal generators, vector network analyzers, etc.).
- Solid understanding of radio systems, signal flow, and equipment interconnection.
- Proven experience maintaining a safe, efficient, and standards-compliant lab environment.
- Background in coordinating calibration, repair, and asset tracking for lab instrumentation.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate across departments and technical teams.
- Diploma or degree in Electronics Engineering Technology or equivalent.
What will make us REALLY love you
- Experience with radio module integration and RF system verification.
- Familiarity with environmental stress screening (ESS), HVAC, GPS timing infrastructure.
- Experience using LabVIEW or similar test automation tools.
- Previous work with ISO-compliant lab processes and documentation.
- Experience working in defense, telecom, or aerospace environments.
What you’ll love about us:
At Syntronic, our employees are our greatest asset. We foster innovation, collaboration, and excellence, offering opportunities for personal and professional growth. Join a global community that values creativity and diversity.
Ready to Shape the Future with Us?
If you’re ready to elevate your career and be part of a team that’s making a real impact, we want to hear from you. Apply today and embark on your journey with Syntronic, where your ideas and innovations can truly make a difference.
