Field Applications Engineer

About Calian At Calian, we help organizations overcome obstacles, manage risks, and drive progress. Since 1982, we’ve grown from a small consulting firm into a trusted global company across defence, space, health, nuclear energy, public safety, and government. We create innovative solutions that tackle complex challenges and help organizations and communities stay resilient, informed, and connected. If you’re driven by purpose and energized by solving real-world challenges, we want you on our team. Job Type: Full Time Ottawa, ON (On-site) or Calgary, AB (Remote) Position Overview The Field Applications Engineer serves as the technical bridge between customers, sales, product management, and engineering teams. In this customer-facing role, you will help customers evaluate, integrate, and optimize industry-leading GNSS and RF solutions across markets including precision agriculture, machine control, robotics, UAVs, marine, and defense. This is an excellent opportunity for an engineer who enjoys combining technical expertise with customer interaction, problem-solving, and business impact in a fast-growing technology environment. Responsibilities Provide technical pre-sales and post-sales support for GNSS and RF products and solutions. Partner with customers, distributors, and sales teams to understand application requirements and recommend optimal solutions. Support product evaluations, design-in activities, and customer integration efforts. Deliver technical presentations, training, and product education to customers and partners. Troubleshoot customer applications and resolve complex technical issues. Prepare and review technical requirements, specifications, and supporting documentation. Collaborate with engineering and product management teams to communicate customer needs and product feedback. Support industry events, customer visits, and technical meetings. Act as a trusted technical advisor throughout the customer journey. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Geomatics Engineering, or a related field. 5+ years of experience in a customer-facing technical role such as Field Applications Engineer, Applications Engineer, Systems Engineer, RF Engineer, or Technical Sales Engineer. Experience with GNSS technologies, RF systems, antenna products, or related wireless communications technologies. Strong understanding of RF electronics and related wireless technologies. Experience with GNSS technologies is strongly preferred. Ability to interpret datasheets, block diagrams, RF schematics, and system architectures. Experience with test and measurement equipment such as VNAs, spectrum analyzers, and oscilloscopes. Ability to analyze performance issues and validate system specifications. Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills. Comfortable delivering technical presentations and communicating with both technical and non-technical audiences. Excellent customer service, communication, and relationship-building skills. Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Additional Requirements Ability to travel up to 60-70% throughout North America as required. Valid passport and ability to travel internationally on occasion. Compensation This role offers a base salary range of $110,000 – $130,000 and includes a commission plan as part of the overall compensation package Vacancy We have 1 available position(s). # #SF# AI Usage Disclosure At Calian, we do not use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to screen or evaluate candidates. AI tools may support backend administrative tasks, but they do not influence hiring decisions. All evaluations and decisions are made by real people on our recruitment team and hiring managers. All applicants are reviewed and only those chosen for an interview will be contacted by our recruiting team. How we hire Our hiring process is designed to help us get to know you and discover if you are the best fit for our team. It's also an opportunity for you to gauge if a role at Calian is the right fit for you. Throughout the process, we’ll share details of the kind of work you’ll be doing, the projects you’ll be working on, the team you’ll be joining, and what it’s like working at Calian. Our biggest tip throughout the process is to just be your authentic self! Our commitment to diverse, yet highly specialized solutions require many different skills and abilities. We look for the best talent that can contribute to Calian’s success as well as enhance our culture. We encourage you to apply to a role or join our talent community and sign up for job alerts that match your area of expertise and what you are looking for in your next opportunity. During the recruiting process, you’re encouraged to notify us of any accommodations you may require. We’ll be happy to help. We give the same time and consideration to everyone who applies. Here are a few things you can do to ensure your application shines: Do your research on Calian, the department, and team you are looking to join Add a cover letter that explains why you are a good fit for this position Share a portfolio, personal websites, or links to your professional social media In your CV, highlight your key achievements - this is your time to brag Include dates! Share the timeline of your experience Stand out by tailoring your resume to each position you apply to Only apply to roles you’re genuinely interested in and that align to your experience Be prepared! Do your research on Calian, the department, and team you are looking to join View the responsibilities for the role and find examples that demonstrate how you’ve completed these in your previous work experience Prepare a list of questions to ask us Dress business casual for your interview (virtual and in person) We assess your skills and fit, you assess our fit for you We keep you updated and share expectations as we make progress in the recruiting cycle Feel free to reach out to your Talent Acquisition Specialist at any time during the hiring process 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 Related Careers Production Technician Ottawa, ON Full Time Defense & Space GNSS 2026-06-11

The Field Applications Engineer provides technical pre-sales and post-sales support for GNSS and RF products. They partner with customers to understand application requirements and recommend optimal solutions.

Candidates must have a bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Geomatics Engineering, or a related field, along with 5+ years of experience in a customer-facing technical role. Experience with GNSS technologies and RF systems is strongly preferred.

• 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

Relevées dans la description du poste. Confirmez les exigences importantes ci-dessus.

• Electrical Engineering
• Geomatics Engineering
• Customer-Facing Technical Role
• GNSS Technologies
• RF Systems
• Antenna Products
• Wireless Communications
• RF Electronics
• Troubleshooting
• Problem-Solving
• Technical Presentations
• Customer Service
• Communication
• Relationship-Building
• Test and Measurement Equipment
• Performance Analysis

Formation minimale

Baccalauréat

Expérience minimale

5+ ans

Postuler avant le

15 août 2026