Calgary missile company North Vector Dynamics is opening an Ottawa office to work near federal defence buyers
Ottawa Business Journal reported that North Vector Dynamics, which makes drone-intercepting missiles, is expanding to Ottawa to be closer to the Department of National Defence and expects about 10 employees in the city by end of 2027.
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Calgary-based North Vector Dynamics, which makes low-cost missiles designed to intercept drones, is opening an Ottawa office to work closer to federal defence buyers, Ottawa Business Journal reported on November 10.
Ottawa Business Journal reported that CEO Paul Ziade explained the decision simply: "You need to know your customer." The company's main customer is the federal Department of National Defence, headquartered in Ottawa. The Ottawa office will focus on government relations, procurement, marketing, communications and business development, Ottawa Business Journal said. Manufacturing stays in Calgary.
The company makes laser-guided missiles about one metre long, weighing three kilograms, that travel up to 900 kilometres per hour and are designed to bring down drones, according to Ottawa Business Journal.
Funding and contracts
Ottawa Business Journal reported the company recently raised $29 million in a Series A funding round led by European venture capital fund Tech Horizons. Ottawa-based defence-focused VC fund One9 also invested, according to Ottawa Business Journal.
The company holds a $4.2 million, four-year contract with Defence Research and Development Canada for work on propulsion and hypersonic technology, Ottawa Business Journal reported. Defence Research and Development Canada is the federal government's science and technology agency for the Department of National Defence.
Jobs coming to Ottawa
Ottawa Business Journal reported the company is already extending job offers and expects to have about 10 employees in Ottawa by the end of 2027. The company currently has 25 employees in total and expects to double its total headcount within six to eight months, according to Ottawa Business Journal.
The Ottawa office will focus on the government-relations and procurement side of the business, working alongside the company's main customer, the Department of National Defence. Manufacturing remains in Calgary. Ottawa Business Journal reported the company chose Ottawa because of the need to be physically close to federal defence procurement decisions.
Ottawa residents interested in defence industry employment can follow North Vector Dynamics' announcements for positions in the National Capital Region.
Questions this story answers
What is North Vector Dynamics and what does it make?
Ottawa Business Journal reported that North Vector Dynamics is a Calgary-based company that manufactures low-cost, drone-intercepting missiles. The missiles are described as laser-guided, about one metre long, weighing three kilograms and travelling up to 900 kilometres per hour. The company's missiles are designed to intercept drones.
Why is North Vector Dynamics opening an office in Ottawa?
Ottawa Business Journal quoted CEO Paul Ziade as saying the company needs to be close to its main customer: the federal Department of National Defence, which is headquartered in Ottawa. Ziade said: 'You need to know your customer.' The Ottawa office will focus on government relations, procurement, marketing, communications and business development.
How many jobs will North Vector Dynamics bring to Ottawa?
Ottawa Business Journal reported the company expects to have about 10 employees in its Ottawa office by the end of 2027. The company currently has 25 employees in total and expects to double its headcount within six to eight months. Manufacturing stays in Calgary.
How much funding has North Vector Dynamics raised?
Ottawa Business Journal reported the company raised $29 million in a Series A round led by European venture capital fund Tech Horizons. Ottawa-based defence-focused VC fund One9 also invested in the round, according to Ottawa Business Journal.
Does North Vector Dynamics have any federal government contracts?
Ottawa Business Journal reported the company holds a $4.2 million, four-year contract with Defence Research and Development Canada for propulsion and hypersonic technology work. That contract is with the federal research arm of the Department of National Defence.
When will North Vector Dynamics start hiring in Ottawa?
Ottawa Business Journal reported the company is already extending job offers as it expands. The company expects to reach about 10 Ottawa-based employees by the end of 2027. Ottawa residents interested in defence industry jobs can watch the company's announcements directly.
Where will the Ottawa office of North Vector Dynamics be located?
Ottawa Business Journal did not specify the exact address of the Ottawa office. The report said the office will focus on work related to federal government clients in the National Capital Region, including the Department of National Defence.
What is the Defence Research and Development Canada contract with North Vector Dynamics for?
Ottawa Business Journal reported the $4.2 million, four-year contract with Defence Research and Development Canada covers work on propulsion and hypersonic technology. Defence Research and Development Canada is the federal government's science and technology agency for defence.
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