DEW Engineering and Development Miramich Location to Add 98 New Jobs
MIRAMICHI–Aerospace and defence company DEW Engineering and Development ULC announced today that they will be adding 98 jobs to their workforce to deliver on several new defence and security contracts.
With headquarters in Ottawa and secondary operations in Miramichi, DEW provides armour systems for civilian police cars, vehicle upgrades and life extensions, as well as mobile shelter systems for military purposes.
DEW currently employs 40 people in Miramichi and between 200 and 300 overall. The new positions will be created with help from a $400,000 payroll rebate and a $100,000 contribution through the Miramichi Regional Economic Development and Innovation Fund.
“DEW greatly appreciates the support of the government and the premier in helping make this progress possible,” said Ian Marsh, president of DEW. “Our New Brunswick workforce, facilities and products are world class. We are delighted at the opportunity to continue to invest and grow our capability in Miramichi.”
DEW is one of the leading armour manufacturers in North America, with more than $3 million invested in equipment. The new positions are part of the manufacturing process and will require various skill sets.
A DEW representative was unavailable for further comment.