49North is a Canadian defence company delivering secure, multi-domain C4ISR and mission systems capabilities that provide decision advantage in complex and contested environments.
A wholly-owned subsidiary of MDA Space building on more than five decades of trusted Canadian defence delivery, 49North operates as a sovereign Canadian provider of multi domain C4ISR and mission systems, bringing disciplined prime-contractor execution to defence and security programs.
- Advanced sensing, radar, and data fusion technologies
- Secure mission systems and defence-qualified electronics
- Long-term sustainment and in-service supportAir navigation solutions
- Operational support and mission enablement
- Canadian and allied interoperability
News and Insights
MDA Space Launches 49North, a Canadian defence business delivering multi-domain and mission-critical capabilities
“These capabilities are foundational for operational readiness and effectiveness in complex environments, and essential to giving Canadian and allied forces the enhanced situational awareness and actionable intelligence they need to succeed,” said Joe Armstrong, President of 49North.
Who We Are
Our Heritage
49North draws on more than five decades of Canadian defence heritage, rooted in the execution of large, complex, and mission-critical programs developed within MDA Space. This legacy reflects a record of delivery where engineering rigour, operational reliability, and national trust are non-negotiable.
These capabilities have supported expeditionary operations, maritime surveillance and command systems, advanced airborne sensing platforms, and long-term sustainment of critical defence assets across the Canadian Armed Forces and allied partners.
Our Mandate
A wholly-owned subsidiary of MDA Space, 49North focuses exclusively on defence and mission systems across non-space domains. Through Maritime Systems, C4ISR & Mission Systems, and Uncrewed Systems, 49North Canada’s readiness through sovereign systems integration, advanced sensing and long-term sustainment of mission-critical platforms.
Our Mission
49North strengthens Canada’s sovereign defence capability by delivering C4ISR and integrated mission systems and multi-domain C4ISR integration — enabling trusted Canadian and coalition operations, assured interoperability, and sustained readiness.
Our Leadership
Led by Joe Armstrong, an accomplished Canadian defence and aerospace executive with more than 25 years of experience, 49North has an experienced management team with deep expertise in defence systems and technology, program delivery, governance, and long-term sustainment.
What We Do
Maritime Systems
49North delivers integrated maritime systems supporting naval operations across sensing, mission systems, command and control, training and long-term sustainment.
C4ISR & Mission Systems
49North delivers secure C4ISR and mission systems that integrate sensors, information, software and operational systems to provide decision advantage in complex environments.
Uncrewed Systems
49North integrates, operates, supports and sustains uncrewed systems for defence and security missions across demanding operational environments.
Careers
49North offers the opportunity to work on mission-critical defence programs that directly support Canada’s national security.
We are building a team of experienced professionals who value accountability, technical excellence, and disciplined execution.
