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How much do remote innovation jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 25, 2026, the average yearly pay for remote innovation in Portland, OR is $134,717.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $115,600.00 and $152,200.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a remote innovation?

A Remote Innovation job focuses on developing new ideas, processes, or products while working remotely. Professionals in this role collaborate with teams across different locations to drive creativity, problem-solving, and digital transformation. They often use virtual tools to brainstorm, prototype, and implement innovative solutions. Common positions include innovation managers, design thinkers, and R&D specialists.

What are some common challenges faced by professionals in remote innovation roles?

Professionals in Remote Innovation positions often face challenges related to collaborating across time zones, maintaining clear communication, and building team cohesion without in-person interactions. Navigating idea generation and brainstorming sessions virtually can require additional effort and engagement strategies. However, leveraging digital collaboration tools and structured innovation processes can help overcome these obstacles and foster creativity. Employers typically provide training and resources to support remote team integration and workflow. With proactive communication and adaptability, these challenges can transform into opportunities for developing flexible, globally minded solutions.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the remote innovation position, and why are they important?

To thrive in a Remote Innovation role, you need expertise in creative problem-solving, project management, and a background in business or technology-related fields. Familiarity with collaboration platforms (like Slack, Miro, or Trello), innovation frameworks (such as Design Thinking), and sometimes certifications in innovation management are highly valued. Exceptional communication, adaptability, and self-motivation are crucial soft skills, enabling effective teamwork and independent productivity in a remote setting. These skills ensure that innovative ideas are generated, refined, and implemented efficiently within distributed teams.

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Infographic showing various Remote Innovation job openings in Portland, OR as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 69% Full Time, 23% Part Time, 4% Temporary, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 100% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $134,717 per year, or $64.8 per hour.

Innovation and Integrated Solutions Architect

Portland, OR • Remote


Curtisswright
Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing • 5 - 10K employees

8.4

Company rating: 8.4 out of 10

Based on 36 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

98th of 495 rated machine equipment manufacturers

People enjoy working here

Good employer

Paid breaks


$144K - $185K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Retirement, PTO

Posted 18 days ago


Job description

Innovation and Integrated Solutions Architect

This role, part of PacStar's Innovation and Integrated Solutions team, focuses on advancing product capabilities and bridging current and future solutions. Responsibilities include defining, leading, and coordinating innovation projects to enhance tactical communications and achieve market leadership in DoD and Federal Agencies.

Reporting to the Chief Architect, this position collaborates with engineering, business development, sales, marketing, and stakeholders to shape partnerships, develop go-to-market strategies, and address new customer needs.

Location: Remote - U.S

Salary Range: $144,100 - 185,000 per year plus bonus

Please note that the salary range information provided is a general guideline only, reflecting a position based in Oregon. Criteria such as the candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, the scope of the specific position, as well as market and business considerations will be evaluated when extending an offer.

We Take Care of Our People:

Paid Time Off I 401K with Employer Match and Profit Sharing I Health and Wellness Benefits I Learning and Development Opportunities I Referral Program I Competitive Pay I Recognition I Employee Stock Purchase PlanI Inclusive & Supportive Culture

Your Challenge:

  • Partner with team members to develop high-level systems analysis, evaluation, integration, documentation, and implementation of complex solutions that require a thorough knowledge of operational, administrative, and technical skills

  • Integration and troubleshooting of 3rd party hardware, software, and networking technology for PacStar products

  • Develop and implement procedures for configuration and testing of systems

  • Produce and support integrated systems for Marketing, Sales, and End Customers

  • Ability to write and create documents and procedures for internal and external users

  • Responsible for quality levels maintained in PacStar products

  • Leadership as technology representative at events that require physical attendance

  • Other duties as assigned

What You Bring:

  • US Citizenship Required

  • 15+ years in military and/or STEM field (i.e. information technology, communication engineering, electronics, etc.)

  • Travel up to 50% in support of customers is required

  • Ability to present complex technology to technical and non-technical audiences

  • Experience with PC hardware and troubleshooting

  • Hands-On experience with IP networking and networking devices (Switches, Routers, Firewalls, etc.)

  • Experience with multiple network equipment vendors (Cisco, Juniper, Palo Alto, Riverbed, Aruba, Ruckus, etc.) strongly desired

  • Experience with VMware vSphere (ESXi) strongly desired

  • Experience with Linux strongly desired

  • Experience with network management applications such as SolarWinds, SNMPc, Nagios, etc. is a plus

  • Strong written and verbal communication skills

  • Independent professional that can perform job assignment with limited supervision

  • Ability to lift and carry 35 pounds of test equipment at least 40 feet

  • Accuracy and attention to detail is a must

  • Must be able to self-organize workloads and manage all deadlines

Who We Are:

Our Values

Environmental, Social and Governance

Pacific Star Communications, a Curtiss-Wright company, designs, manufactures and integrates hardware and software systems that enable rapid deployment of enterprise-class communications anywhere in the world. Intuitive and wizard-based, IQ-Core Software simplifies setup and enables management of these complex deployed networks by users with limited training. Our systems are used in mission-critical environments including military and disaster recovery - that demand the highest possible levels of quality. Innovation, creativity, and quality are built into our DNA here at PacStar and we look for the same in our employees. In return, we offer a rewarding environment in which our employees can thrive.

#LI-YH1 #LI-REMOTE

No unsolicited agency submittals please. Agency partners must be invited to participate in a search by our Talent Acquisition Team and have signed terms in place prior to any submittal. Resumes submitted directly to any Curtiss-Wright employee or affiliate will not qualify for fee payment, and therefore become the property of Curtiss-Wright.

Compliance Statement

This position may require exposure to export-controlled information and subject to additional security screening. In the event information provided during the security screening reveals ineligibility to access export-controlled information, any offer of employment may be reconsidered or withdrawn.

Curtiss-Wright is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability, age, ancestry, legally protected medical condition, family care status, marital status, religion, veteran status, national origin, or any other legally protected status. If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please contactTalent Acquisition.

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If you require accommodation due to a disability at any time during the recruitment and/or assessment process, please contact Talent Acquisition and we will make all reasonable efforts to accommodate your request.


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About Curtiss-Wright

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Curtiss-Wright Actuation Division designs, manufactures and supports electro-mechanical actuation products and systems for use in demanding applications in Aerospace, Defense and Industrial Automation markets. Our market leading solutions help improve the reliability, efficiency and performance of our customers' operations and platforms, as well as reducing their environmental impact with energy efficient electro-mechanical designs and technology. For the Aerospace market, we supply actuation systems for flight control, landing gear, utility and other applications on both commercial and military aircraft. In Ground & Naval Defense markets, we support a wide array of applications ranging from door assist, ramp and hatch actuation, weapons handling systems, radar and launch platform actuation, and robotic (AUV/ROV) actuation. In Industrial Automation, our Exlar® actuators are globally recognized as a leading brand offering high power density, precision and reliability for machine/process applications in automotive, food & beverage, oil & gas, robotics, entertainment and many other industries.

Industry

Computer and electronic product manufacturing

Company size

5,001 - 10,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Davidson, NC, US

Year founded

1929

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