Engineering Student - Digital Electronics Test Station Design - Winter 2027

MDA Space; Sainte-Anne-de-Bellevue; On-site; CAD 18,000 - 27,000; Part time

Job summary

MDA Space is seeking a motivated Digital Electronics Test Station Design Intern for a 4-month mandate starting January 2027, with a possible extension to 8 months. You will join a multi-disciplinary team to design, integrate and commission specialized test equipment for testing mixed-signal and RF electronics used in satellites and space systems.

You will collaborate with PCB designers, FPGA, Software and RF engineers to develop complex test systems and validate flight equipment, gaining

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 sessions completed of an Engineering degree and interest in electronics testing and integration.
• Understanding of electronic circuits and communication protocols.
• PCB design experience.
• Experience with laboratory instrumentation such as: Oscilloscope, Network analyzer, Spectrum analyzer, AWG.
• Good verbal and written communication skills in English and French.

Responsibilities

• Co-ordinate with the product design team with the help of a senior Test Specialist to develop test architectures and methods for verifying the performance of flight equipment.
• Aid in the design of specialized PCB assemblies for custom test equipment.
• Work with the product design team and test technicians to review data and debug test equipment and flight hardware.
• Produce technical drawings, reports and other documentation.

Skills

Electronics testing

PCB design

Lab instrumentation

Bilingual EN/FR

Education

Engineering degree

Tools

Oscilloscope

Network analyzer

Spectrum analyzer

AWG

Job description

Building the space between proven and possible, MDA Space (TSX:MDA) is a trusted mission partner to the global space industry. A robotics, satellite systems and geointelligence pioneer with a 55-year+ story of world firsts and more than 450 missions, MDA Space is a global leader in communications satellites, Earth and space observation, and space exploration and infrastructure. The MDA Space team of more than 4,000 space experts in Canada, the US and the UK has the knowledge and know-how to turn an audacious customer vision into an achievable mission – bringing to bear a one-of-a-kind mix of experience, engineering excellence and wide-eyed wonder that’s been in our DNA since day one. For those who dream big and push boundaries on the ground and in the stars to change the world for the better, we’ll take you there.

We’re on the hunt for a motivated and talented Digital Electronics Test Station Design. This is a 4 months mandate (with a possibility of 8 months) starting in January 2027.

Overall, the successful candidate would be treated similar to a new graduate joining our company, where tasks will be assigned relative to the level of schooling and experience achieved to date.

The successful candidate will collaborate with a multi-disciplinary engineering team to develop state-of-the-art spacecraft electronic equipment, DC power supplies and associated regulator circuitry using PCB technology. Contribute into the designs while supporting documentation such as some analysis, parts lists, schematics, assembly drawings and test procedures.

Role

The Digital Electronics Test Station Design Intern will be responsible for design, integration and commissioning of specialized electronic test equipment for testing mixed signal (Digital & RF) electronic products used in satellites and other space-based systems The chosen candidate will work closely with PCB designers, Digital (FPGA), Software and RF Engineers as part of a product integration team responsible for developing complex test systems and validating flight equipment. A dynamic work environment will allow for exposure to many facets of electronic product development and allow the candidate to grow in a well-rounded manner.

Responsibilities

• Co-ordinate with the product design team with the help of a senior Test Specialist to develop test architectures and methods for verifying the performance of flight equipment.
• Aid in the design of specialized PCB assemblies, for custom test equipment
• Work with the product design team and test technicians to review data and debug test equipment and flight hardware
• Produce technical drawings, reports and other documentation

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 session completed of an Engineering degree and interest in the field of electronics testing and integration
• Understanding of electronic circuits and communication protocols
• PCB design experience
• Experience with laboratory instrumentation such as:
  • Oscilloscope
  • Network analyzer (asset)
  • Spectrum analyzer (asset)
  • Arbitrary waveform generator (asset)
• Good verbal and written communication skills ideally both in English and French (Contact with customers outside Quebec).
• The ideal candidate would be a multidisciplinary, pro-active, enthusiastic, and result-oriented team player

Comments/Special Considerations

Successful candidates must obtain and pass security assessment for the Controlled Goods Program (CGP).

MDA is proud to provide accommodation(s) during the recruitment process. Should you require any accommodations, please indicate this on your application/cover letter and we will work with you to meet your accessibility needs.