Engineering Student, Systems Design (Project Engineering) - Fall 2025

Macdonald, Dettwiler And Associates Corporation; Brampton; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the space industry is seeking an Engineering Student for a 12-month internship in Brampton. The role involves collaborating on robotic projects and contributing to departmental process improvements. Candidates must be enrolled in a relevant Bachelor's program and possess strong mathematical and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in a Bachelor's program with at least three years completed.
• Must be part of the university’s official internship program.

Responsibilities

• Project planning and scheduling.
• Monitoring project costs.
• Managing risks using risk management tools.

Skills

Mathematical Skills

System Design

Communication

Education

Bachelor's program in Aerospace, Electrical, Mechanical, Systems, Engineering Physics, Computer Engineering, Applied Mathematics, or Physics

Job description

Engineering Student, Systems Design (Project Engineering) - Fall 2025

Job Category: Engineering

Requisition Number: ENGIN009321

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• Posted: May 14, 2025
• Full-Time

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MDA Space (TSX:MDA) is a leader in the global space industry, with expertise in robotics, satellite systems, and geointelligence. With over 55 years of innovation and more than 450 missions, we specialize in communications satellites, Earth and space observation, and space exploration infrastructure.

Our team of over 3,400 space professionals across Canada, the US, and the UK is dedicated to turning visionary ideas into reality through engineering excellence and experience. We invite you to join us and contribute to groundbreaking space projects.

With 40 years of operational experience, including the Canadarm programs supporting Space Shuttle and International Space Station, our Robotics & Space Operations team has achieved 100% mission success.

Details:

We are seeking an Engineering Student, Systems Design (Project Engineering) at our Brampton office. The role is a 12-month internship starting in September 2025. The successful candidate will be treated similarly to a new graduate, with tasks assigned based on their education and experience.

As an Engineering Student, you will collaborate with senior program managers and project engineers on space and planetary exploration robotic projects, as well as departmental process improvements.

Responsibilities:

1. Project planning and scheduling
2. Monitoring project costs
3. Managing risks using our risk management tools
4. Communicating with engineers across functions
5. Supporting engineering team activities
6. Documenting work and participating in technical discussions

Qualifications:

• Enrolled in a Bachelor's program in Aerospace, Electrical, Mechanical, Systems, Engineering Physics, Computer Engineering, Applied Mathematics, or Physics, with at least three (3) years completed
• Must be part of your university’s official internship program
• Include your transcript with your application
• Management minor is an asset
• Strong mathematical skills and experience in system design and modeling
• Ability to work independently and in a team
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Additional Considerations:

Successful candidates must obtain and maintain security clearance at the reliability status level and pass assessments for the Controlled Goods Program (CGP).

We provide accommodations during the recruitment process. Please indicate any needs in your application or cover letter.

The hourly compensation range is $24 - $27, based on qualifications and experience.