Engineering Student - Test Engineering Procedures - Winter 2027

MDA; Sainte-Anne-de-Bellevue; On-site; CAD 17,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

MDA Space in Sainte-Anne-de-Bellevue, Canada, invites students pursuing a Bachelor's in electrical or physical engineering to join a four-month internship starting January 2027, with potential extension to eight months. You will work with a multidisciplinary test team developing state-of-the-art test stations to automate production of geostationary antennas.

The role emphasizes hands-on testing, drafting procedures, and preparing performance reports, with exposure to electronics, Python, C, and

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor's degree in electrical or physical engineering with two completed years.
• Solid foundation in electromagnetism or microwaves and good programming skills.
• Self-motivated with initiative, teamwork, and willingness to improve test techniques.

Responsibilities

• Participate in the execution and setup of electronic tests and test stations.
• Execute initial version procedures and analyze improvements to be made.
• Draft and develop technical procedures and documentation templates.
• Assist test engineers in various activities and prepare performance reports.

Skills

Teamwork

Initiative

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in electrical or physical engineering

Tools

Python

C

C++

PCB design

MS Office

Job description

MDA Space (TSX: MDA) is a trusted mission partner to the global space industry, building the space between the proven and the possible. As a pioneer in robotics, satellite systems and geospatial intelligence, with a 55-year history of space firsts and more than 450 missions, MDA Space is a global leader in communications satellites, Earth and space observation, and space infrastructure and exploration. With more than 4,000 space experts in Canada, the US and the UK, MDA Space has the knowledge and know-how to turn a customer's bold vision into a deliverable mission, bringing together a unique combination of experience, technical excellence and a spirit of wonder that has been in our DNA since day one. For those who dream big and push the boundaries on Earth and in the stars to change the world for the better, we'll take you there.

The successful candidate will be treated in the same manner as a new graduate joining our company, to the extent that tasks will be assigned based on their level of education and experience acquired to date.

This is a four-month mandate (with the possibility of 8 months), starting in January 2027.

Role:

The intern will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to develop state-of-the-art test stations to automate the production of geostationary antennas or constellations. You will be part of a specialized test team to ensure that antenna performance, once in orbit, meets customer requirements and provides the communication service required for the mission.

Responsibilities:

• The candidate will participate in the execution and setup of electronic tests and test stations.
• Execute initial version procedures and analyze improvements to be made.
• The candidate will participate in drafting and developing technical procedures.
• The development of a template for the technical documentation of test steps.
• Assist test engineers in various activities.
• As a member of the test engineering team, the student will also be able to participate in the preparation of performance reports.

Minimum Required Qualifications:

• Interested candidates must be working towards a Bachelor's degree in electrical or physical engineering with relevant experience and two (2) completed years;
• The candidate must have a background in electrical or physical engineering with a solid foundation in electromagnetism or microwaves, as well as good programming skills.
• Self-motivated individual with a sense of initiative, good team coordination skills, and a taste for improving test techniques.

Assets:

• Demonstrated academic performance (good overall GPA [greater than 3.0/4.0]);
• Some experience with PCBs, electronic boards, and Python, C, C++ would be an asset;
• Knowledge of Word, Excel, PowerPoint software.
• Knowledge of French and English (dealing with suppliers and colleagues outside Quebec)

Required Experience and Skills:

• Understanding of engineering
• Resourcefulness;
• Be dynamic and rigorous;
• Desire to learn;
• Sense of initiative.

Please submit a copy of your resume and transcript when applying.

Special Considerations:

Successful candidates must obtain and hold a reliability status security clearance and successfully pass the security assessment for the Controlled Goods Program (CGP) and ITAR.

Equal Opportunity Statement:

MDA Ltd. is proud to provide accommodation measures during the recruitment process. If you wish to avail yourself of such measures, please indicate so in your application or cover letter, and we will work with you to meet your accessibility needs.