Intermediate Technician - Thermal (night shift)

MDA; Montreal; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

MDA is seeking an Intermediate Technician - Elect for its Montreal satellite systems team, located in Ste-Anne-de-Bellevue. The role focuses on assembling and maintaining MGSE, reading drawings, and collaborating with engineers on design issues.

Ideal candidates hold a DEC in mechanical engineering or related field, with 2–3 years of experience, fluent French, knowledge of CAD, and metrology expertise. English is an asset as reports may be prepared for the Ontario head office.

Qualifications

• DEC or equivalent in mechanical engineering, aeronautics or related field.
• 2 to 3 years of relevant experience.
• Fluent in French; English is an asset.
• Good knowledge of CAD software.
• Knowledge in metrology.

Responsibilities

• Assemble or modify MGSE from specific directives.
• Install, repair, test and maintain MGSE devices.
• Read and interpret technical drawings.
• Collaborate with engineers on MGSE design issues and parts.
• Adhere to internal procedures and safety rules.
• Perform alignment using high-precision tooling and verify with directives.

Education

DEC or equivalent in mechanical engineering, aeronautics or related field

Tools

CAD software

Job description

MDA is a trusted mission partner to the global space industry, creating the space between proven and possible. As a pioneer in robotics, satellite systems and geospatial intelligence, with a 50-year history of firsts and over 450 missions, MDA is a global leader in communications satellites, Earth and space observation, and space infrastructure and exploration. MDA's global team of more than 4,000 space experts has the knowledge and know-how to turn a customer's bold vision into a realizable mission, with a unique combination of experience, technical excellence and wonder that has been part of our DNA since day one. For those who dream big and push the limits on Earth and in the stars to change the world for the better, we'll take you there. For additional information, please visit www.mda.space.

Are you ready to take the next step in your career within the new space economy? We'd love to hear from you!

We are looking for an Intermediate Technician - Elect within our satellite systems team at our Montreal office, located in Ste-Anne-de-Bellevue.

We are a dream team of passionate, collaborative and driven people, and we are constantly looking for others to join #TeamMDA to drive new and innovative approaches to problem solving that push us to improve life on and above Earth. If you are excited to expand our place in space and want to inspire the next generation, we will take you there.

Role:

Under the direction of more experienced technicians or technical/engineering staff, the intermediate technician - Mech performs various tasks related to established methods and processes. They work from written directives or general indications on devices and systems of medium complexity.

Responsibility/Tasks:

• Assemble or modify Material Ground Support Equipment (MGSE) from specific directives.
• Perform various tasks including installation, repair, testing and maintenance of devices related to MGSE.
• Read and interpret technical drawings.
• Collaborate with engineers regarding MGSE design issues with the research and recommendation of parts or components.
• Perform work in accordance with internal procedures and in compliance with our health and safety rules.
• Perform other related duties.
• Perform alignment or adjustment using high-precision equipment of sub-assemblies or flight assemblies or tooling according to theoretical values or directives submitted by Engineering.
• Perform testing, troubleshooting and alignment of devices, sub-systems and systems.
• May be called upon to calibrate and/or characterize various tooling and/or flight components.

Schedule:

• Day training (Monday to Friday)
• Night schedule: Monday to Thursday 10:00 PM to 7:30 AM

Minimum Required Qualifications:

• DEC or equivalent in mechanical engineering, aeronautics or a related field depending on the assignment.
• A combination of other relevant experience/education could be considered.
• 2 to 3 years of relevant experience.
• Comfortable in spoken and written French. Knowledge of English is an asset (Prepares reports for the Ontario head office).
• Possesses relevant knowledge and experience depending on the assignment.
• Good knowledge of CAD software.
• Knowledge in metrology.

We are a dream team of passionate, collaborative and driven people, and we are constantly looking for others to join MDA Team to drive new and innovative approaches to problem solving that push us to improve life on and above Earth. If you are excited to expand our place in space and want to inspire the next generation, we will take you there.

We have entered a new era of exploration and development, and MDA invites anyone who wants to jump in and be part of it. As an equal opportunity employer prioritizing diversity, integrity and collaboration, we are committed to strengthening MDA's and Canada's leadership status in this new chapter.

MDA offers competitive compensation and benefits to its employees across all locations. As a member of the MDA team, you and your eligible dependents can subscribe to a benefits plan that provides a comprehensive level of protection through competitive healthcare, including: supplemental health plans and flexible drug plans, dental and vision care benefits, income protection in case of disability, life insurance, group retirement savings plans and an employee and family assistance program.

• supplemental health plans and flexible drug plans
• dental and vision care benefits
• income protection in case of disability
• life insurance
• group retirement savings plans
• an employee and family assistance program

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