Junior Electrical Technician - Evening Shift

MDA; Sainte-Anne-de-Bellevue; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Accommodation during recruitment

Competitive benefits package

Job summary

MDA is seeking an entry-level technician in Sainte-Anne-de-Bellevue, QC. You will assist with assembly support, calibration, and test bench tasks under supervision, following established procedures and safety rules.

Fluency in French and English is required for interactions with clients outside Quebec. You will work with our engineering and production teams to perform preventive maintenance, assist experienced technicians, and ensure equipment reliability.

Qualifications

• Education: DEC or equivalent in mechanical/electromechanical/electronic engineering.
• Experience: 0–2 years in relevant field.
• Languages: French and English proficiency for external communication.

Responsibilities

• Support production during equipment breakdowns.
• Perform preventive maintenance operations.
• Assist more experienced technicians.
• Follow internal procedures and OH&S rules.
• Perform tests under supervision by engineering or senior staff.

Skills

French & English

Education

DEC or equivalent in mechanical/electromechanical/electronic engineering

Tools

PLC knowledge

Testing equipment

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 55-year history of firsts and over 450 missions, MDA is a global leader in communications, 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 deliverable mission, driven by a unique mix of experience, technical excellence and wonder that has been in our DNA since day one. For those who dream big and push boundaries on Earth and in the stars to change the world for the better, we’ll take you there. For more information, visit www.mda.space.

Role

This is a continuous training level. May require supervision from more experienced technicians or technical staff to perform assembly, modification, or simple test bench validation tasks. May be required to test simple electronic assemblies, passive or active telecommunications equipment, and chamber monitoring on more complex equipment. Must demonstrate initiative and progress within well-defined routine tasks.

Responsibilities/Duties

• Support production during equipment breakdowns to minimize operational impact.
• Perform preventive maintenance operations.
• Assist more experienced technicians or technologists.
• Perform work in accordance with internal procedures and in compliance with our occupational health and safety rules.
• Perform other related tasks.

Assignment Tasks

Must be able to assist in performing the tests below under the supervision of engineering or a more experienced technician, depending on the assignment:

Calibration

• Basic knowledge of the discipline and some experience in metrology.
• Perform calibration, modifications/repairs, and precision measurements on equipment.

Maintenance

• Basic knowledge of the discipline and some experience in maintaining tooling, devices with programmable logic controllers, and containing mechanical elements.

Minimum Required Qualifications

• Education: DEC or equivalent in mechanical, electromechanical, electrotechnical, electronic engineering, or a related field depending on the assignment.
• Experience: 0 to 2 years of relevant experience.
• Language Proficiency Level: Comfortable in spoken and written French and English. (Contact with clients outside Quebec).

Special Considerations

• Successful candidates must obtain and hold a Level II (SECRET) security clearance and successfully pass the Controlled Goods Program (CGP) security assessment.
• Successful candidates must obtain and hold a Reliability Status security clearance and successfully pass the Controlled Goods Program (CGP) security assessment.

We are a dream team of passionate, collaborative, and driven people, and we are constantly looking for others to join #TeamMDA in sparking new and innovative approaches to problem-solving that push us to improve life on and above Earth. If you are excited about expanding our place in space and wish 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 valuing 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 its locations. As a member of the MDA team, you and your eligible dependents can enroll in a benefits program that provides a comprehensive level of protection through competitive healthcare, including: supplemental healthcare and flexible prescription drug plans, dental and vision care benefits, disability income protection, life insurance, group retirement savings plans, and an employee and family assistance program.

• competitive healthcare, including: supplemental healthcare and flexible prescription drug plans, dental and vision care benefits, disability income protection, life insurance, group retirement savings plans, and 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, and we will collaborate with you to meet your accessibility needs.