Junior Electronics Validation and Test Engineer/Designer

Macdonald, Dettwiler And Associates Corporation; Quebec; Hybrid; CAD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

MDA Space in Sainte-Anne-de-Bellevue, QC is seeking a Junior Electronics Validation and Test Engineer/Designer to support design, integration and commissioning of specialized electronic test equipment for testing mixed signal (Digital & RF) products used in satellites and space-based systems.

You will work with PCB designers, Digital (FPGA), Software and RF designers within a product integration team to develop complex test systems and validate flight equipment, while gaining exposure to

Qualifications

• Engineering degree with interest in testing electronic systems, high-speed digital communications (20 GHz+), and RF communications.
• 0–2 years experience in electronics or related field.
• Knowledgeable in test automation and scripting.
• MATLAB and Python proficiency.
• Familiarity with CI/CD frameworks and pipelines (Jenkins) is an asset.
• Good knowledge of RS-485/422/232, SpaceWire, Gigabit Ethernet, SerDes and other serial interfaces.
• Understanding of analog and digital circuit design; able to troubleshoot hardware issues.
• Experience with lab equipment (oscilloscope, spectrum analyzer, network analyzer) and test processes (thermal, vacuum, EMI) is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Actively participate in the design of complex test setups and electrical ground support equipment.
• Understand test and validation requirements and make recommendations to improve efficiency.
• Write and execute test plans for space-flight electronics qualification.
• Recommend test solutions including custom racks, HIL systems, and cabling setups.
• Support development of embedded systems and pilot their integration into test systems.
• Develop framework for automation of test sequences and support implementation.
• Review test data with product design team and produce compliance matrices.
• Support, troubleshoot and debug test equipment and flight hardware.
• Develop experimental techniques to drive product technology development.
• Participate in test-readiness reviews for internal and external stakeholders.

Skills

Test automation

MATLAB

Python

Jenkins

RS-485

RS-422

RS-232

SpaceWire

Gigabit Ethernet

Education

Engineering degree

Tools

CI/CD (Jenkins)

Job description

Junior Electronics Validation and Test Engineer/Designer

Job Category: Engineering

• Posted : September 16, 2026
• Full-Time

Locations

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Sainte-Anne-de-Bellevue, QC H9X3R2, CAN

Description

About MDA Space:

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 4000 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.

Role:

The Junior Electronics Validation and Test Engineer/Designer will support 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 designers 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 excel in a well-rounded manner.

Responsibilities

• Actively participate in the design of complex test setups and electrical ground support equipment
• Understand test and validation requirements and make recommendations to the team lead to improve efficiency
• Write and execute test plans for space-flight electronics qualification
• Recommend the test solutions including custom racks, HIL systems, TVAC testing and instrumentation, cabling setups, custom test fixture and related apparatuses.
• Support development of embedded systems, FPGAs and Microcontrollers and pilot the integration of such in the test system
• Develop framework for automation of test sequences and support implementation
• Work with the product design team and test professionals to review test data and produce compliance matrix.
• Support, troubleshoot and debug test equipment and flight hardware
• Develop experimental techniques necessary to drive product technology development
• Participate in the preparation and implementation of test-readiness reviews for both internal and external stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Engineering degree and interest in testing electronic systems, high-speed digital communications (20 GHz+), and RF communications
• 0 - 2 years experience
• Knowledgeable in test automation and scripting
• Knowledge/experience with MATLAB & Python
• Familiarity with CI/CD framework and pipelines (Jenkins) is an asset
• Good knowledge of various protocols such as RS-485/422/232, I2C, MIL-STD-1553, SpaceWire, IEEE802.3, Gigabit Ethernet, SerDes and other serial interfaces and peripherals is an asset.
• Understanding of analog and digital circuit design. Able to identify, troubleshoot and resolve hardware irregularities. Ability to interpret electrical schematics.
• Experience with laboratory instrumentation such as oscilloscope, network analyzer, spectrum analyzer, arbitrary waveform generator, SPI bus analyzer, JTAG interface, etc.
• Experience with test processes such as thermal, vacuum, shock, vibration, dynamic burn-in, life-cycle, EMI, etc. is an asset
• Strong planning, organizational, and communication skills.
• The ideal candidate would be a multidisciplinary, pro-active, enthusiastic, and a result-oriented team player

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Comments/Special Considerations:

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

Benefits statement:

MDA provides competitive compensation and benefits packages for its employees at all locations. As a team member of MDA, you and your qualified dependents are eligible to participate in a benefit plan that ensures a comprehensive level of protection through competitive health care including; extended healthcare and flexible drug plans, dental and vision benefits, disability income protection, life insurance, group retirement savings plans; and an employee and family assistance program.

Equal opportunity statement:

MDA Ltd. 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.