Junior Test Engineer - Digital

MDA; Montreal; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

MDA Space in Montreal is seeking a Junior Test Engineer to join the satellite systems team. You will help develop state-of-the-art test stations to automate production of antennas and ensure in-orbit performance meets customer requirements.

You will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, apply electromagnetism and microwave fundamentals, and contribute to test planning, data processing, and validation efforts. French language proficiency is required.

Qualifications

• B.Sc. or equivalent in electrical or physical engineering.
• Strong foundation in electromagnetism or microwaves and good programming skills.
• 2 years of experience.
• Self-motivated with initiative and good teamwork.
• Proficient in oral and written French.

Responsibilities

• Interface with the design team.
• Analyze test requirements.
• Define test methods and techniques.
• Define test equipment and data processing methods.
• Draft test plans, procedures, and reports.
• Develop software applications and automatic RF test procedures.
• Code and validate test sequences.
• Monitor tests and support operations across specialties: RF in PIM, Nearfield, or Compact Test Range; RF in Active Electronics, Burn-In; Power in Power Electronic Converter; Metrology in Flight Unit Alignment; Mechanical in thermal tests.
• Plan and coordinate test activities and the technician team.

Skills

Electrical engineering

Programming

French language

Education

B.Sc. or equivalent in electrical or physical engineering

Job description

MDA Space (TSX: MDA) is a trusted mission partner to the global space industry, building 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 Space is a global leader in communications satellites, Earth and space observation, and space infrastructure and exploration. The MDA Space team of over 4,000 space experts in Canada, the US, and the UK has the knowledge and know-how to turn a customer's bold vision into a realizable mission, through a unique combination of experience, technical excellence, and the sense of 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.

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

We are looking for a Junior Test Engineer within our satellite systems team at our Montreal office.

Role:

The Junior Test Engineer will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to develop state-of-the-art test stations to automate the production of geostationary or constellation antennas. You will be part of a specialized testing team to ensure that antenna performance once in orbit complies with customer requirements and delivers the communication service required for the mission.

Tasks and responsibilities:

• Interface with the design team
• Analysis of test requirements
• Definition of test methods and techniques
• Definition of test equipment and test data processing methods
• Drafting of test plans, procedures, and reports
• Development of software applications and automatic RF test and measurement procedures
• Coding and validation of test sequences
• Monitoring of tests and support to operations according to the required specialty:
  • RF in PIM, Nearfield, or Compact Test Range
  • RF in Active Electronics, Burn-In
  • Power in Power Electronic Converter
  • Metrology in Flight Unit Alignment
  • Mechanical in thermal tests
• Planning and coordination of test activities and the technician team.

Minimum required qualifications:

• B.Sc. or equivalent in electrical or physical engineering.
• The candidate must have a background in electrical or physical engineering with a strong foundation in electromagnetism or microwaves as well as good programming skills.
• 2 years of experience
• Self-motivated person with a sense of initiative, good team coordination skills, and a taste for improving testing techniques.
• Good knowledge of oral and written French

Comments/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.

Benefits Statement:

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 enroll in a benefits plan that provides a comprehensive level of protection through competitive healthcare, including: supplemental healthcare and flexible drug plans, dental and vision benefits, income protection in case of disability, life insurance, group savings plans, and an employee and family assistance program.

Equal Opportunity Statement:

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