mechanical designer of space products

Macdonald, Dettwiler And Associates Corporation; Quebec; Hybrid; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

MDA Space in Montreal seeks a Mechanical Designer for Space Products to join the satellite systems team. You will work with a multidisciplinary engineering group to develop antennas and structures for state‑of‑the‑art satellites, from concept through detailed design.

Under the supervision of an experienced engineer, you will model components, integrate designs with electrical, materials, structural and thermal analyses, and support manufacturing and testing at MDA.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, or an equivalent field.
• 10+ years of experience in mechanical design.
• Proficiency with MS Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Design mechanical components of antennas, payloads, or space electronics units.
• Understand customer requirements and propose designs that meet them.
• Develop manufacturing drawings, BOMs, and review costs and schedules.

Skills

Team player

MS Word

MS PowerPoint

MS Excel

10+ years experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical/aerospace engineering

Tools

NX

Creo

Catia

Job description

MDA Space (TSX: MDA) is a trusted mission partner to the global space industry that bridges the gap between what is proven and what is possible. As a pioneer in robotics, satellite systems, and geospatial intelligence, with a 55-year history of world firsts and more than 450 missions, MDA Space is a global leader in the fields of communications satellites, Earth and space observation, and space infrastructure and exploration. The MDA Space team, which includes more than 5,500 space experts in Canada, the United States, and the United Kingdom, has the knowledge and expertise needed to transform a client’s bold vision into a feasible mission, thanks to a unique combination of experience, technical excellence and wonder—it’s been part of our DNA from day one. For those who dream big and push the boundaries on Earth and among 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 in the new space economy? We’d love to hear from you!

We’re looking for a Mechanical Designer for Space Products to join our satellite systems team at our Montreal office.

Role

As a mechanical designer of space products, you will work with a multidisciplinary engineering team to develop antennas and structures used on state‑of‑the‑art satellites. As part of one or more project teams, and under the supervision of an experienced engineer, you will be responsible for developing concepts for our custom space products for international clients. From the proposal phase through detailed design, you will define the components of mechanical assemblies to ensure that the final product meets the client’s specific needs and can withstand harsh environmental space conditions. To design the product, you will use a suite of state‑of‑the‑art software tools, such as 3D design and simulation software, to model concepts and predict product behavior. You will help develop mass‑production budgets and provide support for the manufacturing and mechanical testing of the equipment, which is typically conducted at MDA. You may also be asked to support research and development of new, high‑performance designs and to monitor international component suppliers. As a designer, you will be responsible for coordinating design‑related activities to ensure the project progresses smoothly.

Responsibilities/Duties

• Design the mechanical components of antennas, payloads, or space electronics units
• Understand customer requirements
• Propose designs that meet the requirements
• Select and design components based on the constraints to be met
• Integrate designs from the fields of electrical engineering, materials science, structural analysis, and thermal analysis into a 3D model
• Develop and review manufacturing drawings, assembly drawings, and bill of materials
• Evaluate system costs and establish schedules
• Monitor the progress of component suppliers’ activities
• Support the integration and testing of components into higher‑level assemblies (during the design and manufacturing phases)
• Develop bill of materials (BOM) budgets
• Present concepts to the client

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, or an equivalent field
• Ability to work as part of a team
• 10+ years of experience in mechanical design
• Proficiency in MS Word, MS PowerPoint, and MS Excel

Preferred Qualifications

• Bilingual (English/French) - (Work in collaboration with the staff at the Ontario headquarters.)
• Experience in mechanical design
• Knowledge of geometric tolerances and drafting standards
• Knowledge of CAD design (NX, Creo, or Catia)
• Knowledge of the aerospace industry

Special Considerations

Successful candidates must obtain and maintain a security clearance at the appropriate reliability level and pass the security assessment for the Controlled Goods Program (CGP) and ITAR.

Declaration of Benefits

MDA offers competitive compensation and benefits to its employees at all its locations. As a member of the MDA team, you and your eligible dependents can enroll in a benefits plan that provides comprehensive coverage through competitive health care options, including:

• Supplemental health care plans and flexible prescription drug plans
• Dental and vision benefits
• Disability income protection
• Life insurance
• Group retirement savings plans
• and a program to assist employees and their families

Equal Opportunity Statement

MDA Ltd. is proud to offer reasonable accommodations during the recruitment process. If you would like to request such accommodations, please indicate this in your application or cover letter, and we will work with you to meet your accessibility needs.