Test Engineer - Payload, Platform and Spacecraft

MDA Space; Sainte-Anne-de-Bellevue; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care plan

Prescription drug coverage

Dental and vision benefits

Disability income protection

Life insurance

Retirement savings plans

Employee assistance program

Job summary

MDA Space is seeking a Test Engineer for its satellite systems team based in Montreal. You will join a multidisciplinary group to develop state-of-the-art test stations that automate the production of geostationary antennas or constellation systems, ensuring performance meets customer requirements for in-orbit operation.

The role emphasizes collaboration with design teams, defining test methods, and developing automated RF testing solutions, including test software and data processing, with

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or physics is required.
• Solid foundation in electromagnetism or microwave theory with strong programming skills.
• 2 years of related experience.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the design team to define test approaches and methods.
• Analyze test requirements and define test methods and data processing approaches.
• Draft test plans, procedures, and reports.
• Develop software applications and automated test procedures for RF measurements.
• Code and validate test sequences.
• Coordinate and monitor test activities and the technical team.

Skills

Programming skills

Team coordination

French language

Education

Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or physics

Job description

MDA Space (TSX: MDA) is a trusted mission partner to the global space industry, bridging 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 communications satellites, Earth and space observation, and space infrastructure and exploration. The MDA Space team, comprising more than 4,000 space experts in Canada, the United States, and the United Kingdom, possesses 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 a sense of wonder that has been part of our DNA since day one.

We are looking for a Test Engineer to join our satellite systems team at our Montreal office.

The test engineer will work 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 test team to ensure that once in orbit, antenna performance meets customer requirements and delivers the communications service required for the mission.

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 antennas or constellations. You will be part of a specialized test team tasked with ensuring that the performance of the antennas, once in orbit, meets customer requirements and enables the provision of the communication services required for the mission.

• Duties and Responsibilities:
• Liaise with the design team
• Analyze test requirements
• Define test methods and techniques
• Define test equipment and test data processing methods
• Draft test plans, procedures, and reports
• Develop software applications and automated test procedures for RF measurements
• Code and validate test sequences
• Monitoring tests and providing operational support according to the required specialty:
• RF in PIM, Near-Field, or Compact Test Range
• RF in Active Electronics, Burn-In
• Power in Electronic Power Converters
• Metrology in Flight Unit Alignment
• Mechanical in Thermal Testing
• Planning and coordinating test activities and the technical team.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in electrical engineering or physics.
• The candidate must have a background in electrical engineering or physics with a solid foundation in electromagnetism or microwave theory, as well as strong programming skills.
• 2 years of experience
• A motivated individual with a sense of initiative, strong team coordination skills, and a passion for improving testing techniques.
• Good oral and written French skills

Comments/Special Considerations

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

Benefits Statement

MDA offers competitive compensation and benefits to its employees at all 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, including: flexible supplemental health care and prescription 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 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.