Test Engineering Supervisor

MDA; Montreal (administrative region); On-site; CAD 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive benefits

Health and well-being programs

Job summary

MDA Space in Montreal is seeking a Test Engineering Supervisor to lead the testing activities for satellite system projects. You will coach a multidisciplinary team, ensure tests meet standards, and collaborate with program managers to align schedules with quality requirements.

The role requires a degree in engineering, strong leadership, advanced Excel, and experience in space hardware production. You will drive process improvements, manage resources, and act as a backup for production

Qualifications

• Degree in engineering or similar field (Bachelor's or higher).
• Advanced Excel skills are required.
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills are essential.
• Experience in a unionized environment is advantageous.
• Knowledge of space hardware production is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Directs and coaches multidisciplinary engineering teams.
• Reviews program requirements and resolves resource conflicts.
• Improves production methods and processes.
• Advises managers on resource demand and schedules.
• Manages production personnel according to the production schedule.
• Trains and develops team members and evaluates performance.
• Communicates with program planning to mitigate risks.
• Interfaces with program managers and line managers on issues.

Skills

Advanced Excel

Leadership ability

Interpersonal communication

Space hardware knowledge

Union environment experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Tools

ERP software

Job description

MDA Space (TSX : MDA) is a trusted mission partner to the global space industry, building the space between the proven and the 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, Earth and space observation, and space infrastructure and exploration. The MDA Space team of more than 5,500 space experts in Canada, the US and the UK has the knowledge and know-how to turn a customer's bold vision into a deliverable mission, through a unique combination of experience, technical excellence and a sense of wonder that has been part of our DNA from day one. For those who dream big and push boundaries on Earth and in the stars to change the world for the better, we will take you there.

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

We are looking for a Test Engineering Supervisor within our satellite systems team at our Montreal office.

As the world's leading independent commercial provider of antennas, payloads and electronics for communications satellites and radars, our team has successfully contributed to hundreds of missions over the past 60 years. With a long track record across a wide range of solutions delivered to customers worldwide, our Satellite Systems team continues to grow and evolve on the ground and in the stars.

We are a dream team of passionate, collaborative and driven individuals, and we are constantly looking for others to join #TeamMDA to drive new and innovative approaches to problem-solving that push us to improve life on and above Earth. If you are excited to expand our place in space and wish to inspire the next generation, we will lead you there.

We have entered a new era of exploration and development, and MDA invites anyone who wants to step up and be a part of it. As an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, integrity and collaboration, we are committed to strengthening MDA's and Canada's leadership status in this new chapter.

Professional development and career advancement are two terms that resonate with you. Do you have what it takes to become a Test Engineering Supervisor

If you are a natural leader and people management stimulates you. We are looking for someone capable of supervising and mentoring multidisciplinary teams to obtain optimal production results, then this position is for you. You will work with cutting-edge electronic and mechanical technologies, planning tools and ERP logic, and you will collaborate with various program managers.

Take your career in hand and move up a gear by joining our passionate and innovative team.

Role :

The Test Engineering Supervisor is responsible for the optimal conduct of testing activities and the coaching of the work team to ensure that products are tested according to standards, technical specifications and quality requirements.

Tasks:

• Directs various engineering teams
• Reviews program requirements, constraint evaluation and operational conflict resolution
• Actively works to improve working methods and processes related to production
• Advises program managers and line managers on conflicting resource demand issues
• Assigns production personnel based on the established production schedule
• Acts as a coach, trains subordinate personnel and actively participates in the development of their skills
• Acts as the primary resource person for production employees
• Monitors and accelerates the availability of resources, equipment and operations while respecting our quality standards
• Adequately communicates relevant information and works to develop the autonomy and efficient work of their team
• Performs operations supervision tasks in the context of their specified areas and with knowledge of the company's collective agreements
• In addition to supervising direct employees in their group, the candidate will provide guidance and support to the entire production team regarding tasks, programs and production management
• Communicates with program planning and control personnel to manage internal operations and mitigate risks
• Occupies an interface role and communicates with program managers and line managers regarding various issues related to received material, production or other
• May act as a replacement for the production manager in case of absence or delegation
• Occupies an interface role and communicates with line managers as needed regarding critical failures and recovery plans and may participate in senior management strategic resource initiatives in specified areas
• Ensures training and support for employees in the specified area of expertise and participates in the evaluation of their performance by evaluating their performance and recommending areas of development
• Conducts interviews with potential new employees

Elaboration, updating and implementation of processes:

• Ensure the proper application and respect of general company policies and processes by department personnel.
• Support the development and updating of department-specific policies, processes, work instructions and standards and ensure they are accessible to and respected by personnel.
• Propose and lead new initiatives, or participate in Business Process Improvement (BPI) initiatives to improve department or overall efficiency.
• Ensure that all health and safety procedures and policies are respected and maintained.

Required qualifications:

• Degree in engineering or a similar degree in an appropriate discipline, bachelor's degree or higher.
• Knowledge of the electronic and mechanical technologies involved in space hardware production is an asset.
• From 5 years to 10 years of experience in the engineering / manufacturing field.
• The candidate must have demonstrated good interpersonal, conflict resolution and leadership skills.
• Professional aspirations to manage teams of people in a dynamic environment.
• Experience or interest in developing skills in resource management, negotiations, risk management techniques and financial reporting.
• Excellent understanding of planning tools and ERP logic. Knowledge of planning, purchasing, finance and ERP system modules and understanding of the interrelation of these modules.
• Advanced Excel skills
• Advanced interpersonal communication skills
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes is an asset.
• Experience in a unionized environment.

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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 comprehensive benefits plan that provides a high level of protection through competitive healthcare, including: supplemental health care plans and flexible drug plans, dental and vision benefits, income protection in the event of disability, life insurance, group retirement savings plans and an employee and family assistance plan.

Equal opportunity statement:

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