Senior PCB Design Engineer (Space Industry)

MDA Space; Stevenage; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

MDA Space is seeking a Senior PCB Design Engineer to join their dynamic team in Stevenage. This role involves designing PCB layouts for space telecommunication payloads and collaborating with engineers to ensure compliance with industry standards. Candidates should have a strong background in PCB design software and at least 5 years of relevant experience. MDA offers competitive compensation and a hybrid work model to support work-life balance.

Benefits

Private healthcare

Disability income protection

Life insurance

Pension plan

Employee assistance program

Qualifications

• Proficiency in PCB design software; Cadence Allegro and/or Siemens Xpedition.
• Strong understanding of electronic components and circuit design principles.
• Experience with design for manufacturability (DFM) and design for testability (DFT).

Responsibilities

• Design and develop PCB layouts and schematics using industry-standard software tools.
• Collaborate with hardware engineers to integrate PCBs into larger systems.
• Document design processes and maintain project records.

Skills

PCB design software proficiency

Problem-solving skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

Minimum 5 years of experience in PCB design

Tools

Cadence Allegro

Siemens Xpedition

Teamcenter

Job description

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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 3,400 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.

Are you ready to launch the next stage of your career in the new space economy? We would love to hear from you!

We’re on the hunt for a Sr. PCB Design Engineer.

MDA’s international footprint in the UK creates opportunities to work with some of the most exciting space industrial players in the country. Delivering all three business area capabilities in Geointelligence, Robotics & Space Operations, and Satellite Systems, our UK team provides support to our European-based customers while specializing in the development of advanced space sensors for exploration missions as well as space-based communication technology. As our presence grows overseas, so does our need for new ambitious team players to help us advance our place in the Universe and beyond.

Responsibilities

• Working as part of a multi-disciplinary team of engineers developing space telecommunication payloads, instruments, and sensors
• Design and develop PCB layouts and schematics using industry-standard software tools
• Collaborate with hardware engineers to integrate PCBs into larger systems
• Review and approve PCB designs for manufacturability and compliance with industry standards
• Create and maintain symbol and footprint libraries for schematic and PCB entry
• Document design processes and maintain project records
• Work with suppliers and manufacturers to ensure timely production of PCBs
  
  

Required Skills And Qualifications

• Proficiency in PCB design software; Cadence Allegro and/or Siemens Xpedition
• Knowledge of PLM tools such as Teamcenter is beneficial
• Strong understanding of electronic components and circuit design principles
• Working knowledge of PCB high-speed design and high current power distribution techniques
• Experience with design for manufacturability (DFM) and design for testability (DFT)
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
• A minimum of 5 years of experience in PCB design and development is preferred
  
  

We’re a dream team of purpose-driven, collaborative and passionate people, and we are constantly looking for others to join #TeamMDA to ignite new and innovative approaches to problem-solving that push us forward to improve life on and above Earth. If you’re excited to expand our place in space and driven to inspire the next generation, we’ll take you there.

We have entered a new era of exploration and development, and MDA welcomes all who yearn to suit up and be part of it. An equal opportunity employer prizing diversity, integrity and collaboration, we are committed to growing MDA’s leadership in this next golden age.

Comments/Special Considerations

We are required to conduct a BPSS (Baseline Personnel Security Standard) screening in which we will check your:

• Right to work: To confirm that you are entitled to take up the position as well as check your nationality and immigration status
• Identity: Full ID check
• Criminal records: Basic Disclosure
• Employment history check: Confirmation of past three years of employment (minimum) history/activity
• Reference checks
  
  

Benefits Statement

MDA Space 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; private healthcare, disability income protection, life insurance, pension plan; and an employee assistance program. We also have a Hybrid work model in place, for a better work/life balance.

Equal Opportunity Statement

MDA Space is an equal opportunity employer prizing diversity and inclusion. We are committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity. If you require assistance and/or reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please feel free to notify us.

Accommodations

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.

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering and Information Technology

• Industries

  Defense and Space Manufacturing

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