Configuration Management Coordinator (CADM Technician)

Macdonald, Dettwiler And Associates Corporation; Richmond; Hybrid; CAD 60 000 - 75 000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Configuration Management Coordinator to join their dynamic team. This role involves defining and implementing configuration management principles for both software and hardware systems, ensuring effective strategies are in place to support product development and integration. You will collaborate with engineers and managers, authoring plans and establishing baselines for deliverable items. The company is committed to innovation in the global space industry, offering competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits plan to support your well-being. If you are passionate about technology and thrive in a collaborative environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Health care plans

Dental and vision benefits

Disability income protection

Life insurance

Group retirement savings plans

Employee assistance program

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in software, CM, or hardware/systems engineering.
• Familiarity with CM tools and internationally recognized CM Standards.

Responsibilities

• Define and implement configuration management principles for products and systems.
• Drive configuration management strategies for software and hardware design.

Skills

Configuration Management

Software Engineering

Hardware Engineering

Analytical Skills

Problem Solving

Education

Diploma in Applied Science or Engineering Technology

CM-II or equivalent certification

Tools

GIT

JIRA

Subversion

AGILE

FileHold

SharePoint

Job description

Job Category: Engineering

Requisition Number: CONFI008814

Posted: March 26, 2025

Employment Type: Full-Time

Work Arrangement: Hybrid

Locations

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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 3,000 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.

The Role:

The Configuration Management Coordinator (CMC) reports to the Director, Quality Assurance and resides within the Configuration and Data Management (CADM) team within the Quality organization of Geointelligence, a Business Area of MDA Space. The CMC is responsible for defining and implementing configuration management principles to products and systems and supporting the provision of customer products and services.

Job Responsibilities:

• Work with Engineers, Managers and Subject Matter Experts to drive and build configuration management strategies for software and/or hardware design, development, assembly and integration.
• Author CM plans describing the approach to performing CM activities for a given project/product in alignment with contractual and other relevant requirements.
• Establish configuration baselines for all deliverable software and hardware items at varying levels of scale: from a small subsystem module to large complex system-of-systems.
• Maintain changes in configuration item disposition, location, status, etc. in a manner allowing for subsequent reporting and effective decision making.
• Maintain changes in externally referenced or provided items including customer- or Government-furnished equipment and/or information (e.g. algorithms of third-party origin).
• Perform necessary analytics and generate reports that list point-in-time differences relative to a prior baseline. For example, produce as-built configuration status reports for deliverable systems including identifying differences from the as-designed baseline.
• Conduct functional and/or physical configuration audits of MDA and subcontractor configuration items and deliverables as required and in accordance with the corresponding plan.
• Administrate and provide front-line engineering end-user support to software code libraries and source code management tools.
• Administrate document and product-lifecycle-management tools.
• Support Quality Assurance process audits of the CM function.

Job Requirements (experience/skills):

• A two- or three-year accredited diploma or certificate program in an applied science or engineering technology discipline is required (or equivalent experience). CM-II or equivalent certification is considered an asset.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in the software, CM, or hardware/systems engineering field is preferred. Sound working knowledge of hardware/software engineering practices.
• Familiarity with software CM tools is required; administrator-level familiarity with GIT, JIRA, Subversion, AGILE, FileHold, or SharePoint systems is considered an asset.
• Familiarity with internationally recognized CM Standards (MIL-STD-973, IEEE-488, ISO 10007) is an asset. Prior experience working within a certified quality management system (e.g. ISO 9001) is preferred.
• Familiarity with CM change processes for software, drawings, documentation, and hardware.
• Experience working in the Windows operating system is required; familiarity with Linux is an asset.
• Experience in CM/Engineering within the Government and/or military or aerospace industries is highly desirable.

Comments/Special Considerations:

Successful candidates must obtain and hold security clearance at the reliability status level, and pass security assessment for the Controlled Goods Program (CGP). Upgrade to Secret status level is also expected.

Benefits Statement:

MDA Space offers competitive compensation and benefits to its employees at all of its locations. As a member of the MDA Space team, you and your eligible dependents can enroll in a benefits plan that provides a comprehensive level of protection through competitive health care, including: health care plans supplemental and flexible drug plans, dental and vision benefits, disability income protection, life insurance, group retirement savings plans and an employee assistance program.

Equal Opportunity Statement:

MDA Space is an equal opportunity employer with a strong focus on diversity and inclusion. We are committed to treating all employees and candidates with respect and dignity. If you require assistance or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruitment process, please let us know.

Compensation Range: The compensation range for this position is $60,000 - $75,000 annually. The specific compensation offered will be based on the qualifications and experience of the successful candidate.