Eng - MTS - Guidance Nav & Control - Simulators

For those who dream of advancing our space in the Universe and on Earth, we’ll take you there.

Serving the world from our Canadian home and our global offices, MDA is an international space mission partner and robotics & space operations, satellite systems and Geointelligence pioneer with a 50-year story of firsts on and above the Earth. Today, we're leading the charge towards viable Moon colonies, enhanced Earth observation, communication in a hyper-connected world, and more.

We’re fueled by a pioneering spirit that carries us beyond. And together we enable highly skilled people to continually push boundaries and tackle big challenges requiring solutions that endure and inspire.

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

The Position

We’re on the hunt for an Engineer – Control Systems on our Robotics & Space Operations team at our Brampton office.

With 40 years of operational experience and proven performance on the iconic Canadarm programs including Space Shuttle and International Space Station robotics and operations support, our Robotics & Space Operations team has 100% mission success in making space dreams come true.

As our Engineer – Control Systems, you will work in the Logistics & Sustaining Engineering (L&SE) program (to support On-Orbit Space Station activities), and/or Gateway External Robotics System, and/or R&D activities.

Responsibilities:

The daily duties will include:

1. Performing simulation runs to validate mathematical models, new parameters, and control algorithms
2. Troubleshooting of robotics control algorithms with on-orbit telemetry data and ground test data
3. Mathematical modelling of complex multibody rigid/flexible robotic systems and their interaction with the environment using in-house developed simulators
4. Use of MATLAB/Simulink, C++, or other software languages to analyze robotic system performance
5. Tuning of the control system parameters of the manipulators to meet the performance and stability objectives required for the on-orbit tasks
6. Developing state-of-the-art simulation tools, which may include computer vision algorithms and AI/Machine Learning technologies
7. Assuming technical ownership of simulation tools to ensure that they are properly version controlled, validated, and documented
8. Presenting analysis results to Technical Leads, Program management, Canadian Space Agency, European Space Agency and NASA
9. Contributing to technology development (R&D activities) and to the Front End of the Business

 Requirements:

• Interested candidate must demonstrate to have hands-on experience on designing and implementing simulators using MATLAB/Simulink, C++, or other software languages
• The candidate should possess a Master’s degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, Electrical, or Systems Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, or Applied Mathematics
• The candidate should have 8 years of hands-on experience in advanced control and dynamic modelling of multi-DOF manipulators and algorithm implementation
• The candidate should understand the product development cycle process, including analysis and design, development technologies and tools and technologies, version control, and testing methodologies
• Previous experience with a customer-facing position, handling design requirements, test acceptance, and verification is an asset. Working for a government customer like NASA or CSA is a plus
• The candidate should be able to effectively work on numerous projects and tasks at a time, while meeting reasonable deadlines
• The candidate must have demonstrated the ability to work in a team environment

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 and Canada’s leadership in this next golden age.

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

MDA 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; extended healthcare and flexible drug plans, dental and vision benefits, disability income protection, life insurance, group retirement savings plans; and an employee and family assistance program.

MDA 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.

COVID-19 Hiring Update: Strengthening our workforce is more important than ever to meet our customers’ mission-critical needs. We are continuing to hire many talented people, and we are closely monitoring COVID-19 to ensure safe hiring practices are used. This includes limiting onsite candidate interviews and prioritizing video interviews.

 

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