Contracts Administrator

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!

We’re on the hunt for a Contracts Administrator on our Satellite systems team at our Montreal office.

As the leading global independent commercial supplier of antennas, payloads, and electronics for communication and radar satellites, our team has successfully contributed to hundreds of missions in the past 60 years. With an extensive heritage in a wide range of solutions delivered to customers globally, our Satellite Systems team continues to grow and evolve on the ground and in the stars.

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.

 

Role: 

The Contracts Administrator is responsible for the preparation and review of contractual documentation, including amendments and changes, in accordance with corporate guidelines and established approval processes. The Contracts Administrator may be required to provide contractual support to senior contracts/export control staff.  

 

Specific Tasks: 

1. Ensures contract review, approval and execution in accordance with corporate guidelines and procedures.
2. Prepares and administers correspondence and contract documentation to ensure timely and coordinated submittal, including prioritizing requests.
3. Drafts standard form contract agreements and related documentation in accordance with established contract policies and procedures.
4. Oversees all contractual matters associated with pre-assigned programs and subcontracts and seeks guidance from senior staff as required for the drafting and review of non-standard contracts.
5. Assists the manager with the preparation of the statement of compliance in accordance to the terms and conditions provided by potential customers.
6. Prepares, organizes and maintains contract records and files documenting contract performance and compliance.
7. Conducts legal research activities and other related support as required.
8. Communicates contract policies and practices to internal teams.
9. Analyses contract requirements, special provisions, terms and conditions to ensure compliance with appropriate laws, regulations and corporate policies.
10. Provides support to Senior Contracts Specialists in working with internal or external project teams on issues and developments relative to assigned contracts.

 

Work experience requirement: 

• Minimum 2 years of experience as a Contracts Administrator, or in a similar function.
• Previous experience with negotiations
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in French and English.
• Self-motivated with good interpersonal skills.
• Is a team player and demonstrates a high level of integrity.
• Strong organizational, analytical and decision making skills.
• Results oriented and exhibits excellent critical thinking.

 

Education requirements: 

University degree in business or law. 

 

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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) and ITAR.

 

Benefits statement:

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.

 

Equal opportunity statement:

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.