Junior Technologist - mechanical

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.

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 Junior Technologist - mechanical 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:

This is a junior level position in the Mechanical Production group. The junior technologist will be responsible to suggest procedures related to production and support the Manufacturing department during the assembly phase. This position requires supervision from superior level positions.

 

Tasks:

• Suggest assembly procedures for mechanical components of simple complexity.
• Write Routing Slips according to the approved processes in effect for the assemblies/parts under his control.
• Transfer Routing Slips into work orders and track them during production.
• Ensure traceability is captured in the work order during the production phase.
• Maintain production schedule by identifying variances and proposing contingency plans.
• Assist assemblers by performing detailed reviews during production (production milestones, final verification).
• Integrate non-conformance rework procedures (NCR, DIN, SNAG, DR, TNR, ECN) into work orders and follow up as required.
• Assist senior technologists in their duties by supporting ongoing project activities.
• Collaborate in maintaining the efficiency of the production laboratories and suggest improvements.
• Make sure that the work is performed according to internal procedures and in compliance with our occupational health and safety regulations.
• Performs other discipline related duties.

 

Required Qualifications:

• Diploma of college studies in Mechanical Technology or the equivalent.
• 2 to 3 years of relevant experience.
• Knowledge of production techniques and mechanical assembly processes.
• Basic knowledge of mechanical assembly tools, manufacturing processes and machining tools.
• Knowledge of Microsoft software and one ERP database
• Fluent in both oral and written French. Knowledge of English is an asset.

 

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.