Quality Assurance Auditor

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 Position:

The quality assurance auditor is accountable as the internal auditor for any certification/qualifications maintained by the company. 

Job Requirements:

• Prepares and conducts audit training for all QA roles (successful trainees may be delegated tasks as defined below)
• Prepare audit plan and schedule audits
• Internal Auditor: Compiles audit checklists, performs and/or directs internal audits and process confirmation checks.
• Populates NCR system with findings and tracks/reports status to closure. QA may act as MRB Chair on audit NCRs (only).
• Prepare and compile audit reports.
• Monitor and follow up outstanding actions to ensure proper and timely closure of non-conformances found as a result of audits.
• Supplier Auditor: Compiles audit checklists; performs and/or directs supplier in-house audits. Prepares and maintains detailed reports and identifies any findings against suppliers.

Job Required Skills/Abilities:

• External auditor certification must be maintained for this role
• Graduation from an Institute of Technology or equivalent with courses in subjects related to manufacturing and quality techniques, applicable to Aerospace and/or manufacturing industry.
• Should have ten years’ experience in the Quality Assurance field as applicable to auditing as per AS9100/ISO9001. 
• Must take ownership and accountability for the execution of quality processes
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills using data and reports
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite
• Meticulous records maintenance skills
• Must be able to follow process and identify gaps
• Able to build and maintain lasting relationship with other departments

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.

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.

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.

Salary:

The compensation for this position is $111,780.24 annually.