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 are looking for a Junior Technologist - Mechanical within our Satellite Systems team at our Montreal office.

As the world's leading independent commercial supplier of antennas, payloads and electronics for communications satellites and radars, our team has successfully contributed to hundreds of missions over the past 60 years. With extensive experience in a wide range of solutions delivered to customers around the world, our satellite systems team continues to grow and evolve on the ground and in the stars.

We are a dream team of passionate, collaborative and determined people, and we are constantly looking for others to join the #ÉquipeMDA to inspire new and innovative approaches to solving the problems that drive us to improve life on and above the Earth. If you're excited to expand our place in space and want to inspire the next generation, we'll get you there.

We have entered a new era of exploration and development, and MDA invites anyone who wants to get started and be a part of it. As an equal opportunity employer that values diversity, integrity and collaboration, we are committed to strengthening MDA's and Canada's leadership status in this new chapter.

 

Role:

This is an entry-level position within the Mechanical Production group. The entry-level technologist is responsible for suggesting production-related methods and supporting the Manufacturing group during the assembly phase. This position requires supervision from higher positions.

 

Duties:

• Suggest assembly methods for mechanical components of simple complexity.
• Prepare work orders according to approved processes for assemblies/parts for which he/she is responsible.
• Transfer work orders and monitor production.
• Ensure traceability is captured in the work order during the production phase.
• Respect the production schedule by identifying deviations and proposing contingency plans.
• Assist assemblers by carrying out 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 according to established procedures.
• Ensure that work is performed in accordance with internal procedures and in compliance with our occupational health and safety rules.
• Assist senior technologists in their tasks by supporting ongoing project activities.
• Help maintain the efficiency of production laboratories and suggest improvements.
• Perform other related duties.

 

Minimum qualifications required:

• DEC in mechanical technology or equivalent.
• 2 to 3 years 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 a database (Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system).
• Good oral and written communication skills in English and French.

 

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Special considerations:

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

Statement of Benefits:

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

Declaration on Equal Opportunities:

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.