Operations Analyst

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.

Job Summary

The operations analyst is responsible for providing ongoing analytical support to the Operations Management team, as required, by coordinating special projects, compiling statistical analysis, and generating reports and charts. automated boards for decision-making in the context of general business process improvement. Advising and recommending a course of action is an integral part of this role.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Develop, report and analyze operational metrics, with critical trend analysis to enable leaders to make informed decisions.
• Build automated business intelligence reports and dashboards by accessing operations databases.
• Model data for analysis of labor, overhead, capital and material costs.
• Analyze data to identify problem areas and suggest improvements.
• Assist line managers in the planning and control of overhead costs of different departments.
• Support business development and program teams in project planning.

• Coordinate special continuous improvement projects.
• Coordinate, maintain and facilitate various interdepartmental meetings, presentations and reports.
• Any other related task.
• Must demonstrate a high degree of confidentiality and diplomacy when handling reports of a sensitive and confidential nature.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business administration or operations management
• Minimum of 5 years of related experience
• Strong analytical skills
• Strong computer skills with a good command of business intelligence tools
• Skills with ERP system (Enterprise Resource Planning), cloud computing and databases
• Desire to take action and make decisions
• Excellent presentation and communication skills
• A strong collaborative communication approach
• Essential knowledge of French and English an asset. 
• Experience in a manufacturing environment
• Knowledge of accounting or financial planning

 

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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.