Mechanical Designer/Checker

About us:

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 Role:

For this role, you will be placed on one or more cross-functional team(s) with the aim of designing, drafting and checking drawings. Each activity comes with its own set of challenges; however, our culture of collaboration is geared towards tackling these challenges straight on.

In the design and drafting capacity, you will be working closely with experienced engineers. We will equip you to use the most advanced design tools to translate mission requirements into workable designs.

The checker role will require you to expand your knowledge of drafting by learning and applying applicable industry standards to drawings colleagues have drafted. Periodic meetings with other checkers are required to ensure consistency. Additionally, checkers will be paired with a mentor to learn and grown in the role alongside a colleague that is familiar with the work.

Job Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with a multi-disciplinary engineering team to develop state-of-the-art robotics
• Generate design concepts using Siemens NX and Teamcenter using principles of design for manufacture and design for minimum weight
• Generate detailed component and assembly drawings to support manufacture and assembly of hardware
• Apply GD&T per ASME Y14.5 standard to mechanical components
• Estimate work tasks accurately and identify/communicate when corrective action is necessary
• Identify risks, propose solutions and develop mitigation strategies for design issues and schedule concerns
• Investigate manufacturing issues and discrepancies during detail parts procurement

Job Requirements:

• Minimum 4+ yrs experience with mechanism design and analysis activities, including tolerance analysis, component selection, and drafting
• Diploma in engineering technology or related field, or Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical/Aerospace Engineering
• Strong understanding of the CAD core tools including: Siemens NX, Teamcenter, SolidWorks, AutoCAD, etc.
• Good understanding of GD&T per ASME Y14.5 and experience applying the standard to mechanical parts
• Experience in the manufacturing and testing of subsystems, assemblies and components is considered an asset
• Experience in dealing with program or project groups for technical discussions
• Communication skills – oral and written
• Multi-tasking and task-prioritizing capability

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 be able to obtain higher clearances.  

Benefits Statement:  

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

Equal Opportunity Statement:  

MDA Space is an equal opportunity employer with a strong focus on diversity and inclusion. We are committed to treating all employees and candidates with respect and dignity. If you require assistance or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruitment process, please let us know.  

The compensation range for this position is $95,000 - $120,000 annually. The specific compensation offered will be based on the qualifications and experience of the successful candidate.