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The Role:

MDA is currently seeking a RADARSAT Acquisition Planner (AP)/Customer Service Representative (CSR), located in Halifax NS. The position provides support to the DND/CAF for the DND Polar Epsilon and Polar Epsilon 2 programs. This person will be involved in activities associated with planning RS2 and RCM data acquisitions and interacting with the customer and MDA GSI. The AP/CSR uses the RS2 and RCM Order handling Systems to specify new imaging activities, and submits orders to the RS2/RCM Order Desks.

Job Responsibilities:

Supports the Regional Joint Operation Center Atlantic (RJOCA) and DND/CAF with RS2 and RCM satellite data acquisitions in support of Marine Domain Awareness using the RS2 and RCM OHSs.
Maintain the master tracking planner for all acquisitions from planning to delivery
Prepare and send the Weekly Acquisition Processing Report to Aldergrove and DND/CAF clients
Prepare and input RS2 acquisitions into the Contact Production Archiving System
Assist with maintaining the incoming requests and plan missions as required;
Act as a RADARSAT Subject Matter Expert when attending meetings
Respond to client/CSA queries as required
Any duties or tasks that the Station Manager might request as required

Job Requirements:

The AP/CSR must have a combination of experience and education in GIS/Geomatics and or equivalent relevant operational experience in the use of Space-Based Radar and other satellite systems in support of Marine Domain Awareness.
Excellent understanding of military operations and command and control, with an emphasis on maritime Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance (ISR).
Good problem-solving skills
Proven ability to be a team player and yet work unsupervised
Familiar with using Microsoft and other software applications or web-based tools

Desirable Skills:

Experience in Collection management and reporting
Additional years and broader experience in the mandatory categories
Experience working with military systems used in support of ISR
Good computer skills
Good written and oral skills
Ability to master new computer software applications
Knowledge and experience using software tools for remote sensing product order management

Comments/Special Considerations

Candidate must hold or be eligible to obtain a Secret security clearance or higher

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.

RADARSAT Acquisition Planner

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