Int. Electrical Assembly Technician

Building the space between proven and possible, MDA Space 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 3,400 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.

We’re looking for a Intermediate Electrical Assembly Technician to join the Robotics and Space Operations team at our Brampton Ontario state of the art facility. 

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assemble, repair, rework and/or troubleshoot electrical assemblies
• Adhere to all applicable NASA, IPC and MIL standards.
• Maintain proper documentation to demonstrate all tasks are completed correctly to meet a customer’s or Engineering’s delivery requirements by paper or electronic means
• Generation of Non-Conformance Reports & provide solutions

Required Skills/Abilities

• Training and certification in polymeric, IPC; J-STD001, 620 including space addendum
• Strong Electronics and Mechanical background including assembly and troubleshooting Electronic/Mechanical devices
• Familiarity with reading and understanding technical drawings and schematics
• Thorough understanding of techniques in the use of hand tools, soldering, crimping, measurement equipment, etc.
• Excellent manual dexterity
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, and the ability to work within a team environment

 Education and Experiences:

• Experience in the Electrical field is an asset
• Previous experience working in MIL-STD, AS 9100 environment
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing an asset
• College Diploma in Mechanical/Electrical technology, technician or equivalent experience

The compensation for this position is $79,189.60 annually. 

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).

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 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.