Senior Engineer/Mts, Electrical - Systems Design

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Company Overview 

For those who dream of advancing our space in the Universe and on Earth, we’ll take you there.

Serving the world from our Canadian home and our global offices, MDA is an international space mission partner and robotics & space operations, satellite systems and Geointelligence pioneer with a 50-year story of firsts on and above the Earth. Today, we're leading the charge towards viable Moon colonies, enhanced Earth observation, communication in a hyper-connected world, and more.

We’re fueled by a pioneering spirit that carries us beyond. And together we enable highly skilled people to continually push boundaries and tackle big challenges requiring solutions that endure and inspire.

Are you ready to launch the next stage of your career in the new space economy? We would love to hear from you!

The Position

We’re on the hunt for an Electrical Engineer at the Sr. Engineer level in the field of – Electrical Systems Design on our Robotics & Space Operations team at our Brampton office.

With 40 years of operational experience and proven performance on the iconic Canadarm programs including Space Shuttle and International Space Station robotics and operations support, our Robotics & Space Operations team has 100% mission success in making space dreams come true.

As a member of the engineering team in Electrical Systems Design, you will work in the Logistics & Sustaining Engineering (L&SE) program (to support On-Orbit Space Station activities and/or Gateway External Robotics System, and/or planetary/lunar rovers, and/or R&D activities.

Responsibilities:

The interested candidates shall show proficiency in the following areas:

• Skilled in development and verification of system level electrical specifications and requirements
• Experienced with the design, development and verification of electrical systems from planning to execution
• Supporting business development pertaining to electrical system engineering designs and costing activities
• Broad exposure to electrical engineering including embedded mixed signal systems, power systems, motor control and electro-optical designs
• Broad exposure to Digital System Design and Firmware V&V
• Capable of determining design alternatives and performing trade studies to choose a solution
• Understanding of environmental requirements including electromagnetic compatibility, radiation environments, thermal, and structural
• Ability to coordinate and negotiate with other engineering disciplines including software, mechanical and control systems
• Familiarity with electrical workmanship and quality standards would be an asset
• Strong analytical, problem solving, communication and organization skills
• Comfortable with technical presentations to customers like CSA and NASA for design reviews
• Strong interpersonal skills, self-starter and dedication to meet project deadlines
• Highly motivated, enthusiastic, and a positive thinker
• Other duties as required

Qualifications:

• Successful completion of a Bachelors of Engineering degree is a requirement
• ENG, MASc or PhD in Engineering is an asset
• 5 to 15 years of Electrical Engineering experience is preferred
• Experience using Electrical CAD tools such as ORCAD, Altium, AutoCAD Electrical, Matlab, and PSPICE Simulators is an asset.
• Familiarity with the space environment is an asset

Requirements:

Interested candidates must possess a Bachelor degree in Aerospace, Electrical, or Computer Systems Engineering, Physics/Applied Mathematics or Engineering Science. Candidates will be considered for the Junior, Intermediate and/or Engineering levels based on their years of experience. The candidate must have demonstrated the ability to work in a team environment.

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.

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.

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 an equal opportunity employer prizing diversity and inclusion. We are committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity. If you require assistance and/or reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please feel free to notify us.

COVID-19 Hiring Update: Strengthening our workforce is more important than ever to meet our customers’ mission-critical needs. We are continuing to hire many talented people, and we are closely monitoring COVID-19 to ensure safe hiring practices are used. This includes limiting onsite candidate interviews and prioritizing video interviews.

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