ABOUT MDA SPACE
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.
The Position:
MDA Space is currently seeking an Electrical Engineer at the Jr. MTS to MTS/Engineer level in the field of Cable Harness Design on our Robotics & Space Operations team at our Brampton office.
The successful candidate will be responsible for supporting the Electrical Engineering Department in a variety of tasks. As a member of the Electrical Engineering Team you will work in the Logistics & Sustaining Engineering (L&SE) program (to support On-Orbit Space Station activities), and/or the Gateway External Robotics System (GERS) program, and/or the planetary/lunar rovers’ programs, and/or R&D activities.
Duties and Responsibilities:
The interested candidates do not need to be experienced in all areas below but should demonstrate knowledge or experience in these areas:
- Prepare cable harness designs (wiring schematics) for space and terrestrial systems
- Good understanding of cable design analysis such as Signal Integrity, Voltage Drop, cross-talk, Cable Bundling, bend radius & EMC.
- Prepare system-level Power, Grounding and Bonding architectures
- Experience with environmental testing and designing cables for TVAC, thermal, EMC, & vibration environments
- Good understanding of IPC/WHMA-A-620 and NASA-STD-8739.4 standards
- Understanding of FMEA, SEE Criticality Analysis, Cumulative Dose, Radiation Effects Mitigation, & Charging
- Develop production, assembly and parts list drawings
- Design cable mechanisms for rotary interfaces
- Perform cable routing and 3D modelling
- Proficient in AutoCAD Electrical
- Understand the client’s requirements
- Provide technical support to manufacturing and assembly teams
Assets:
- Knowledge of geometrical tolerancing and drawing standards
- Knowledge of space sector
- Experience with Siemens NX, AutoCAD, AutoCAD Electrical, MS Visio
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Aerospace Engineering, Physics/Applied Mathematics, or Engineering Science is an asset. (Candidates with a Technologist diploma may also apply.
- Candidates will be considered for the Junior, Intermediate and/or Designer levels based on their years of experience.
- 4+ years of professional experience is required
- Strong oral, written and verbal communication skills
- Result orientated and exhibits critical thinking skills
- Works well in a dynamic environment and to a specific set of requirements
- Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment with a high level of integrity
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.
The compensation range for this position is $78,000 - $104,000 annually. The specific compensation offered will be based on the qualifications and experience of the successful candidate.
For more information, visit www.mda.space.
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