Expired
Company:
Macdonald, Dettwiler And Associates Corporation
Location: Montreal
Closing Date: 28-11-2024
Salary: £100 - £125 Per Annum
Hours: Full Time
Type: Permanent
Job Requirements / Description
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.Are you ready to launch the next stage of your career in the new space economy? We would love to hear from you!We’re on the hunt for a Automation Engineer on our Satellite systems team at our Montreal office.As the leading global independent commercial supplier of antennas, payloads, and electronics for communication and radar satellites, our team has successfully contributed to hundreds of missions in the past 60 years. With an extensive heritage in a wide range of solutions delivered to customers globally, our Satellite Systems team continues to grow and evolve on the ground and in the stars.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.Role :The automation engineer is expected to collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to manufacture space products used on state-of-the-art satellites.As part of a dynamic production team, the engineer is responsible for inter-program cohesion and for the assembly, integration and testing of our space products. From the design phase through assembly, testing (thermal, vibration, electrical...) and up to the reception of products at customers' premises, (s)he ensures the good quality of the product and documentation throughout the production line within time constraints and budget.In addition to project monitoring, the engineer actively participates in the continuous improvement of the various production departments (electronics, composites, antennas, payloads, testing, etc.). Continuous improvement consists of the optimization and/or automation of tasks, the selection, evaluation and qualification of new equipment, the implementation of corrective actions, the qualification of new processes/products/subcontractors. (S)He also contributes to the implementation and monitoring of the philosophy of "Lean Manufacturing", "design for manufacturing (DFM)" and "design for automation" (DFA).Tasks :Suggest and implement new technologies such as robots, vision systems, quality control and preventive maintenance tools in collaboration with engineering and production teamsAnalyze and validate existing processes, while participating in the design, installation and deployment of new solutionsDevelop satellite programs and databases to link our ERP/MES system with production (industry mentality 4.0)Program PCs, programmable control units, controller systems and operator interfaces to integrate new systems or optimize existing systemsCreate electrical and pneumatic plans and select the necessary technology (PC, PLC, drive, automatic control, etc.), document and implement improvement projects related to the various production equipmentDevelop and implement optimal working methods, efficient test tools and train users appropriatelyParticipate in technical program reviews (TOB) to meet production design needsRepresent the production team at MBRsMaintain, improve and diagnose production equipment already in placeWrite and update operating procedures and maintenance plans for automated equipment.Discuss with the project manager and the client to define the needsCommunicate with other team members, internally and externallyAnalyze the performance indicators of the production cellsPerform all other tasks compatible with your dutiesQualifications required:Minimum 2 years of experience in a manufacturing environmentStrong interpersonal skills and ability to work in a team environmentAbility to communicate and write in both English and FrenchKnowledge of programming languages (Python, C#, SQL, C++, Java, VB (.NET), etc.) is an assetComments/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 ITAR.Benefits statement: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.Equal opportunity statement:MDA Ltd. 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.
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