Inspector - Mechanical
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About the role
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 global MDA Space team of more than 4 000 space experts 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. For more information, visit www.mda.space .
Role
Performs activities related to incoming inspection to ensure the compliance of our parts and products according to our standard processes and specific program requirements. In addition, may be required to perform the duties of certifier, mechanical assembler, electromechanical assembler, micro-electromechanical assembler, production assistant and general helper depending on skills.
Level of Responsibility: Structured work processes. Some analysis is required before independently selecting from known processes.
Tasks
- Ensure compliance of all purchased components and related documents according to the purchase order clauses.
- Perform activities related to maintaining traceability in the Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system.
- Verify the revision of documents as required (CFC).
- Perform activities related to maintaining traceability in the Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system.
- Inspect machined parts according to drawing and standards and may perform minor rework as required.
- Inspect and perform adhesion testing on paint and verify plating reports.
- Performs trigonometric calculations necessary to relate drawing data to the use of manual (e.g. vernier, micrometer, gauge) and automated (e.g. CMM, ...) measuring instruments.
- Inspect sub-component assemblies and finished or progressing assemblies for compliance with standards and specifications.
- Prepare non-conformance reports, follow up and take action.
- Perform and verify connector retention, wire tension and continuity of cables, wires and harnesses.
- Support the Quality Assurance team in various functions.
- Support research and development.
- All other related tasks
Minimum qualifications required
- Plan reading.
- Knowledge of the principle of tolerances and geometric dimensions.
- Proficiency in quality assurance principles and processes.
- Knowledge of IPC-A-610 and IPC-A-620 as assigned.
- Ability to retrieve and enter computer data using a computer system.
- Use of production databases
- Good knowledge of French.
- Good judgment.
- Fine manual dexterity
- College diploma or diploma of vocational studies in one of the following fields: electronics, mechanics, aeronautics or equivalent.
- Two (2) to five (5) years of relevant experience.
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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.
Copied from the listing MDA Space published, verified 5 Nov 2026.
About MDA Space
Communications satellites, the Canadarm space robots and radar Earth observation, from Canada.
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