Electronics Inspector
- ITAR / US person
- IPC-A-610
About the job
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 4,500 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. ## Your Future Mission 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. ## 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. - Basic knowledge of English is an asset #LI-PP1 #IND1 #Sp ## 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) 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.
From MDA Space's job posting, checked 7 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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