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Intermediate Technician - Digital Electronics (night shift)

MDA Space logoMDA SpaceSainte-Anne-de-Bellevue, QC, CanadaPosted 1mo ago
  • Nights
  • ITAR / US person

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 4,000 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. ## Role: The Intermediate Technician - Digital Electronics is the first level of skilled work. He/she may require supervision from more experienced technicians or technical/engineering staff.

The Intermediate Electronics Technician will perform a variety of tasks related to established systems or new projects of low to medium complexity.

He/she will be required to work from written instructions or general guidelines and participate in the testing of electronic units and complex systems. ## Responsibility Under the mentorship of more experienced technicians or technical staff, the intermediate technician will: - Program PROMs and FPGAs. - Perform bench tests with signal generators, oscilloscopes, differential probes, digital circuit analyzers, logic analyzers and complementary equipment (e.g. serial links, power sources, etc.). - Test electronic assemblies using various test scripts or manual measurements. - Carry out thermal and vacuum thermal testing of various electronic subassemblies and units. - Assemble and modify developmental electronic circuits according to specific guidelines. - Assemble, modify and verify test benches and/or test equipment. - Assemble, modify and test cable harnesses. - Record test or experiment results. - Install test electronic assemblies in their test jigs. - Participate in continuous improvement efforts relating to the testing of electronic assemblies. - Follow and understand flight test processes. - Perform work in accordance with internal procedures and in compliance with our occupational health and safety rules. - Perform other related duties. ## Required profile - Resourcefulness - Ability to adapt - Strong analytical skills - Ability to work in a team ## Qualifications - College diploma or equivalent in electrical engineering, electronics or related field - 2 to 5 years' relevant experience - Fluency in spoken and written French.

Knowledge of English is an asset (Answers calls from English-speaking employees.

Reports directly to the Ontario head office). #LI-DM1 #IND1 ## 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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