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Quality Assurance Engineer - Mechanical

MDA Space logoMDA SpaceSainte-Anne-de-Bellevue, QC, CanadaPosted 1mo ago

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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 5,500 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 The position involves developing, implementing, maintaining, and improving quality assurance processes to meet customer requirements. ## Responsibilities - Participate in product design by reviewing drawings and technical change notices. - Ensure compliance with specifications by reviewing and approving work instructions, processes, and inspection points on production orders.

Provide interpretations of acceptance criteria and optimize the control plan. - Coordinate problem-solving and corrective actions when nonconformities are detected, working with purchasing, production, design, and other engineering disciplines. - Conduct process and product compliance audits both internally and at suppliers’ sites.

Ensure effective corrective actions are implemented. - Analyze data and performance metrics, identify opportunities for improvement, and lead continuous improvement projects. ## Qualifications: - A bachelor’s degree in engineering with an interest in the manufacture of complex machined parts, electromechanical assemblies, or printed circuit boards (PCBs) - 2 or more years of experience - Ability to demonstrate leadership in one’s field. - Strong communication skills in French and English. - A collaborative spirit and ability to work as part of a team. - Knowledge of geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (ASME Y14.5), AS 9100 quality standards, and aerospace work standards is also a requirement for this position. - Computer skills (word processing and spreadsheet applications) are also required. ## 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.

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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