Junior Systems Engineer – Satellite Ground Segment

ABOUT MDA SPACE 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 3,800 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 [http://www.mda.space/]. The Position Our mission is to turn data into insight. From detecting changes in fragile ecosystems to monitoring northern ice floes and shipping routes, our near-real time data of Earth observation and the environment makes our Geointelligence team a leader in geospatial imagery, ground stations, enterprise geospatial systems and defence programs. As a member of a Geointelligence project team you will initially be assigned to work on the ground segment of one of several large satellite mission programs at MDA Space. You will work as part of a technical team to develop new capabilities, enhance existing capabilities and deliver solutions to our customers. As part of your growth and development we will work with you to establish your development actions alongside regular progress reviews. You are likely to move through various projects to gain the experience and knowledge to progress your career with us. The Role We are looking for a Junior Systems Engineer – Satellite Ground Segment in our Geointelligence Engineering Team at our Richmond office. As part of the Ground Segment Systems Engineering team, the individual will work with other engineers in a multi-disciplinary team environment to create and deliver engineering solutions to control satellites, downlink imagery and telemetry, process imagery, create value-added products and process orders from our customers in a cost-effective way. Responsibilities As a Junior Systems Engineer – Satellite Ground Segment, you may have a wide range of responsibilities that include: * tracing customer requirements to conceptual designs and preparing associated documentation; * contributing to decomposition of requirements and interface control documents (ICDs); * performing technical engineering tasks, such as operational analyses and trade-off studies, to define system design and subsystem details; * devising solutions for creating and delivering systems and subsystem features; * working with MDA’s software development teams to build and test operational features; * participating in integration and testing of system level features; * revising and maintaining various system models in Excel, Matlab, Python, etc.; You will support intermediate and senior engineers in the above tasks and have opportunities for career growth. Required Experience * Bachelor’s degree in Systems, Software or Computer Engineering or Engineering Physics; * Have familiarity with: * Matlab or similar analysis tools; * MS Excel, for the purpose of engineering analyses; and * Python, Java, Go, or a similar programming language; * Familiarity with modern software development methodology, tools, and software specification; * Have excellent verbal and written communication skills; * Possess excellent problem solving skills; * Be a self-starter with the ability to perform in a dynamic working environment; and * Have a team-friendly attitude and willingness to learn. While not mandatory, candidates will benefit from any of the following: * Prior involvement in development of cloud-based applications; * Understanding of different types of engineering life cycles as applicable from large complex programs to software development; * Familiarity with satellite remote sensing or earth observation; * Familiarity with orbital mechanics, satellite communications, spacecraft design and operation considerations; or * Familiarity with machine learning / deep learning. Comments/Special Considerations: Successful candidates must obtain and hold security clearance at the SECRET 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. The compensation range for this position is $76,000 - $87,000 annually. The specific compensation offered will be based on the qualifications and experience of the successful candidate.

The Junior Systems Engineer will contribute to the design, development, and testing of satellite ground segment systems within a multi-disciplinary team. Responsibilities include tracing requirements, performing technical analyses, and collaborating with software teams to deliver operational features.

Candidates must hold a Bachelor's degree in Systems, Software, or Computer Engineering or Engineering Physics. Familiarity with programming languages like Python, Java, or Go, as well as analysis tools like Matlab and Excel, is required.

• Extended healthcare • Flexible drug plans • Dental benefits • Vision benefits • Disability income protection • Life insurance • Group retirement savings plans • Employee and family assistance program

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• Systems engineering
• Matlab
• Python
• Java
• Go
• Software development
• Requirements tracing
• Technical documentation
• Operational analysis
• Trade-off studies
• System modeling
• Integration and testing
• Problem solving
• Communication skills
• Satellite ground segment
• Shipment Routing
• Self-Starter
• Board Certified Geriatric Pharmacist (BCGP)
• Go (Programming Language)
• Technical Engineering
• Willingness To Learn
• Technology Ecosystems
• Microsoft Excel
• Software Development
• Systems Engineering
• Communication
• Computer Engineering
• Leadership
• Innovation
• Problem Solving
• Python (Programming Language)
• MATLAB
• Machine Learning
• Orbital Mechanics
• Physics
• Software Development Methodologies
• Telemetry
• Remote Sensing
• Robotics
• Satellite Communications
• Software Requirements Specification
• Space Exploration
• Spacecraft Design
• Systems Design
• Security Clearance
• Deep Learning
• Disability Income
• Real Time Data

• Engineering
• Technology
• Software
• Science & Research
• Security & Safety
• Satellite Systems Engineer
• Systems Engineer
• Software Developers
• Computer Systems Engineers/Architects
• Computer Occupations, All Other

Formation minimale

Baccalauréat

Expérience minimale

0+ ans

Langue de l’offre

anglais

Heures de travail

40 heures par semaine