About the role#
We are looking for an engineering student to join our antenna design team in Sainte-Anne-de-Bellevue for the Winter 2027 term. You will work on ongoing projects or bid teams, gaining experience similar to a new graduate. You will receive training in antenna design methods and software, including HFSS, FEKO, TICRA GRASP, and POS.
What you'll do#
- Collaborate with experienced engineers to design and optimize space antenna performance.
- Perform sensitivity and degradation analyses of antenna on-orbit performance.
- Attend team discussions to identify solutions and participate in project status meetings.
- Prepare antenna performance reports and presentations for customers.
What you'll need#
- Completed third year of a bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering.
- Minimum GPA of 3.2/4.0.
- Good knowledge of electromagnetism.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills in both English and French.
- Ability to work well under pressure and a desire to learn.
- Initiative, interpersonal skills, and a focus on problem-solving.
- Ability to obtain and hold security clearance at the reliability status level.
- Ability to pass security assessments for the Controlled Goods Program and ITAR.
Location & details#
- This is a full-time, paid internship located on-site in Sainte-Anne-de-Bellevue, Quebec.
- The term is for Winter 2027.
About MDA Space
MDA Space operates in the defense and space manufacturing industry. Founded in 1969, the company specializes in robotics, satellite systems, and geointelligence. It maintains a workforce of over 4,000 employees across Canada, the United States, and the United Kingdom. The organization has completed more than 450 missions over its 55-year history.
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