About the role#
We are looking for an Engineering Student to join our Safety and Mission Assurance team in Brampton. This is a 12 to 16 month internship starting in January 2027. You will work on tasks similar to a new graduate, with responsibilities scaled to your current level of experience and education.
What you'll do#
- Evaluate risks and effects of mission failures using FMEAs.
- Generate hazard and cause records.
- Prepare compliance matrices and review engineering documents for quality.
- Write meeting minutes and summaries.
- Track non-conformances and identify safety-critical issues.
- Coordinate with program management, systems engineering, mission operations, and QA staff.
- Support company initiatives, including the adoption of new tools and continuous improvement processes.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a Bachelor's degree program for Aerospace, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering.
- Completion of at least three years of undergraduate studies.
- Strong verbal, written, and presentation skills.
- A self-driven approach and the ability to work both independently and within a team.
- Willingness to take on a variety of tasks.
Location & details#
- Location: Brampton, Ontario.
- Work modality: On-site.
- Term: Winter 2027 (12-16 months).
- Compensation: $25 - $28 per hour.
- Security: Candidates must obtain and hold security clearance at the reliability status level and pass assessments for the Controlled Goods Program and ITAR.
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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