About the role#
We are looking for an Engineering Student to join our team in Brampton for a 12-month term starting in January 2027. You will work alongside senior program managers and project engineers on space and planetary exploration robotics projects. You will also contribute to departmental continuous improvement initiatives. We treat our students like new graduates, assigning tasks that match your current level of schooling and experience.
What you'll do#
- Assist with project planning and scheduling.
- Monitor project costs and engineering deliverables.
- Manage project risks using our internal tools.
- Communicate with engineers across various functions.
- Document your work and participate in technical discussions at the project and system levels.
- Provide general support to the engineering team.
What you'll need#
- You are currently working toward a Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace, Electrical, Mechanical, Systems, Computer Engineering, Physics, or Mathematics.
- You have completed at least three years of your degree.
- You are enrolled in a formal university internship program.
- You possess strong mathematical skills and experience with system design and modelling.
- You can work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
- You have excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Please include your transcript with your application.
- Enrollment in a management minor is an asset.
- You must obtain and hold security clearance at the reliability status level and pass the security assessment for the Controlled Goods Program.
Location & details#
- This role is based on-site in Brampton, Ontario.
- The term begins in Winter 2027.
- This is a full-time, paid position with a compensation range of $25 to $28 per hour.
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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