Principal Thermal Analyst

MDA Space (TSX : MDA) is a trusted mission partner to the global space industry, creating space between what is proven and what is possible. As a pioneer in robotics, satellite systems, and geospatial intelligence, with a 55-year history of world firsts and over 450 missions, MDA Space is a global leader in communication, Earth and space observation satellites, as well as space infrastructure and exploration. MDA Space's team of over 4,000 space experts in Canada, the United States, and the United Kingdom possesses the knowledge and expertise to transform a client's bold vision into a feasible mission, through a unique combination of experience, technical excellence, and wonder that has been part of our DNA since day one. For those who dream big and push boundaries on Earth and in the stars to change the world for the better, we will take you there.

Are you ready to embark on the next step of your career in the new space economy? We would love to hear from you!

We are looking for a Principal Thermal Analyst for our satellite systems team at our Montreal office.

As the world's leading independent commercial supplier of antennas, payloads, and electronics for communication and radar satellites, our team has successfully contributed to hundreds of missions over the past 60 years. With a long history of delivering a wide range of solutions to clients worldwide, our satellite systems team continues to grow and evolve on the ground and in the stars.

We are a dream team of passionate, collaborative, and determined individuals, and we are constantly looking for others to join #TeamMDA to foster new and innovative problem-solving approaches that push us to improve life on and above Earth. If you are enthusiastic about expanding our place in space and want to inspire the next generation, we will take you there.

We have entered a new era of exploration and development, and MDA invites all who wish to get involved and be a part of it. As an employer committed to equal opportunities and prioritizing diversity, integrity, and collaboration, we are dedicated to strengthening MDA and Canada's leadership status in this new chapter.

Role:

Within a multidisciplinary engineering team, the thermal analyst contributes to the development of cutting-edge satellites and subsystems by developing thermal concepts, conducting analyses, and planning qualification tests, thereby ensuring that products meet their thermal requirements.

Responsibility:

• Select appropriate thermal protections as well as active or passive thermal control equipment, surface finishes, and interfaces.
• Perform detailed modeling and simulations.
• Predict temperature distribution and thermal loads in materials/equipment at different stages of product life: launch, orbital transition, and in-orbit operation.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to integrate thermal systems into satellite design.
• Recommend the best mechanical design based on the evaluation of thermal behavior and characteristics of space materials.
• Plan thermal environment tests to qualify new thermal concepts or validate equipment design.
• Ensure that hardware is safe and functional in the required thermal environments.
• Prepare technical reports and presentations to support design reviews and client interactions.
• Supervise, as needed, junior thermal analysts.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards, best practices, and regulatory requirements.
• Supervise and review the thermal aspects of subcontracted systems.

Minimum Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering, or equivalent, is required at a minimum.
• At least 10 years of experience in thermal analysis and in creating Thermal Mathematical Models (TMM), preferably with Nx/“Space Systems Thermal” (or “TMG”).
• Knowledge of thermal issues and solutions specific to electronic equipment.
• Proven experience in delivering thermal concepts for satellites or space subsystems.
• Knowledge and understanding of space environments; experience in the space industry is a major asset.
• Ability to identify key design issues and prioritize them accordingly.
• Ability to collaborate with specialists from other disciplines, including system specialists, to identify the best overall concepts.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks in parallel.
• Ability to work under tight deadlines.
• Ability to communicate orally and in writing in French and English (contact with clients outside Quebec).

Desirable Skills:

• Multitasking ability.
• Ability to identify key issues in a design, prioritize and solve them accordingly.
• Ability to work under tight deadlines.
• Knowledge of electronic packaging.
• Experience in thermal testing.
• Bilingualism.
• Experience in the space industry and understanding of electrical requirements are assets.

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Special Considerations:

Successful candidates must obtain and maintain a reliability status security clearance and pass the security assessment for the Controlled Goods Program (CGP) and ITAR.

Benefits Statement:

MDA offers competitive compensation and benefits to its employees across all its locations. As a member of the MDA team, you and your eligible dependents can subscribe to a benefits plan that provides a comprehensive level of protection through competitive healthcare, including: supplementary health and flexible drug plans, dental and vision benefits, disability income protection, life insurance, group retirement savings plans, and an employee and family assistance program.

Equal Opportunity Statement:

MDA Ltd. is proud to offer accommodations during the recruitment process. If you wish to avail yourself of such measures, please indicate it in your application or cover letter, and we will work with you to meet your accessibility needs.