Engineering Student - RF EGSE - Fall 2026

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.

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

We're on the hunt for a motivated and talented Engineering Student in our EGSE and Test Data Processing department at our Sainte-Anne-de-Bellevue office. This is a 4 months mandate (with a possibility of 8 months) starting in September 2026.

Overall, the successful candidate would be treated similar to a new graduate joining our company, where tasks will be assigned relative to the level of schooling and experience achieved to date.

The successful candidate will participate in the development of RF and Power units for various MDA programs.

Responsibilities:

• Participate in the production of equipment used in communication systems for communication satellites;
• Within a multifunctional team, participate in the design and development cycle of radio frequency (RF) equipment and associated test equipment;
• Support integration and testing on flight prototypes;
• Work on different sections of the same project, or on different programs, as required;
• Attend project planning and progress team meetings.

Experience and skills required:

• Five semesters of bachelor's degree in electrical engineering completed before the start of the internship;
• Interest and knowledge of radio frequency circuit design and RF components;
• Good analytical skills;
• Dynamic;
• Desire to learn;
• Sense of initiative would be an asset;
• Related work or extracurricular experiences.

Desirable skills:

• Good verbal and written communication skills ideally both in English and French (contact with customers outside Quebec);
• Knowledge of Word, Excel, PowerPoint;
• Demonstrated academic performance (good general average, e.g. above 3.30);
• Bilingual.

Please upload a copy of both your Resume and your Transcript when you apply.

Comments / Special Considerations:

Successful candidates must obtain and pass security assessment for the Controlled Goods Program (CGP).

We are a 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.

MDA is an equal opportunity employer valuing diversity, integrity and collaboration. We are committed to growing MDA's and Canada's leadership in this next golden age.

MDA is proud to provide accommodations during the recruitment process. Should you require any accommodations, please indicate this on your application or cover letter and we will work with you to meet your accessibility needs.