MDA at a glance:

MDA (TSX: MDA) is a trusted mission partner to the global space industry—building the space between the proven and the possible. As a pioneer in robotics, satellite systems and geospatial intelligence, with a 55-year history of firsts and over 450 missions, MDA is a global leader in communications satellites, Earth and space observation, and space infrastructure and exploration. MDA's team of over 4,000 space experts in Canada, the US and the UK has the knowledge and know-how to turn a customer's bold vision into a realizable mission, with a unique combination of experience, technical excellence and the sense of wonder that has been part of our DNA since day one. For those who dream big and push the boundaries on Earth and in the stars to change the world for the better, we'll take you there.

Role:

The Compliance Specialist – EGSE and Test Equipment is responsible for ensuring regulatory, normative, and internal compliance of Electrical Ground Support Equipment (EGSE) and test equipment used in the development, validation, and production of flight products.

The incumbent works closely with engineering, quality, manufacturing, health and safety teams, and suppliers to ensure equipment meets applicable requirements throughout its lifecycle.

Principal Responsibilities

• Define and maintain applicability compliance requirements for EGSE and test equipment.
• Ensure compliance with applicable standards, regulations, and customer requirements (CSA, UL, IEC, ISO, CE, etc.).
• Perform compliance analyses for new equipment.
• Participate in design to integrate regulatory requirements from the early development phases.
• Develop, maintain, and approve compliance-related technical documentation:
  • safety validation grid
  • risk analyses;
  • operating procedures;
  • compliance reports.
• Support design reviews and safety reviews.
• Coordinate equipment certification and validation testing.
• Work with external laboratories and certification bodies when required.
• Monitor non-conformances, deviations, and corrective actions.
• Participate in internal, customer, and regulatory audits.
• Perform regulatory monitoring to anticipate normative changes that could affect equipment and update internal documentation.
• Advise development teams on best practices regarding electrical, mechanical, and functional safety.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of compliance processes.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or a related field.
• Member of the Ordre des ingénieurs du Québec.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in a role related to compliance, certification, or test/industrial equipment development.
• Experience with risk analyses (FMEA, CNESST).
• Knowledge of electrical and machinery safety standards.
• Experience with equipment validation processes.
• Fluency in French and English, both spoken and written. (Contact with clients outside Quebec).

Comments/Special Considerations:

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

Benefits:

MDA offers competitive compensation and benefits to its employees at all locations. As a member of the MDA team, you and your eligible dependents can benefit from a comprehensive protection plan through competitive healthcare, including flexible supplemental health and prescription drug plans, dental and vision benefits, income protection in case of disability, life insurance, group retirement savings plans, and an employee and family assistance program.

Equal Opportunity:

MDA is an equal opportunity, diversity, and inclusion employer. We are committed to treating all employees and job applicants with respect and dignity. If you require assistance or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruitment process, please let us know.