Test Engineering Supervisor

MDA Space (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 more than 450 missions, MDA Space is a global leader in communications satellites, Earth and space observation, and space infrastructure and exploration. The MDA Space team, numbering more than 5,500 space experts in Canada, the US and the UK, has the knowledge and know-how to turn a customer's bold vision into a deliverable mission, through a unique combination of experience, technical excellence and a sense of 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'll take you there.

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

We are looking for a Test Engineering Supervisor within our Satellite Systems team at our Montreal office.

As the world's leading independent commercial supplier of antennas, payloads, and electronics for communication satellites and radars, our team has successfully contributed to hundreds of missions over the past 60 years. With a long track record across a wide range of solutions delivered to customers 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 driven individuals, and we are constantly looking for more people to join #TeamMDA to spark new and innovative approaches to problem solving that push us to improve life on and above Earth. If you are excited about expanding our place in space and wish to inspire the next generation, we will take you there.

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

Professional development and career advancement are two terms that resonate with you. Do you have what it takes to become a Test Engineering Supervisor?

If you are a natural leader and people management excites you, and you are looking for someone capable of supervising and mentoring multidisciplinary teams to achieve optimal production results, then this position is for you. You will work with state-of-the-art electronic and mechanical technologies, planning tools, and ERP logic, and you will collaborate with various program managers.

Take control of your career and take it to the next level by joining our passionate and innovative team. Apply today!

Role:

The Test Engineering Supervisor is responsible for the optimal conduct of testing activities and the coaching of the work team to ensure that products are tested according to standards, technical specifications, and quality requirements.

Duties:

• Leads various engineering teams
• Reviews program requirements, constraint assessment, and operational conflict resolution
• Actively works to improve work methods and production-related processes
• Advises program managers and line managers regarding conflicting resource demand issues
• Assigns production personnel based on the established production schedule
• Acts as a coach, trains subordinate personnel, and actively participates in the development of their skills
• Acts as the main resource person for production employees
• Monitors and accelerates the availability of resources, equipment, and operations while respecting our quality standards
• Adequately communicates relevant information and works to develop the autonomy and efficient work of their team
• Performs operations supervision tasks in the context of their specified areas and with knowledge of the company's collective agreements
• In addition to supervising direct employees in their group, the candidate will provide guidance and support to the entire production team regarding tasks, programs, and production management
• Communicates with program planning and control personnel to manage internal operations and mitigate risks
• Occupies an interface role and communicates with program managers and line managers regarding various issues related to received material, production, or others
• May act as a substitute for the production manager in case of absence or delegation
• Occupies an interface role and communicates with line managers as needed regarding critical failures and recovery plans, and may participate in senior management strategic resource initiatives in specified areas
• Ensures training and support for employees in the specified area of expertise and participates in evaluating their performance by assessing their performance and recommending development areas
• Conducts interviews with potential new employees

Development, Updating, and Implementation of Processes:

• Ensure proper application and compliance with general company policies and processes by department personnel.
• Support the development and updating of department-specific policies, processes, work instructions, and standards, and ensure they are accessible to and respected by personnel.
• Propose and lead new initiatives, or participate in Business Process Improvement (BPI) initiatives to improve department or overall efficiency.
• Ensure that all health and safety procedures and policies are respected and maintained.

Required Qualifications:

• Degree in engineering or a similar degree in an appropriate discipline, bachelor's degree or higher.
• Knowledge of electronic and mechanical technologies involved in the production of space hardware is an asset.
• 5 to 10 years of experience in the engineering/manufacturing field.
• The candidate must have demonstrated good interpersonal skills, conflict resolution, and leadership capabilities.
• Professional aspirations to manage teams of people in a dynamic environment.
• Experience or interest in developing skills in resource management, negotiations, risk management techniques, and financial reporting.
• Excellent understanding of planning tools and ERP logic. Knowledge of planning, purchasing, finance, and ERP system modules and understanding of the interrelation of these modules.Advanced Excel skills
• Advanced interpersonal communication skills
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes is an asset.
• Experience in a unionized environment.

Special Considerations:

Successful candidates must obtain and hold a reliability status security clearance and successfully 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 enroll in a comprehensive benefits plan that provides a complete level of protection through competitive healthcare, including: supplemental health care and flexible drug plans, dental and vision care benefits, income protection in case of disability, 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 this in your application or cover letter, and we will collaborate with you to meet your accessibility needs.