Micro Electro-Mechanical Assembler Apprentice internship

For those who dream of advancing our space in the Universe and on Earth, we will take you there.

Serving the world from its Canadian headquarters and international offices, MDA is an international space mission partner and a pioneer in robotics and space operations, satellite systems and geospatial intelligence with a 50-year history of firsts on and above Earth. Today, we are moving towards viable lunar colonies, better Earth observation, communication in a hyper-connected world, and more.

We are driven by a pioneering spirit that takes us beyond. Together, we enable highly skilled people to continually push boundaries and tackle great challenges that require sustainable and inspiring solutions.

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

We are looking for a Micro-Electromechanical Assembler Apprentice to our Satellite Systems team in our Montreal office.

As the world’s leading independent commercial supplier of antennas, payloads and electronics for communications satellites and radars, our team has successfully contributed to hundreds of missions over the past 60 years. With extensive experience in a wide range of solutions delivered to customers around the world, 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 people, and we are constantly looking for others to join the #ÉquipeMDA to inspire new and innovative approaches to solving the problems that drive us to improve life on and above the Earth. If you’re excited to expand our place in space and want to inspire the next generation, we’ll get you there.

We have entered a new era of exploration and development, and MDA invites anyone who wants to get started and be a part of it. As an equal opportunity employer that values diversity, integrity and collaboration, we are committed to strengthening MDA’s and Canada’s leadership status in this new chapter.

Role: 

The main role is to assemble micro-electromechanical products according to structured work processes. Some analysis is required before independently choosing from known processes. 

 Tasks:

• Fixing by brazing on substrate, substrate selection, measurement of electrical components.
• Make joints and electrical contacts by welded wires or tapes (microwiring, parallel welding and microbeams).
• Attach substrates to a base or housing using a pre-programmed oven.
• Attach components to a base or circuit.
• Prepare components for encapsulation.
• Prepare, handle and use polymeric products for bonding components.
• Sealing and leak testing of housings.
• Use equipment for sorting hybrids.
• Mount elements in enclosures.
• Verify the product.
• Inspect, verify and validate the compliance of certain tasks performed by colleagues.
• Support research and development.
• All other related tasks

Minimum qualifications required:

• DEC or DEP in one of the following fields: electronics, mechanics or equivalent
• 0 to 2 years of relevant experience
• Basic knowledge of English, an asset
• Plan readings
• Basic knowledge of the principle of geometric tolerances and dimensions.
• Ability to retrieve and enter data using a computer system.
• Working with production databases.
• The holder has the basic knowledge to operate one or more manual and semi-automatic micro-electronic assembly equipment.
• Good knowledge of French.
• Fine manual dexterity

Special considerations:

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

Statement of Benefits:

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

Declaration on Equal Opportunities:

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