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Building the space between proven and possible, MDA Space (TSX:MDA) 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 MDA Space team of more than 3,000 space experts in Canada, the US and the UK 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.

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 Test department at our Sainte-Anne-de-Bellevue office. This is a 4 month mandate (with a possibility of 8 months) starting in September 2026.

Role:

The intern will work with a multidisciplinary team to develop state-of-the-art test stations to automate the production of geostationary or constellation antennas. You will be part of a specialized test team to ensure that once in orbit, antenna performance meets customer requirements and delivers the communications service required for the mission.

Responsibilities:

• Interface with design team
• Contribute to analysis of test requirements
• Contribute to Definition of test methods and techniques
• Contribute to Definition of test and test data processing resources
• Contribute to Drafting of test plans, procedures and reports
• Contribute to Development of software applications, database and automatic test and measurement procedures
• Contribute to Coding and validation of test sequences
• Test follow-up and operations support according to required specialization:
• RF in PIM, Nearfield or Compact Test Range
• RF in Active Electronics, Burn-In
• Power in Electronic Power Converters
• Metrology in flight unit alignment
• Mechanics for thermal testing
• Contribute to Planning and coordination of test activities and team of technicians.

Minimum Qualifications required :

• Completed First year of Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Computer Science, Software or Physics Engineering
• The candidate must have a background in Electrical, Computer Science, Software or Physics Engineering with a strong foundation in electromagnetics or microwaves, as well as good programming skills.
• Motivated individual with a sense of initiative, good team coordination skills and a desire to improve test techniques

Please upload a copy of both your resume and transcript when you apply.

Comments/Special Considerations:

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

We’re a dream 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.

We have entered a new era of exploration and development, and MDA welcomes all who yearn to suit up and be part of it. An equal opportunity employer prizing 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 accommodation(s) during the recruitment process. Should you require any accommodations, please indicate this on your application/cover letter and we will work with you to meet your accessibility needs.