Systems Engineer, Spacecraft Electrical

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The Role:

MDA isseekingaSystems Member of Technical Staff (MTS)Spacecraft Electrical to support current and next-generation Earth observation and remote sensing satellite this role you willcontribute tothe definition designprototypingintegrationverification commissioning and sustainment ofspacecraftelectrical systems across multiple satellite programs. You willwork with multidisciplinary teams to performsystem-level trades define and manage electrical interfaces evaluate supplier designs andsupportintegration and test activities from early design through mission operations.

Responsibilities:

As a Systems MTS Spacecraft Electrical you may have a wide range of responsibilities that include:

• Develop and maintain electrical requirements from the mission level down to major subsystem levels including spacecraft bus payload electrical power communications command and data handling and electrical interfaces.
• Define generate and maintain requirements and performance budgets for spacecraft electrical subsystems such as radar payload radar antenna communications electrical power telemetry and telecommand and harnessing.
• Perform system-level modelling and analysis to support design trades for radar communications power data handling and mission-level electrical performance.
• Support and coordinate cross-disciplinary teams to converge on design architectures that meet mission electrical interface EMC/EMI and verification requirements.
• Prepare and present material for technical reviews including design reviews interface reviews verification reviews and test readiness reviews.
• Generate technical notes trade studies analysis reports and engineering documentation related to spacecraft electrical design and performance.
• Develop verification plans verification matrices test requirements and acceptance criteria for spacecraft electrical systems and subsystems.
• Develop test plans and support electrical integration and test activities from planning through production spacecraft-level AIT and mission commissioning.
• Develop and maintain interface control documents between mission segments spacecraft subsystems payloads ground systems and external suppliers.
• Review subcontractor and supplier design material to assess compliance with technical interface verification and program requirements.
• Apply sound engineering judgment to resolve technical issues while maintaining mission performance safety schedule and requirement compliance.

Required Experience:

• Must possess a Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering Computer Engineering Engineering Physics or equivalent.
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant engineering experience.
• Experience in systems engineering and complex systems development.
• Experience with digital bus standards and electrical interfaces such as CAN bus I2C SpaceWire Ethernet or equivalent data interfaces.
• Experience specifying integrating and testing electrical power subsystems power management electronics or related spacecraft electrical hardware.
• Experience specifying integrating and testing digital communications command and data handling telemetry and telecommand or similar electrical subsystems.
• Familiarity with any of the following software tools:
• Matlab & Simulink and other simulation tools.
• SPICE or other circuit analysis tools.
• MS Excel for engineering analysis.
• Requirements management tools such as DOORS Jama or PTC Windchill.
• Familiarity with modern electronic equipment manufacturing assembly integration and test technologies and processes.
• Familiarity with lab electronics and test equipment such as oscilloscopes spectrum analyzers logic analyzers power supplies and data acquisition equipment including analysis and reporting of test results.
• Self-starter with the ability to perform in a dynamic working environment.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to make practical engineering decisions with incomplete information.
• Ability to travel for spacecraft test campaigns.
• Strong interpersonal verbal and written communication skills with the ability to explain technical concepts to technical teams customers suppliers executives and other stakeholders.
• Ability to work within a large organization and understand dependencies and stakeholder needs.

While not mandatory candidates will benefit from any of the following:

• Experience in satellite design and development including:
  • Spacecraft electrical systems such as electrical power command and data handling telemetry and telecommand communications harnessing grounding and bonding or payload interfaces.
  • Assembly Integration and Test (AIT) of satellites payloads electrical subsystems or spacecraft-level test campaigns.
  • Spacecraft EMC/EMI analysis testing grounding bonding or electrical compatibility verification.
• Experience with radar RF antenna or communications system design.
• Demonstrated competence in RF link budget analysis communications performance analysis or modern digital communications physical-layer modulation and coding schemes.
• Knowledge of RF and/or antenna fundamentals as applicable to radar communications and spacecraft systems engineering.
• Experience with RF systems design and key performance trade-offs such as noise figure linearity interference rejection bandwidth gain efficiency and thermal or power constraints.
• Experience with RF design tools such as AWR Microwave Office Keysight ADS CST HFSS or equivalent analysis and simulation tools is an asset but not required.

Comments/Special Considerations:

Successful candidates must obtain and hold security clearance at the reliability statuslevel and pass security assessment for theControlled Goods Program (CGP).

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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 MDAs and Canadas leadership in this next golden age.

MDA provides competitive compensation and benefits packages for its employees at all locations. As a team member of MDA you and your qualified dependents are eligible to participate in a benefit plan that ensures a comprehensive level of protection through competitive health care including; extended healthcare and flexible drug plans dental and vision benefits disability income protection life insurance group retirement savings plans; and an employee and family assistance program.

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.

The compensation range for this position is $95K - $130K annually. The specific compensation offered will be based on the qualifications and experience of the successful candidate.

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