Aerospace Assembly Technician

Please note that this position will require in person training for 6-12 months in the United States, prior to being located in Richmond, BC

About MDA :

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 Role :

We are on the hunt for an Aerospace Assembly Technician , at our Richmond, BC, Canada office, who wants to be a part of the next generation of Earth Observation missions. Working together with other experienced technicians and engineering staff, the Aerospace Assembly Technician will support the new Remotely Piloted Aircraft Systems (RPAS) program for Canada's latest acquisition of a fleet of remote piloted aircrafts.

As an Aerospace Assembly Technician for the Remotely Piloted Aircraft System program (RPAS), you will be part of an experienced team assembling, testing, integrating and maintaining complex electro-mechanical flight control systems, called Certifiable Ground Control Stations (CGCS), for a large fleet of Canada's Remotely Piloted Aircrafts.

Job Responsibilities :

• Assembling, testing and troubleshooting complex RPAS ground control stations by following existing instructions while employing your knowledge from specialized on-the- job training and previous experiences, as well as industry best practices.
• Following existing test procedures and completing related QA documents as needed to confirm and demonstrate that functional and performance specifications are being met.
• Integrating, commissioning and maintaining RPAS ground control stations at the customer site as needed.
• Actively supporting the engineering team in troubleshooting and failure investigations as well as the implementation of improvements and corrective actions.
• Supporting the general assembly operation by performing material and product inspections, conducting performance and acceptance tests, and moving materials, parts, tools, and products as needed.
• Supporting calibration and maintenance of tools, gauges and measurement devices in accordance with existing processes and instructions.
• Depending on shifting workloads and project priorities, you may be asked to support administrative work or to create documents, instructions, or reports.
• Other duties and responsibilities similar in nature and complexity as is deemed necessary to support ever changing project of business priorities.
• Be an active participant in the MDA UAV Services Safety Management System.
• Competently execute maintenance and work activities within regulatory Health & Safety and technical airworthiness regulations.
• Be an active participant in the MDA UAV / RPAS Services Flight Safety Program.
• Performing RPAS Maintenance Certification and Release activities.
• Controlling the RPAS ground control station software and hardware configurations.
• Using RPAS System maintenance manuals as per the formal training program.
• Assume responsibilities for sustainment of the assembly and maintenance infrastructure.
• Manage tools, test equipment, ground support equipment and applicable calibration requirements at factory and / or site.
• Manage maintenance publications and forms templates.
• Assist with maintenance of Site electrical generators and power distribution systems.
• Perform Inventory Management & Logistics activities.
• Manage stock of RPAS parts at the factory and / or site.
• Perform online inventory management system transactions.
• Receipts.
• Consumption.
• Parts Orders.
• Field Repair Requests.
• Maintenance Job Card summary inputs.
• Perform receiving inspection of parts.
• Raise repair and shipping documentation for parts leaving the factory or site.
• Perform routine inventory stock checks and audits.

Job Requirements :

Comments / Special Considerations :

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.

MDA Space 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 $60,000-80,000 annually.

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