Engineering Student, Spacecraft Testing - DFL

MDA Space • Ottawa, ON

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Building the space between proven and possible, MDA Space 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 global MDA Space team of more than 3,800 space experts 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.

We’re on the hunt for an Engineering Student to support the testing facilities at our David Florida Laboratory (“DFL”). This is a 4 to 8 month Co-Op opportunity starting in May/June 2026.

Requirements

• Be enrolled in a Bachelors in Engineering, Bachelors in Aerospace, or equivalent
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Highly motivated team player with excellent communication skills, and willingness to learn and adapt

Responsibilities

• Support the day-to-day operations of the structural test facility with flexibility to support thermal and RF test facilities.
• Support equipment maintenance, calibration, process development, test preparation and execution, and safety protocols
• Assemble test fixtures, sensors, and data‑acquisition hardware
• Read and interpret test specifications, equipment datasheets, and engineering drawings
• Maintain accurate test records
• Produce daily/weekly status reports

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees