Harness Assembler

MDA • Sainte-Anne-de-Bellevue, QC

9d • 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. The role involves assembling harnesses and may also require performing duties of a production and general helper. The level of responsibility includes structured work processes, with some analysis required before independently choosing from known processes.

Requirements

• Plan reading.
• Basic knowledge of the principle of tolerances and geometric dimensions.
• Knowledge of IPC-A-620 standards.
• Ability to retrieve and enter data using a computer system.
• Use of production databases.
• Good knowledge of French.
• Fine manual dexterity.
• Education: College or vocational diploma (DCS or DVS) in one of the following fields: mechanics, electromechanics, electronics, aeronautics or equivalent.
• Experience: Two (2) to five (5) years of relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Crimp contacts and perform wire pull tests.
• Terminate connectors (D-Sub/Circular/Coaxial).
• Prepare cables and wires.
• Make harnesses.
• Integrate/terminate harnesses in electronic modules, antennas and payloads.
• Mechanically assemble connectors and backshells.
• Solder or install mechanical points according to specifications.
• Tin components.
• Develop and build exact models.
• Prepare, handle and use polymer products for bonding components.
• Inspect, check and validate the conformity of certain tasks carried out by colleagues.
• Support research and development.
• Any other related duties.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation and benefits packages.
• 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.
• Accommodation(s) during the recruitment process.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees