Superviseur, Ingénierie de test

MDA•Sainte-Anne-de-Bellevue, QC

2d•Onsite

About The Position

MDA Space (TSX : MDA) is a trusted mission partner to the global space industry and the United States government. A pioneer in space robotics, satellite systems and geospatial intelligence, with a 55-year history of world-firsts and more than 450 missions, MDA Space is a global leader in communication satellites, Earth observation, space infrastructure and exploration. MDA Space's team of over 3,000 space experts in Canada, the U.S., and the U.K. has the knowledge and expertise to transform a client's bold vision into a mission-achievable reality, through a unique combination of experience, technical excellence and wonder that has been part of our DNA since day one. For those who dream big and push boundaries on Earth and in the stars to change the world for the better, we will take you there. Are you ready to take the next step in your career in the new space economy? We'd love to hear from you! We are looking for a Test Engineering Supervisor to join our Satellite Systems team at our Montreal office. As the world's first independent commercial supplier of antennas, payloads, and electronics for communication satellites and radar, our team has successfully contributed to hundreds of missions over the past 60 years. With a long history of a wide range of solutions provided to customers worldwide, our Satellite Systems team continues to grow and evolve on the ground and in the stars. We are a dream team of passionate, collaborative, and determined individuals, and we are constantly looking for others to join #TeamMDA to drive new and innovative approaches to problem-solving that push us to improve life on and above Earth. If you are excited about expanding our place in space and want to inspire the next generation, we will lead you there. We have entered a new era of exploration and development, and MDA invites all who wish to step into it and be a part of it. As an employer committed to equal opportunity and valuing diversity, integrity, and collaboration, we are committed to strengthening MDA's and Canada's leadership in this new chapter. Professional development and career advancement are two terms that resonate with you. Do you have what it takes to become a Test Engineering Supervisor? If you are a natural leader and managing people energizes you. We are looking for someone who can supervise and coach multidisciplinary teams to achieve optimal production results, then this position is for you. You will work with cutting-edge electronic and mechanical technologies, planning tools, and ERP logic, and you will collaborate with various program managers. Take charge of your career and accelerate your journey by joining our passionate and innovative team. Apply today!

Requirements

Degree in engineering or similar degree in an appropriate discipline, Bachelor's degree or higher.
Knowledge of electronic and mechanical technologies involved in space hardware production is an asset.
5 to 10 years of experience in engineering/manufacturing.
The candidate must have demonstrated good interpersonal, conflict resolution, and leadership skills.
Professional aspirations to manage teams of people in a dynamic environment.
Experience or interest in developing skills in resource management, negotiation, risk management techniques, and financial reporting.
Excellent understanding of planning tools and ERP logic. Knowledge of the planning, purchasing, finance, and ERP system modules and understanding the interrelationship of these modules.
Advanced Excel skills
Advanced interpersonal communication skills.
Knowledge of manufacturing processes is an asset.
Experience in a unionized environment.

Responsibilities

Leads various teams of engineers
Reviews program requirements, constraint assessment and resolution of operational conflicts
Actively works to improve work methods and production-related processes
Advises program managers and line managers on issues of conflicting resource demands
Assigns production personnel according to the established production schedule
Acts as a coach, trains direct reports and actively participates in their skills development
Acts as the main point of contact for production employees
Monitors and accelerates the availability of resources, materials and operations while respecting our quality standards
Adequately communicates relevant information and works to develop the autonomy and efficiency of their team
Performs supervisory tasks for operations within their specified areas and with knowledge of the company's collective agreements
In addition to supervising direct employees in their group, the candidate will provide guidance and support to the entire production team regarding their tasks, programs, and production management
Communicates with planning and program control personnel to manage internal operations and mitigate risks
Acts as an interface and communicates with program managers and line managers regarding various issues related to received materials, production, or others
May act as a replacement for the production manager in case of absence or delegation
Acts as an interface and communicates with line managers as needed regarding critical failures and recovery plans, and may participate in strategic resource initiatives from senior management in specified areas
Ensures the training and coaching of employees in the specified area of expertise and participates in their performance evaluation by assessing their performance and recommending areas for development
Conducts interviews with potential new employees
Ensure the proper application and adherence to the company's general policies and processes by departmental staff.
Support the development and updating of departmental policies, processes, work instructions, and standards, and ensure they are accessible to and respected by staff.
Propose and lead new initiatives, or participate in operational process improvement (OPI) initiatives to improve departmental or overall efficiency.
Ensure that all health and safety procedures and policies are respected and maintained.