ABOUT MDA SPACE

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 MDA Space team of more than 3,400 space experts in Canada, the US and the UK 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 Position

We are searching for a Program Manager on our Robotics & Space Operations team at our Brampton office. With 40 years of operational experience and proven performance on the iconic Canadarm programs including Space Shuttle and International Space Station robotics and operations support, our Robotics & Space Operations team has 100% mission success in making space dreams come true.

As our Program Manager, you will manage space programs for domestic and international customers that include opportunities related to new R&D, servicing the International Space Station, commercial space companies and deep space exploration.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate leadership across the organization, promoting common core values
• Lead multi-disciplinary program teams to meet technical, schedule, cost and revenue requirements in a FFP contract environment.
• Identify and manage program risks and opportunities, implement mitigation actions, prioritize work, resolve and/or escalate issues, and manage customer expectations
• Lead negotiation and discussion sessions with customers to reach an agreement on all aspects of the program
• Maintain hands-on control of the program through a process of regular program reviews, design reviews and audits, staff meetings and other program meetings
• Maintain program visibility at the customer level through regular technical, management, and progress meetings.
• Liaise with customers to maintain effective relationships to instill and enhance the customer’s confidence in MDA’s quality systems and products
• Develop and maintain close working relationships with Quality Assurance, Finance, Project Planning and Control, Contracts, Engineering and Manufacturing and New Business Development
• Review program financial information and generate monthly program report to senior management

Experience

• Minimum 5 years Program Management experience in Space, Aerospace, or Defense sector with a min. project or portfolio size of $10M
• Demonstrated success of leading a complex cross functional team to plan and execute project of $10M or greater from inception to delivery, covering design & development, new product introduction, procurement, sub-contract, manufacturing, assembly, qualification testing, integration and functional testing,
• Strong knowledge of program management best practices along with experience with MS Project, earned value methodology, negotiations, risk management, contract management, subcontract management, financials and ITAR regulations

Areas of specific knowledge that are desired include:

• Expert knowledge of Space, Aerospace or Defense industry’s gated process
• Ability to understand contracts
• Knowledge of ITAR and other security regulations
• PMP certification is desirable but not mandatory
• Familiarity with CSA, NASA, ESA is an asset

Required

• 5 years: Program Management Experience within High value programs

• Ability to travel as required

Comments/Special Considerations:

Successful candidates must obtain and hold security clearance at the reliability status level, and pass security assessment for the Controlled Goods Program (CGP).

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. If you’re excited to expand our place in space and driven to inspire the next generation, we’ll take you there.

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 MDA’s and Canada’s 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 $115,000 - $155,000 annually. The specific compensation offered will be based on the qualifications and experience of the successful candidate.

For more information, visit www.mda.space.

Experience

Required

• 5 - 15 years: Aerospace or Defence-Space Experience post grad
• 5 - 10 years: Program Management