As a pioneer in robotics, satellite systems and geospatial intelligence, with a 55-year history of firsts and over 450 missions, MDA is a global leader in communications satellites, Earth and space observation, and space infrastructure and exploration. MDA's global team of more than 5,500 space experts has the knowledge and know-how to turn a customer's bold vision into a deliverable mission, driven by a unique blend of experience, technical excellence and wonder that has been in our DNA since day one. This position focuses on optimizing the MES (Manufacturing Execution System) environment and related sub-systems, in alignment with other major enterprise systems such as ERP, PLM, quality and project management, which support all MDA facilities.
The Business
Analyst analyzes complex problems and provides sustainable automated solutions to the business. The candidate supports the system development life cycle from design to testing phases. Provide technical expertise in identifying, evaluating and developing cost-effective systems and procedures that meet user needs and company policies.
Ensure compliance with MDA policies and consistency of practices across all facilities. Recommend changes, propose alternatives, improvements and identify gaps when business needs are not met. plan and execute unit, integration and acceptance tests; and create system specifications to meet business requirements and policies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve business or system issues.
Participate in technical design, testing, implementation planning, maintenance, and technical and systems support as part of system initiatives. Implement new technologies by participating in the evaluation of tools, software and technological practices, and maintain compliance with MDA's data governance policy. Design training programs, create documentation and user guides,
and deliver training to other team members.
Provide general systems analysis and design support for other enterprise system-related activities as required. Using tools such as PowerBI and Excel, develop and present findings on key performance indicators, projections and performance analysis. Bachelor's degree in business administration, computer science or information technology, or in other relevant fields, or proven professional experience as a business analyst. ~2+ years of experience as a business analyst, with specific experience in MES, ERP and other related systems. ~ Knowledge of relational database management systems (RDBMS) (Microsoft SQL Server). ~ Programming experience (C#, Microsoft SQL and VB.Net). ~ Reporting and business intelligence platform: Power BI, IBM Cognos, Crystal Reports, Microsoft BI (SSRS, SSIS, SSAS) are an asset, or equivalent. ~ Comprehensive understanding of manufacturing, supply chain flows and quality. ~ Experience with Infor LN 10.7, manufacturing execution system and quality management system.
Proficiency with tools such as JIRA, Confluence or other project management and documentation tools. Proven experience as a tester in a software development environment. Hands-on experience with Soap/Rest APIs/web services.
Successful candidates must obtain and hold a reliability status security clearance and successfully pass the security assessment for the Controlled Goods Program (CGP). As an equal opportunity employer that values diversity, integrity and collaboration, we are committed to strengthening MDA's and Canada's leadership status in this new chapter. MDA offers competitive compensation and benefits to its employees across all facilities. supplemental health care plans and versatile prescription drug plans dental and vision care benefits income protection in the event of disability life insurance group retirement savings plans an employee and family assistance program
📌 Intermediate / Senior Business Analyst (Montreal)
🏢 MDA
📍 Montreal