Building the space between proven and possible, MDA Space (TSX:MDA) 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 5,500 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.

Are you ready to launch the next stage of your career in the new space economy? AI&T; manager - EGSE Software on our Satellite systems team at our Montreal office. The Software AI&T; Manager manages the test automation software delivery related to the Assembly, Integration and test portion of a program, an element of a program, a product, to meet customer and Company expectations.

A broader objective of this position is to support the Company's growth by undertaking tasks that may not have a direct bearing on the management of the program (e.g. interaction with senior management and line management on operational issues identified on the program). Reviews requests from programs, product development management, line management, applies and organizes the required resources to manage the AI&T; test automation software development portion of a program/product in its entirety. Negotiates, discusses and reaches agreement with the customer (internal or external) with respect to the key requirements and objectives of the program/product, as well as the funding, resources and methods required.

In many cases these will be in conflict,



and the Software AI&T; Manager must maintain a diplomatic and persuasive approach to maintain a balance between what can be achieved for the budget and schedule provided, while maintaining the interests of the Company. Collaborates with software department line manager and software development leads for resource requirements and tracking of work execution. Identifies and manages AI&T; risks and opportunities related to product/program.

Maintains hands‑on control of the AI&T; through a process of regular program reviews, design reviews and audits, workarounds plan meeting, staff meetings, program meetings and the like. Provides technical and administrative guidance, direction and decision‑making to the AI&T; team. Maintains AI&T; visibility at the customer level through regular technical, management, and progress meetings.

Maintains visibility of the program to senior management through monthly program reviews and briefings as needed on subjects of importance to the Company.

Work Experience Requirements

Software/Computer or Electrical Engineering or similar degree, Bachelors or higher 7 years’ experience of program / project management or project engineering in related technical field 7 years’ experience of Assembly, integration and/or test automation of embedded systems Experience of working in an Agile software development environment Experience with negotiations, risk management, contract management, subcontract management, financials, US ITAR regulations. Communication skills in both French and English required.(Work in collaboration with the staff at the Ontario headquarters.) Successful candidates must obtain and hold security clearance at the reliability status level, and pass security assessment for the Controlled Goods Program (CGP) and ITAR. extended healthcare and adaptable drug plans, dental and vision benefits, disability income protection, life insurance, group retirement savings plans; and an employee and family assistance program.

📌 Software AI&T Manager (Saint-Joseph-de-Beauce)
🏢 MDA Space
📍 Saint-Joseph-de-Beauce