Sr. Systems/AIT Test and Verification Engineer

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. For more information, visit www.mda.space.

Are you ready to launch the next stage of your career in the new space economy? We would love to hear from you!

We’re on the hunt for an Sr. Systems/AIT Test and Verification Engineer

MDA-UK is looking for an AIT Test and Verification Engineer to work on the next generation of 5G NTN satellite systems. In this position, you will be responsible for the all phase of the test cycle including the preparation of test procedures, and test cases, execution of test and report generation. Working closely with other teams to ensure the UUT meets the customer requirements and to ensure its quality is of the correct standard.

You will work closely with various systems engineering groups internally and externally to the business, building a robust and informative trade analysis with a clear and well-structured set of conclusions and recommendations, including ground infrastructure, payload solutions and technology trade-offs.

Responsibilities

• Perform integration and conformance testing 5G elements of the UUT
• Perform electrical integration of the unit under test (UUT) to test benches / test equipment.
• Produce test plans / procedures from test specifications to ensure requirements are met and verified.
• Perform functional and performance testing.
• Create automated test scripts to control / test the UUT and the supporting electrical ground support equipment (EGSE).
• Produce technical reports after test execution.
• Prepare for and support environmental test campaigns including thermal vacuum, vibration, acoustics and EMC.
• Define test equipment requirements.
• Raise, manage and support non-conformances in the review process.
• Provide inputs to project reviews, Test Readiness Reviews, Post Test Review & Test Review Boards
  
  

Requirements

• Degree in Electrical Engineering, Maths or Physics. Master’s degree
• A proven knowledge of testing processes, cycles and approaches
• A good working knowledge of the 5G NR and NB-IoT radio stacks and the ecosystem of technologies implementing it and the corresponding standards (e.g., ORAN and Small Cell Forum)
• Experience of performing 3GPP base station conformance testing
• Understanding of the 5G core network
• Experience operating 5G test equipment and executing test
• Experience with working with and configuring Linux based systems including shell commanding
• 3+ years of experience in communications system engineering
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including a demonstrated ability to interact effectively with customers, management, and peers
  
  

Experience in the space industry, 5G NTN, phased array antennas and on-board processing technology is also desirable.

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 leadership in this next golden age.

Comments/Special Considerations

We are required to conduct a BPSS (Baseline Personnel Security Standard) screening in which we will check your:

• Right to work: To confirm that you are entitled to take up the position as well as check your nationality and immigration status
• Identity: Full ID check
• Criminal records: Basic Disclosure
• Employment history check: Confirmation of past three years of employment (minimum) history/activity
• Reference checks
  
  

Benefits Statement

MDA Space 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; private healthcare, disability income protection, life insurance, pension plan; and an employee assistance program. We also have a Hybrid work model in place, for a better work/life balance.

Equal Opportunity Statement

MDA Space is an equal opportunity employer prizing diversity and inclusion. We are committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity. If you require assistance and/or reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please feel free to notify us.

Accommodations

MDA Ltd. 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.

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