Engineering Student, Manufacturing - Summer

Position: Engineering Student, Manufacturing - Summer 2026 (16 months)
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 3,800 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.

MDA Space is currently seeking a  Manufacturing Engineering Co‑op Student . The successful candidate will be responsible for supporting the Manufacturing Engineering department in a variety of tasks including determining the most safe and efficient way to produce and test a product as well as supporting the activities regarding the new MDA Space building. This is a 16‑month term starting in May 2026.

Job Responsibilities

Evaluate manufacturing methods/processes under the guidance of the Manufacturing Engineers regarding product:

Design

Fabrication

Assembly

Tooling

Materials

Support improvement processes regarding company manufacturing efficiency by analyzing:

Work flow

Space requirements

Equipment layout

Contribute to the product and process quality by setting up and assisting with the:

Execution of the designing testing methods and equipment

Testing finished product and process capabilities

Establishing standards

Confirming manufacturing processes

Participate in the product development meetings and assist with implementation of the specified recommendations for product design changes to enhance manufacturing and assembly

Support in standardization initiatives, such as:

Implementing 5S practice in the office and lab spaces

Streamlining processes through documentation and lean optimization

Developing quick‑win solutions to improve from current state into future state

Job Requirements /Education
Interested candidates should be enrolled in their official co‑op program and have general Manufacturing Engineering skills typical of a second/third year Bachelors of Engineering student, or related field experience and a combination of:

Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications with a strong emphasis on Excel

Knowledge or understanding of the:

MRP systems (i.e. LN, SAP, or any other)

Lean principles (VA/NVA, cycle times, lead times, VSM)

Design for Manufacture (DFM)

Design for Assembly (DFA) processes

Design Input and Design Output documentation for manufacturing line

Experience or knowledge of Power

BI, Excel VBA & SQL for visual dashboards and data analytics

Experience or knowledge of production and test layout design including ergonomics & safety

Highly motivated, enthusiastic, and a positive thinker

Strong planning capabilities, problem solving, and organizational skills

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Ability to work under time constraints

Strong ability to work independently on assigned tasks as well as a member of a team

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) and ITAR.

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.

Salary
The compensation range for this position is 25-28$ hourly.

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