Junior Engineer/MTS - Software

For more than three decades, human space flight has been supported by advanced robotics developed by MDA. We have combined complex robotics with control software to develop the Space Shuttle's Canadarm and the Mobile Servicing System for the International Space station. Leveraging our expertise in robotic technology and space-borne sensing systems, MDA is developing sophisticated systems for on-orbit servicing of satellites and planetary missions to explore Moon and Mars.

On Earth we are taking our experience in space robotics into new areas of advanced robotics for medical and mining applications. We invite you to visit our website at www.mdacorporation.com/spacemissions

MDA is currently seeking Software Engineers to fill positions at our Brampton facilities. You will have the opportunity to work on space based and terrestrial robotic system development as well as related technologies.

The candidates will implement a variety of languages working with Human Factors, 3D graphics engines and man machine interfaces as well as computer to computer interfaces such as TCP/IP, Can bus, Rs232 and 1553. Assisting in simulation and analysis using tools such as Matlab and various real time OS, Vxworks, Tornado and embedded XP.

Qualifications and Experience:

Interested candidates must possess a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science / Software / Electrical Engineering and hands on experience through an internship or co-op experience. Extensive hardware background, visions systems, FPGA and microcontroller knowledge is an asset. Working knowledge of the following languages: C, C++, Ada, Java and other scripting languages as well as familiarity with OO techniques, UML, SysML and documentation (SRS, SDD, VDD, STR, STD) are required. You should have solid interpersonal skills and excellent verbal and written English communication skills. You excel in a team environment and are comfortable in decision-making and problem solving. Through your academic training, you have the technical expertise to succeed. All candidates must be able to obtain both CGP and ITAR clearance.

If you are interested in applying for this position, please forward your application quoting Posting No. 09-078 to:

Jeannie Tomlinson
E-mail: jeannie.tomlinson@mdacorporation.com
Manager of Staffing & Employee Relations



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