Line AIT Manager

Responsibilities

• Oversee the assembly, integration, and testing (AIT) of products to ensure they meet customer and company expectations.
• Act as an ambassador for the unit, communicating with internal stakeholders to plan and execute manufacturing and production activities.
• Manage AIT resources by reviewing requests from program management, product development, and production line management.
• Prepare detailed schedules to track daily progress and conduct regular assessments of costs and estimates to completion.
• Identify key issues and opportunities for improvement within the unit and suggest technical solutions.
• Ensure production line specifications are met during design kick-off meetings to maintain compatibility with existing equipment.
• Support the continuous improvement of high-volume integration lines and oversee the commissioning of new equipment.
• Develop maintenance and qualification plans for the satellite range.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in aerospace, mechanical, electrical, or industrial engineering.
• 7 years of experience in program/project management or project engineering in a related technical field.
• 7 years of experience in assembly, integration, or testing.
• Experience in risk management, contract management, subcontract management, and finance.
• Knowledge of US ITAR regulations.
• Strong communication skills in both French and English.
• Ability to obtain and hold security clearance at the reliability status level.
• Ability to pass security assessment for the Controlled Goods Program (CGP).

Benefits

• Competitive compensation and benefits packages.
• Comprehensive healthcare including extended healthcare and flexible drug plans.
• Dental and vision benefits.
• Disability income protection and life insurance.
• Group retirement savings plans.
• Employee and family assistance program.

About the Company

MDA Space is a global leader in communications satellites, Earth and space observation, and space exploration. With a 55-year history of innovation, we serve as a trusted mission partner to the global space industry, turning audacious visions into achievable missions through engineering excellence.