Satellite Database Systems Engineer
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Location: Sainte-anne-de-bellevue, QC H9X 1B3
Description:
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 3,000 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.
Are you ready to launch the next stage of your career in the new space economy? We would love to hear from you!
We are on the hunt for a Satellite Database Engineer on our systems team at our Montreal office.
As the leading global independent commercial supplier of antennas, payloads, and electronics for communication and radar satellites, our team has successfully contributed to hundreds of missions in the past 60 years. With an extensive heritage in a wide range of solutions delivered to customers globally, our Satellite Systems team continues to grow and evolve on the ground and in the stars.
We are 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 are excited to expand our place in space and driven to inspire the next generation, we will 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 and Canada's leadership in this next golden age.
Role :
A Satellite Database Engineer is responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining databases that support satellite integration, operations, telemetry processing, mission planning, and analytics. This role requires expertise in handling large-scale telemetry and command data, including Mission Information Base (MIB) formats, which are essential for defining telemetry and command dictionaries.
Tasks and Technical Skills:
Mission Information Base (MIB) Expertise:
Experience in handling, processing, and managing MIB format files for satellite telemetry and command definitions.
Understanding of MIB database structures for storing telemetry parameters, command definitions, and limits.
Ability to parse, validate, and integrate MIB files into satellite operations software.
Telemetry & Command Data Handling:
Experience with real-time and historical telemetry data processing.
Knowledge of CCSDS (Consultative Committee for Space Data Systems) standards for telemetry and command data.
Familiarity with telemetry data encoding, compression, and error handling.
Data Modeling & Architecture:
Strong knowledge of relational and non-relational database design for space systems.
Ability to optimize database performance for high-volume satellite telemetry and command data.
Big Data & Analytics:
Experience handling large telemetry datasets from satellites and ground stations.
Cloud & Infrastructure:
Experience with cloud-based database solutions (AWS RDS, Azure Cosmos DB, Google BigQuery).
Familiarity with containerized database deployment (Docker, Kubernetes).
Programming & Scripting:
Proficiency in Python, SQL, and shell scripting for automation and data processing.
Experience with database APIs.
Security & Compliance:
Knowledge of encryption, access control, and secure database best practices.
Must haves
Complementary skills/knowledge that will be considered
#LI-PP1 #SP
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.
Benefits statement:
MDA 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 extended healthcare and flexible drug plans, dental and vision benefits, disability income protection, life insurance, group retirement savings plans, and an employee and family assistance program.
Equal opportunity statement:
MDA 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.
Are you ready to launch the next stage of your career in the new space economy? We would love to hear from you!
We are on the hunt for a Satellite Database Engineer on our systems team at our Montreal office.
As the leading global independent commercial supplier of antennas, payloads, and electronics for communication and radar satellites, our team has successfully contributed to hundreds of missions in the past 60 years. With an extensive heritage in a wide range of solutions delivered to customers globally, our Satellite Systems team continues to grow and evolve on the ground and in the stars.
We are 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 are excited to expand our place in space and driven to inspire the next generation, we will 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 and Canada's leadership in this next golden age.
Role :
A Satellite Database Engineer is responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining databases that support satellite integration, operations, telemetry processing, mission planning, and analytics. This role requires expertise in handling large-scale telemetry and command data, including Mission Information Base (MIB) formats, which are essential for defining telemetry and command dictionaries.
Tasks and Technical Skills:
Mission Information Base (MIB) Expertise:
Experience in handling, processing, and managing MIB format files for satellite telemetry and command definitions.
Understanding of MIB database structures for storing telemetry parameters, command definitions, and limits.
Ability to parse, validate, and integrate MIB files into satellite operations software.
Telemetry & Command Data Handling:
Experience with real-time and historical telemetry data processing.
Knowledge of CCSDS (Consultative Committee for Space Data Systems) standards for telemetry and command data.
Familiarity with telemetry data encoding, compression, and error handling.
Data Modeling & Architecture:
Strong knowledge of relational and non-relational database design for space systems.
Ability to optimize database performance for high-volume satellite telemetry and command data.
Big Data & Analytics:
Experience handling large telemetry datasets from satellites and ground stations.
Cloud & Infrastructure:
Experience with cloud-based database solutions (AWS RDS, Azure Cosmos DB, Google BigQuery).
Familiarity with containerized database deployment (Docker, Kubernetes).
Programming & Scripting:
Proficiency in Python, SQL, and shell scripting for automation and data processing.
Experience with database APIs.
Security & Compliance:
Knowledge of encryption, access control, and secure database best practices.
Must haves
- Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field.
- 10+ years of relevant experience
- Experience working with MIB telemetry and command databases for satellite mission operations is highly preferred.
- Familiarity with satellite telemetry ground systems (e.g., mission control software, or flight software integration).
- Previous relevant experience in Satellite Database for LEO/MEO constellation for communication missions
Complementary skills/knowledge that will be considered
- Understanding of the space environment, communication satellites, radio frequency (RF) equipment and the various solar cell & battery technologies
- Ability to lead and/or mentor junior members of the engineering team
- Problem-Solving & Analytical Thinking - Ability to troubleshoot and optimize MIB databases and telemetry processing systems.
- Collaboration & Communication - Work with mission planners, aerospace engineers, and ground control teams to integrate database solutions.
- Attention to Detail - Ensure data integrity, accuracy, and consistency across mission-critical satellite systems.
- Demonstrated capability to efficiently work with little to no supervision
- Strong written and verbal communications skills in English, knowledge of French will be considered favorably
#LI-PP1 #SP
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.
Benefits statement:
MDA 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 extended healthcare and flexible drug plans, dental and vision benefits, disability income protection, life insurance, group retirement savings plans, and an employee and family assistance program.
Equal opportunity statement:
MDA 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.