MDA Space
Senior Program Manager - (ASIC and technology development)
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ABOUT MDA SPACE
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 global MDA Space team of more than 4,400 space experts 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.
Our Sat Connect IC business unit, a division of our Satellite Systems business, is a leading provider of ASICs, software, multibeam electronically steered antennas, and complete systems for communication satellites, as well as ground and airborne terminals. With locations in Israel, the UK, and the US, we are a technology leader in satellite communication.
Role:
The Senior Program Manager will lead complex ASIC and technology development programs from concept through design, validation, qualification, production and customer delivery. The role is responsible for overall program execution, ensuring delivery against technical, schedule, cost, quality and customer requirements. The role requires strong leadership of multidisciplinary R&D teams and effective management of customers, suppliers and internal stakeholders.
- Drive cross-functional alignment and accountability across Engineering, Operations, Quality, Finance, Supply Chain and other supporting functions
- Proactively manage program risks, opportunities, dependencies and critical decisions, ensuring timely mitigation and escalation
- Provide clear program visibility to senior management and customers through structured reporting, performance tracking and regular program reviews
Responsibilities / Tasks:
- Lead end-to-end execution of complex ASIC and technology development programs, ensuring delivery against scope, schedule, cost and quality objectives
- Develop and maintain integrated program plans, milestones, resources, budgets and key performance indicators
- Lead cross-functional teams across Systems, VLSI. HW, SW, Validation, RF, Operations, Quality and Supply Chain
- Manage program risks, opportunities, dependencies and critical issues, driving mitigation and timely escalation
- Monitor program performance using schedule, financial and Earned Value metrics, and drive corrective actions where required
- Lead customer and stakeholder communication, including program reviews, progress meetings and resolution of key issues
- Work closely with relevant functions to ensure effective management of suppliers, subcontractors and external development partners, and alignment with overall program commitments
- Coordinate technical and program milestones, including design reviews, tape-out, qualification, production readiness and customer delivery
- Provide regular program reporting, including weekly program updates, bi-weekly reviews, Monthly Program Reviews (MPRs), financial forecasts, risks and key decisions
- Drive effective decision-making, accountability and collaboration across geographically distributed and multidisciplinary teams
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Minimum Required Qualifications:
- BSc/MSc in Engineering or related technical discipline; MBA is an advantage
- 10+ years of program management experience, with a proven track record delivering complex ASIC, semiconductor, HW/SW or technology programs
- Experience leading multidisciplinary R&D and product development programs through design, qualification and production
- Strong understanding of ASIC/VLSI and HW/SW development lifecycles
- Experience with program planning, budgeting, risk management, Earned Value Management and customer management
- Experience with ESA programs and familiarity with ESA standards and processes is highly desirable
- Background in Space/Satellite, Aerospace, Semiconductor or Networking industries is an advantage
- Strong leadership, communication, organizational, problem-solving and escalation-management skills
- Ability to work effectively across multidisciplinary and geographically distributed teams in a demanding environment
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic environment while managing multiple priorities and deadlines
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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 Space 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 Space’s leadership in this next golden age.
BPSS is for UK roles only: 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
UK Only - 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.
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.
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MDA Space 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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