Communications Manager - Internal

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 4,000 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. For more information, visitwww.mda.space.

Do you want real experience to help launch a career in the new space economy? We would love to hear from you!

We’re seeking a bilingual Communications Manager to join our Corporate Communications team. Reporting to the Senior Manager, Marketing Communications for Satellite Systems, this is a new position created at our advanced satellite manufacturing facility in Montréal’s West Island.

At MDA Space, we’re changing the world and the space around it. As the leading global supplier of communications and radar satellites as well as satellite subsystems, our team has successfully contributed to hundreds of missions in the past 60 years. We work with the best engineers and innovators in our industry. This is a dynamic time for our company and the space industry, and we need an exceptional communicator to help tell our story. 

Your role will primarily focus on internal communications, with some level of responsibility for external communications and events. This is an ideal role for a curious, versatile candidate who enjoys variety in their work, can operate in a complex industry, and is comfortable exercising a certain degree of autonomy in an environment where priorities can change rapidly.

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 and Canada’s leadership in this next golden age.

Responsibilities:

• Help develop and manage Satellite Systems internal communication channels
• Assist in the development and execution of communications strategies to support Satellite Systems activities
• Draft and review content for Satellite Systems and MDA Space internal channels (articles for the intranet or the external blog, business-area emails, digital screens, newsletters)
• Work with graphic artists to create compelling visuals and content for our channels
• Ensure that content meets MDA Space guidelines and quality standards
• Plan and manage the Satellite Systems content calendar and collaborate with the MDA Space internal and external teams for the deployment of content on company-wide and external channels
• Lead or support the organization of presentations, events,  community activities and other assignments as required
• Monitor the performance of Satellite Systems content on internal and external communications channels, update analytics trackers and develop reports to inform our strategy.
• Keep abreast of and advise on relevant trends and internal communication best practices.

Qualifications:

Required Skills/Experience

• Ideal candidates have at least 5 years of experience in communications, preferably in the high-tech sector and/or a publicly traded company

• Bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism or a related field

• Bilingual, with impeccable written and spoken French and English.Contact with executives at the Ontario head office and the British Columbia and UK offices. 

• Strong written/verbal communication skills 

• An ability to accurately simplify complex concepts without oversimplifying

• Solid analytical and problem-solving skills

• Highly motivated, enthusiastic, and a positive thinker

• Proven ability to work in a fast-paced environment and effectively manage multiple competing requests with great attention to detail.

• Excellent organizational skills; ability to manage multiple projects at once and prioritize what matters.

Beneficial Skills/Experience

• Strong ability to collaborate with local and global teams with diplomacy and tact

• Understanding of various communication channels, including social media, and how to engage an audience

• Knowledge of and competence in project management

• Photography/videography/visual editing skills an asset

• A love of learning

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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).

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 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.

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.

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.