Project / Program Management

Project Coordinator / Integrator - Entry Level

at MDS Aero Support Corporation

📍 Location Ottawa, ON K1B 5L3
📋 Details Full-time · Permanent · CDN $60,000-$83,000 · N/A
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About the Role

Coordinate project plans, schedules, and cross-functional tasks

About MDS Aero Support Corporation

Canada's Best Managed; aerospace engineering leader

Full Description

Interested in building a career path in Engineering Project Management?

Join MDS Aero Support as a Project Integrator and gain valuable exposure to the coordination, planning, and operational side of large-scale engineering projects. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys organization, collaboration, and working with cross-functional technical teams — and who is interested in developing toward a future career in project management within an engineering environment.

For over three decades, MDS has maintained its unrivaled position as a global leader in Gas Turbine Engine Solutions, serving prestigious companies worldwide. Specializing in aviation, industrial, and marine solutions, MDS provides tailored, complete Gas Turbine Engine test facilities, establishing itself as a key partner to its clients. From building the world’s most advanced, one-of-a-kind gas turbine engine test facilities—with projects in more than 20 countries—to being at the forefront of research and development, MDS continually drives innovation.

At MDS, we are on the lookout for a Entry level Project Coordinator / Integrator to be a valuable addition to our dynamic team.

If you have 12-16 months of coop experience in the project management space, we encourage you to apply and be part of our growing team.

Overview

The Projects and Systems Engineering departments work as a team to manage and deliver a project. As a Project Integrator, you’ll be a part of the Project Operations team responsible for the overall accountability for all aspects of a project with a primary focus on cost and delivery. A day in the life of a Project Integrator involves going dedication to support and assist both the Project Manager (PM) and the Systems Engineer (SE) in all aspects of their responsibilities. You’ll be working in close collaboration with both the Project Managers and Systems Engineers to support the best interests of the project with tight deadline. You’ll see multimillion-dollar projects through from start to finish, leaving a strong feeling of satisfaction.

What you’ll be doing:

  • Assist in managing projects from planning stage, through execution and final product delivery
  • Assist in interpreting contract technical and commercial requirements and generating scopes of work (work packages) for engineering
  • Prepare, monitor, update and control detailed project schedules and budgets
  • Prepare, monitor, update and control Risk Assessments
  • Participate in internal and Client coordination meetings, prepare detailed meeting minutes and update internal and Client Action Summary Lists
  • Interact with all engineering departments to help expedite drawings, deliverables and specifications
  • Prepare and review technical documents, including official correspondence with the Client and assure the relevant information is distributed appropriately to the engineering departments
  • Assist in vendor management on design build and build to print purchases once a PO is placed, including: planning, tracking and coordinating shipping, fabrication and assembly activities
  • Plan and coordinate activities on project-specific work sites relating to Construction and Engineering, including: assisting the Site Manager with coordination of subcontractors, installation of Test Systems, commissioning and site acceptance

Who are we looking for?

  • You’re highly skilled in MS Project, MS Excel, MS Word
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills
  • Ability to read and interpret architectural, mechanical, instrumentation and electrical drawings
  • Ability to multitask and achieve fixed deadlines
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Strong organizational skills
  • Creative problem-solving skills
  • Second language is an asset
  • Experience with Epicor is an asset
  • Ability to travel to internationally located work sites for short and/or extended durations

What’ll help you succeed?

  • 1-3 years of relevant experience in project management or design & analysis or 12-16 months of coop experience in the project management space.
  • You have good knowledge of mechanical and electrical systems, building construction, and/or steel fabrication
  • You’ve earned a Degree in Aerospace, Electrical, Chemical, or Mechanical Engineering from a recognized university or college
  • You’ve worked in the Gas Turbine testing industry (desirable)
  • You’re eligible for a Membership with Professional Engineers Ontario

What's in it for you?

  • We live, sleep and breathe our corporate values: We communicate for ENGAGEMENT; We operate as ONE TEAM; We act PROMPTLY and with PURPOSE; We OWN the outcome; We play the LONG GAME
  • No matter who you are or where you’re from, we welcome new ideas and fresh perspectives. We believe in teamwork. We’re better, together.
  • We strive to foster personal and professional growth by providing all employees with internal career advancement.

On top of that, MDS offers the following:

  • Canada’s Best Managed companies (Platinum member)
  • Employee bonus program
  • Defined Contribution Pension Plan
  • Medical, dental and vision benefits
  • Health spending account
  • Health & Wellness Benefits
  • Positive and flexible work environment
  • Opportunity for career advancement
  • Strong focus on learning and development
  • Company events including family holiday party, employee events, executive - led coffee talks, team gatherings, and so much more
  • Inclusive workforce

Pay range : CDN $60,000 - 83,000

Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on this job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position across all Canada locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. This position may also be eligible for other types of compensation in addition to base salary, such as variable bonus & benefits.

MDS is an equal opportunity employer. MDS does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of age, race, color, mental or physical disability, religion, sex or national origin or ethnic origin.

MDS Aero Support is committed to an inclusive and accessible recruitment process in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Accommodations are available upon request at any stage of the hiring process.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those candidates who meet or exceed our requirements, are legally eligible to work in Canada, are eligible for Controlled Goods, and do not require sponsorship will be contacted.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We use AI tools solely to assist with drafting and improving the wording of our job postings. AI is not used at any stage of candidate screening, résumé review, or hiring decision-making. All applications are reviewed by our recruitment team.

Telephone calls not accepted from candidates or agencies.

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