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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 4,000 + 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.\nFor more information, visit www.mda.space.\nThe Position\nWe’re looking for a Financial Analyst on our Robotics &Space Operations team at our Brampton office.\nWe are seeking an experienced professional to join us in an exciting role that provides exposure to a wide range of MDA Financial & Operational activities. The successful candidate for this position will constantly strive to deliver timely and accurate financial analyses to support business forecasting and key decision-making processes for MDA Information Products. They will constantly and consistently push for continuous improvement in business processes with a focus on implementing “Corporate Best Practices” throughout the Group. 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If you’re excited to expand our place in space and driven to inspire the next generation, we’ll take you there.\nWe 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.\nMDA 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.\nMDA is proud to provide accommodation(s) during the recruitment process. 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