Serving the world from its Canadian home and global offices, MDA is an international space mission partner and a robotics, satellite systems and geointelligence pioneer with a 50-year story of firsts on and above the Earth. With 2,000 employees in Canada, the US and the UK, MDA is leading the charge towards viable Moon colonies, enhanced Earth observation, communication in a hyper-connected world, and more. With a track record of making ambitions come true, MDA enables highly skilled people to continually push boundaries, tackle big challenges, and imagine solutions that inspire and endure to change the world for the better, on the ground and in the stars.
MDA’s deep heritage and broad range of capabilities are organized into three business areas: Geointelligence, Robotics & Space Operations, and Satellite Systems.
GEOINTELLIGENCE
Our mission is to turn data into insight. From detecting changes in our fragile ecosystems to monitoring northern ice floes to exposing illegal fishing vessels, our near-real time imagery and data analytics services derived from our space-based radar and multi-sensor ground system capabilities position us as a leading provider of geointelligence to customers worldwide.
ROBOTICS & SPACE OPERATIONS
With 40 years of operational experience and proven performance on the iconic Canadarm programs including Space Shuttle and International Space Station robotics and operations support, our Robotics & Space Operations team has 100% mission success in making space dreams come true.
SATELLITE SYSTEMS
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.
MDA’s deep heritage and broad range of capabilities are organized into three business areas: Geointelligence, Robotics & Space Operations, and Satellite Systems.
GEOINTELLIGENCE
Our mission is to turn data into insight. From detecting changes in our fragile ecosystems to monitoring northern ice floes to exposing illegal fishing vessels, our near-real time imagery and data analytics services derived from our space-based radar and multi-sensor ground system capabilities position us as a leading provider of geointelligence to customers worldwide.
ROBOTICS & SPACE OPERATIONS
With 40 years of operational experience and proven performance on the iconic Canadarm programs including Space Shuttle and International Space Station robotics and operations support, our Robotics & Space Operations team has 100% mission success in making space dreams come true.
SATELLITE SYSTEMS
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.
Location: Canada, Ontario, Brampton
Employees: 1001-5000
Founded date: 1969
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| 12.11.2025 | Tekna and Burloak Technologies partner to supply materials for over 50,000 3D printed satellite components | Tekna Holding ASA, a Sherbrooke, Canada–based developer of plasma systems and advanced materials, has entered a strategic partnership with Burloak Technologies, a Canadian metal additive manufacturing company, to supply metal powders for th... |
| 22.10.2025 | Dell expands AI Data Platform to make enterprise data AI-ready at scale The AI platform turns data into an operational advantage Real-world impact: AI in action Ecosystem integrations bring AI data to... | Dell Technologies Inc. is expanding the foundation of its Dell AI Factory with a platform built to turn fragmented enterprise data into production-ready AI outcomes. Introduced at Dell Tech World earlier this year, the Dell AI Data Platform... |
| 01.10.2025 | Starlab Adds Space Applications Services as Strategic Partner, Equity Owner in Joint Venture | European leader in space infrastructure, payload integration and mission operations joins Starlab to strengthen international reach and extend capabilities for Starlab customers HOUSTON and SYDNEY, Oct. 1, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Starlab Space... |
| 08.09.2025 | SpaceX Илона Маска купит спектр EchoStar за $17 млрд | Эта сделка позволит проблемной телекоммуникационной компании Чарли Эргена урегулировать надвигающееся расследование регулирующих органов и погасить часть долгов. SpaceX покупает спектр AWS-4 и H-block, предназначенный для спутниковой и моби... |
| 30.08.2025 | mPower Technology: Strategic Investment Raised From Lockheed Martin Ventures | mPower Technology, a leading innovator in flexible solar power for space applications, has received a strategic investment from Lockheed Martin Ventures, the venture capital arm of Lockheed Martin Corporation. The investment supplements mPo... |
| 04.03.2025 | Starlab Advances to Full Development After Successfully Completing Key NASA Milestone | Full development of the Starlab space station begins following the successful completion of the PDR, ensuring a seamless transition of activity from the International Space Station to commercial destinations. HOUSTON, March 4, 2025 /PRNewsw... |
| 02.01.2025 | Канадская IT-компания Softchoice будет продана за $1,3 млрд американской World Wide Technology | Компания объявила во вторник утром, что сделка оценивается в C$1,8 млрд ($1,3 млрд) или C$24,50 за акцию наличными для Softchoice, и будет контролироваться TD Securities. Соглашение также предусматривает комиссию за расторжение в размере C$... |
| 13.09.2024 | MDA DOUBLES SATELLITE MANUFACTURING CAPACITY AS IT RAMPS UP MDA AURORA™ PRODUCTION TO MEET GROWING GLOBAL DEMAND | Creates world's largest high-volume manufacturing facility in its satellite class and adds 600 new high-skill technology jobs in Quebec SAINTE-ANNE-DE-BELLEVUE, QC, Sept. 13, 2024 /PRNewswire/ - MDA (TSX: MDA), a trusted mission partner to ... |
| 10.09.2024 | MDA SPACE AWARDED ANTENNA SYSTEM CONTRACT BY SWISSTO12 TO SUPPORT HUMMINGSAT GEO SATELLITES | Antennas will be used on three GEO SmallSats for the Inmarsat-8 Program BRAMPTON, ON, Sept. 10, 2024 /PRNewswire/ - MDA Space Ltd. (TSX: MDA), a trusted space mission partner to the rapidly expanding global space industry, today announced i... |
| 08.09.2024 | The New Era of Earth Observation: Satellites and Data Collaboration | In a world increasingly shaped by climate change, the need for precise and timely data has never been more critical. Two recent developments highlight the growing importance of satellite technology in disaster management and Earth observati... |
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