Satellite Systems Engineer
4 days ago
Telesat is a leading global satellite operator, providing reliable and secure satellite-delivered communications solutions worldwide to broadcast, telecommunications, corporate, and government customers for over 50 years. Our legacy of engineering excellence, reliability, and industry-leading customer service has grown us into one of the largest and most successful global satellite operators.
Our VisionWe are revolutionizing global broadband connectivity for enterprise users by delivering a combination of high capacity, security, resiliency, and affordability with ultra-low latency and fiber-like speeds through our Telesat Lightspeed LEO satellite constellation program.
Job SummaryWe are seeking an experienced, motivated, and talented Satellite Systems Engineer to join our team as a member of the growing LEO Payload Engineering team. As a key contributor to the success of the Telesat Lightspeed LEO satellite constellation program, you will play a crucial role in the payload technical monitoring and development of the program.
Main Responsibilities- Collaborate closely with other Telesat Lightspeed segments on several key system aspects such as end-to-end communication, network entry, service availability, and satellite payload power consumption management.
- Liaise with cross-functional teams to align payload design with overall network performance.
- Interface with the spacecraft and/or payload unit suppliers to ensure that the development, qualification, and performance of the hardware meet the Telesat Lightspeed requirements.
- Monitor the spacecraft and payload unit suppliers from a technical perspective to ensure that the committed services and deliveries meet all the technical requirements and remain on schedule.
- Interface directly with supplier engineering staff to understand and resolve design, production, or test issues (co-engineering).
- Review and assess payload integration activities.
- Evaluate the pertinent technical analysis presented by the spacecraft supplier.
- Analyze design review data and actively participate in various Preliminary, Critical, and Test Readiness Reviews, and provide technical reports on program status.
- Take an active part in In-Orbit Testing (IOT) of satellite performance, providing recommendations for satellite acceptance and commissioning.
- Prepare presentations and regular status reports.
- Bachelor of Engineering in Electrical/Aerospace (or equivalent) is required.
- Minimum of 12 years of relevant space industry experience.
- Firm background in satellite payload and/or payload unit engineering.
- Experience with optical communications and/or digital communications and/or space electronics an asset.
- Technical expertise supported by strong organizational and planning skills.
- Strong technical, presentation, interpersonal, and communication skills (verbal and written).
- Familiarity with satellite/payload manufacturing and supply chain management.
- Comfortable with or willing to learn how to use collaborative software such as Jira, Confluence, and Jama.
- Bilingual in English and French an asset (but not required).
- In this role, the incumbent will have significant influence on the payload technical monitoring for the Lightspeed program. The incumbent will need to make recommendations and decisions based on their experience and identify key risks and develop risk mitigation plans with the suppliers.
- The incumbent may lead task teams in the resolution of technical problems or in spacecraft monitoring activities.
- The incumbent will provide technical guidance to senior and junior engineers from all groups.
- Working conditions are typical of an office environment.
- Frequent travel to the spacecraft supplier (Montreal), and occasional international travel will be required.
The successful candidate must be able to work in Canada and obtain clearance under the Canadian Controlled Goods Program (CGP).
At Telesat, we take pride in being an equal opportunity employer that values equality in the workplace. We are committed to providing the best candidate experience possible, including any required accommodations at every stage of our interview process. All qualified applicants that have been selected for an interview that require accommodations, are advised to inform the Telesat Talent team accordingly. We will work with you to meet your needs. All accommodation information provided will be treated as confidential.
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