Telecommunications Systems Specialist

2 months ago


Ottawa, Ontario, Canada Telesat Full time

About Telesat

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. Backed by a legacy of engineering excellence, reliability and industry-leading customer service, Telesat has grown to be one of the largest and most successful global satellite operators.

Our Mission

Telesat is committed to delivering innovative satellite-based solutions that meet the evolving needs of our customers. We strive to be at the forefront of the satellite industry, leveraging cutting-edge technology to provide high-quality services that exceed our customers' expectations.

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced and highly skilled Satellite System Architect to join our team. As a Satellite System Architect, you will play a pivotal role in the design and development of our Lightspeed constellation system.

Main Responsibilities

  • System Design and Development
    • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define Lightspeed system architecture, system requirements, and network element (including satellite) specifications, ensuring alignment with project goals and customer needs.
    • Contribute to the design and development of key aspects such as end-to-end communication, resource allocation mechanisms, network entry mechanism, network element management systems, service availability, EPFD compliance and coordination mechanisms, satellite payload power consumption management, resource utilization efficiency, spectrum management, user terminal type integration, and concepts of operation.
  • Technical Leadership
    • Provide technical leadership and guidance to junior engineers in the System Design team.
  • Documentation and Collaboration
    • Develop and maintain Lightspeed system architecture documentation, including subsystems definition, interfaces, and data flows, to ensure optimal performance and reliability of the system.
    • Collaborate with the System Integration and Test team to plan the integration and testing of all elements of the Lightspeed constellation system.
  • Risk Management and Innovation
    • Identify and manage technical risks related to the system design and develop mitigation strategies and contingency plans as needed.
    • Stay up-to-date with emerging technologies and trends in the satellite industry, and contribute innovative ideas to design and operation of the Lightspeed constellation system.
  • Communication and Collaboration
    • Create and maintain documentation as required.
    • Collaborate with external partners, vendors, and stakeholders as required to ensure project success.

Requirements

  • Education and Experience
    • Bachelor's, Master's, or Ph.D. degree in Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field.
    • Proven experience in satellite system architecture and design, with a minimum of 15 years in similar roles.
  • Specialized Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
    • Creative problem-solver with thorough attention to detail.
    • Highly collaborative team-player who can quickly earn the confidence of co-workers and teammates.
    • Strong leadership and communication skills.
    • Excellent oral and written communication skills.
    • Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with management, engineering teams and partners / suppliers.
    • Experience with business considerations and practical limitations related to system design and implementation.
    • Ability to prioritize opportunities, needs and resources.
    • Fluent in English, written and oral. French is an asset.

Equipment Used

  • Computers running Windows and Linux.

Decision Making and Supervision

  • In this role, the incumbent will issue recommendations and have influence on the Lightspeed system design.
  • This role has no direct reports.

Clearance Requirements

The successful candidate must be able to work in Canada and obtain clearance under the Canadian Controlled Goods program (CGP).



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