Digital Payload System Engineer

1 month ago


Montreal, Quebec, Canada Macdonald, Dettwiler And Associates Corporation Full time
Unlock the Future of Space Exploration

Macdonald, Dettwiler And Associates Corporation is a global leader in space technology, and we're seeking a talented Digital Payload System Engineer to join our Satellite Systems team in Montreal.

About the Role

As a Digital Payload System Engineer, you will play a key role in designing and developing cutting-edge digital payloads for our communication satellites. Your expertise will be crucial in ensuring the success of our missions, and you will have the opportunity to work on a wide range of projects, from proposal and program efforts to front-end design and detailed analyses.

Key Responsibilities
  • Support and lead technical projects and end-to-end telecommunications systems engineering activities using digital transponders.
  • Design and develop communication satellite payloads, from conventional RF bent pipe payloads to digital onboard processing payloads.
  • Generate and support system requirements definition and subsystem specifications for RF and digital equipment, including digital channel processor specifications and direct radiating array phase antennas.
  • Perform requirement analysis and system trade studies, as well as link and performance budget calculations and evaluations.
  • Develop and supervise methods, standards, plans, and procedures for systems engineering tools and systems tests for payload with digital channel processing.
Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree or higher in Electrical Engineering, Physics, or equivalent.
  • Minimum 7-10 years of experience in digital equipment and signal processing, with knowledge of RF and system payloads.
  • Demonstrated experience in leading multi-disciplinary engineering teams is desired.
  • Excellent communication, technical writing, and oral presentation skills.
  • English required; French fluency would be an asset.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills, strong work ethic, and self-motivation.
  • Strong analytic, technical, and problem-solving skills.
  • Canadian citizen or permanent resident is preferred.
What We Offer

As a valued member of our team, you will enjoy a competitive compensation and benefits package, 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.

Macdonald, Dettwiler And Associates Corporation is an equal opportunity employer, committed to growing our leadership in the space industry and promoting diversity, integrity, and collaboration.



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