Digital Payload System Architect

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Job Title: Digital Payload Principal System Engineer
Location: Montreal
Company Overview: A leader in aerospace technology, specializing in the design and manufacturing of advanced communication satellite systems for global deployment.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Electrical & Computer Engineering, Physics, or a related field. Equivalent combination of education and experience may also be considered.
• A minimum of 7 years of experience in satellite payload design and implementation.
• Proven experience in leading multi-disciplinary engineering teams.
• Extensive knowledge of satellite LEO/MEO constellation architecture and system design.
• Familiarity with digital communication equipment, signal processing and modulation schemes, and antenna performance parameters.
• Experience with Software Defined Radio (SDR), routing protocols, and networking.
• Understanding of 5G NTN technologies is highly favorable.
• Proficiency in simulation tools and software development using Agile methodologies.
• Strong understanding of the space environment, orbit mechanics, and aerospace engineering fundamentals.
• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English; knowledge of French is an asset.
• Demonstrated interpersonal skills and a strong work ethic.

ROLE SUMMARY:

The Digital Payload Principal System Engineer is responsible for leading the design, architecture, and optimization of end-to-end digital payload systems and subsystems for a high-capacity satellite constellation. This includes LEO and MEO communication satellites equipped with very high data rate systems.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead the architectural design and development of communication satellite payloads and the overall telecommunication strategy for satellite constellations.
• Engage in detailed requirement analysis, perform trade studies, and execute capacity evaluations for optimizing satellite payload performance.
• Interface with customers and cross-functional program teams to ensure alignment of technical objectives and program goals.
• Define system requirements and ensure their translation into detailed designs for subsystems including onboard digital processors, direct radiating phased array antennas, optical intra-satellite links, and feeder subsystems.
• Oversee and generate comprehensive test plans and supervise testing procedures.
• Participate and lead design reviews throughout the Space Programs Life Cycle.
• Contribute to the development and integration of digital communication equipment, signal processing technologies, and networking solutions within the payload.