Ls336 - Leo Satellite Operations Engineering Specialist

at  Telesat Canada

Telesat (NASDAQ and TSX: TSAT) 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.
Telesat Lightspeed, our revolutionary Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellite network, scheduled to begin service in 2027, will revolutionize 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. Telesat is headquartered in Ottawa, Canada, and has offices and facilities around the world.
The company’s state-of-the-art fleet consists of 15 GEO satellites, the Canadian payload on ViaSat-1 and one LEO 3 demonstration satellite. For more information, follow Telesat on X and LinkedIn or visit www.telesat.com
Telesat believes in the power of collaboration and the value of in-person interactions. This is why our employees generally work from the office Tuesday - Thursday, leaving Monday and Friday for choice and flexibility to work where you feel most effective. This setup fosters brainstorming, problem-solving, and trusted relationships and allows our employees to come together three days a week to collaborate, innovate and thrive!
As a member of the LEO SOC Development team, the LEO Satellite Operations Engineering Specialist will provide technical leadership for engineering aspects related to ensuring effective in-orbit operations of all on-board subsystems on the Lightspeed satellite bus, in order to maximize subsystem health, performance and commercial availability. This includes working, in collaboration, with others within the Satellite Operations team and other Lightspeed segments to improve efficiencies, through innovation, across all facets of in-orbit fleet operations.
Main Responsibilities
Supports evaluation of SCS procurement proposals during the procurement phase;
Supports Installation, Validation and Verification of SatOps systems;
Working collaboratively with the satellite manufacturer, leads the development of satellite operations products within the procured Real Time System (RTS);
Ensures comprehensive technical understanding of MDA satellite documentation, satellite operations products and associated satellite subsystems;
Supports development of satellite operations concept of operations (CONOPS) for all phases of the Lightspeed mission; including LEOP, IOT, EOR, on-station operations and end-of-life deorbit;
Ensures the technical content and design of all operations products used for controlling the Lightspeed constellation are fully validated and adhere to manufacturer and Telesat operational requirements and guidelines;
Oversee the creation, coding, modification and maintenance of satellite operating procedures Lead the development of automation for routine and contingency operations and tracking of performance;
Design and support effective trending analysis of all satellite subsystems with a view to providing early detection of anomalous behaviors or trends;
Assist operations staff with ensuring that all matters pertaining to satellite subsystem health and operation are properly addressed and resolved;
Provide technical assistance and/or training on all matters pertaining to the development and use of the satellite operations products and supporting trending and analysis tools.
Provide support to GEO Satellite Operations
Required Education and Experience
Masters or Bachelor degree in an Aerospace, Electrical, Mechanical or Computer Engineering, or the equivalent
A background in Aerospace technologies and expertise in satellite operations software systems and development
10 years experience in the development of satellite operations products and management of operations of satellite subsystems would be an asset
Knowledge of satellite subsystem design and operation
Knowledge of electronics, control systems and radio frequency communications
Experience in developing software with a variety of platforms and programming tools
Strong analytical, problem solving, real-time decision-making, planning and organizational skills
Excellent verbal and written English communications skills
Independent and self-motivated, with the ability to work effectively both individually and in a team environment
Knowledge of containerized software platforms is an asset
Decision Making and Supervision
Make decisions and recommendations governed by general policy. Recommendations are reviewed for technical soundness or judgment but are generally accepted as technically accurate
May lead the technical development of operational components for first generation Lightspeed satellites and future Lightspeed generation programs
Manage development projects including collaboration with other operational staff;
Provide technical guidance to other staf

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