System Verification Engineering Specialist- Space

telesat· Constellation System Verification
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📍 Ottawa, OntarioFull Time Hire (FTE with Benefits)

About this role

 

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 55 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 and Government 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 Satellite fleet consists of 12 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


Role Overview:

The System Verification Engineering Specialist for Space Segment will be supporting the development and execution of key system verification and validation plans as part of the overall Satellite constellation “Integration, Verification and Validation” (IVV) Strategy of the Telesat LEO constellation Network.

The System Verification Engineering Specialist – Space Segment will report to the Director of Constellation System Verification (CSV).

They will help to coordinate work between the CSV team, the Space Segment team and functional groups for the Telesat Lightspeed LEO constellation, ensuring the system is ready for deployment, Network Over-The-Air testing (OTA), and System end-to-end acceptance testing.

Responsibilities:

  • With support from the wider CSV team, lead the transition from Space Segment development, to system deployment by synchronising the system readiness planning between Space Segment teams; Satellite & launch services, Satellite
  • Operations (SATOPs) and Onboard Payload Software (OBPSW) deployment
  • Support the development of the Lightspeed satellite constellation verification plans for System Acceptance testing, and Satellite In-Orbit-Testing (IOT) before and after initial Satellite deployment
  • Help to develop and maintain Space Segment verification strategy, verification matrices, test philosophies, and procedures; participate in hardware/software reviews (PDR, CDR, TRR, TRB & DRB) plus coordination of the CSV led System Readiness Review (SysRR).
  • Synchronize Satellite deployment tasks across segment teams to ensure hardware, software, and documentation are ready in time for satellite deployment.
  • Partner with key Space Segment team for Satellite, launch services and Satellite operations engineering and cross-functional teams to validate system performance and ensure seamless communication across supporting the key segment teams
  • Ensures all Space Segment systems meet Lightspeed readiness and mission objectives through timely delivery and completion of all necessary verification tasks.
  • Working within a large multi-disciplinary team, have the ability to identify key issues, identify solution and drive them to consultation efficiently and effectively

Qualifications & Experience:

  • BSc/BEng or Master’s, Satellite Systems, Aerospace, Electrical/RF, or Computer Engineering or a related field
  • 6–10 years in requirements-based testing/verification for complex Aerospace or Satellite Telecommunication systems.
  • Proficiency in Project Management, configuration control, Production and system Quality Control, non-conformance management, and system engineering verification protocol
  • Experience in performing Satellite integration and test activities, using Electrical and RF test systems
  • Experience in Satellite Platform and Payload In-orbit-testing
  • System Engineering Design, development and deployment of Satellite systems
  • Project or Program Management (PMP) experience of managing complex technical systems and organizing multi-disciplinary technical teams

Working Conditions:

  • Full time role at Telesat’s Ottawa office, with hybrid work environment
  • Working conditions are generally comfortable typical of an office environment
  • Canadian and international travel may be required
The successful candidate must be able to work in Canada and obtain clearance under the Canadian Controlled Goods program (CGP)
 
 
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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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