Antenna and UT System Engineer

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

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 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.

Main Responsibilities

Develop technical requirements for LEO Constellation UT antenna technology, including modem integration and antenna architecture

Support the definition of UT antenna and modem requirements, evaluate vendor developed technologies

Interface with and evaluate vendor-proposed terminal designs for performance, reliability, manufacturability, and review integration strategies between antennas and modems for future UT designs

Recommend modifications or new UT designs to achieve cost, performance, and reliability targets

Identify tests to validate system assumptions with antenna and UT prototypes

Help develop supporting documentation, test requirements and compliance matrix for UT Type Approval process

Lead evaluation of antenna technologies, including electronically steerable antennas (ESAs) and novel ESA technologies

Stay current with the latest satellite, 5G antenna design technologies, and open AMIP and open BMIP standards

Perform other duties as required

Education and Experience

Bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering, Physics, or similar – required
Master’s in Engineering – required

PhD with research on electronically steerable antenna design – highly preferred

Minimum 10 years in satellite antenna, terminal, and/or satellite system design

Experience with ESA design and modem integration is a strong plus

Deployment of ESA designed antennas is a strong plus

Specialized Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Simulation, design, and testing of electronically steerable antennas for satellite communication

Knowledge of flat panel antenna integration approaches with variety of modem technologies

Familiarity with standardized protocols for antenna control and modem interoperability and communication

Expertise in Ka-band antenna technologies for mobile land, aeronautical, maritime, and fixed applications

Understanding of satellite modems, hub technology, and RF equipment

Strong foundation in electromagnetism and array antenna architecture

Experience with RFIC selection, beamforming, and manufacturing processes for array antennas

Knowledge of antenna control techniques for beam steering and beam shape control

Ability to make design trade-offs between performance, cost, and power consumption

Experience working with suppliers and vendors of antenna and modem technologies

Fluent in English, written and oral

Working Conditions

Resource is required to be in office four (4) days weekly

Occasional international travel is required in this role

Must qualify for government clearance