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Senior LEO Satellite Operations Engineer

📅 Jul 21
Satellite OperationsSCS SystemsSoftware DevelopmentAerospace Technologies

📜 Description

  • Leads integration of SCS systems and development of satellite operations products.
  • Leads SOC testing, validation, and verification of SatOps systems.
  • Develops satellite operations products and implements them into the SCS systems.
  • Manages evolution of satellite operations concept of operations (CONOPS) for LEOP and routine operations phases.
  • Supports automation development for satellite operations procedures and tracks performance.
  • Provides engineering guidance to satellite controllers during all phases of operations.

🛠️ Requirements

  • Masters or Bachelor's 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;
  • Minimum of 6-9 years experience in Satellite Operations Engineering;
  • 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;
Full job description

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


As a member of the LEO SOC Satellite Operations team, the Senior LEO Satellite Operations Engineer will provide technical support 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.
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 #LI-LG1 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.

Responsibilities


  • Leads integration of SCS systems and development of satellite operations products;
  • Leads SOC testing, validation and verification of SatOps systems;
  • Develops of satellite operations products and implementation into the SCS systems;
  • Leads Satellite Operations Centre (SOC) concepts of operation and administrative systems development;
  • Working with Space Segment team, manages evolution of satellite operations concept of operations (CONOPS) for LEOP and routine operations phases;
  • Supports Satellite Operations Centre systems testing, validation and verification of SatOps products, SCS system deliveries and training;
  • Manages maintenance of satellite operating procedures;
  • Supports automation development for satellite operations procedures; tracks performance;
  • Provide inputs to Satellite Data Platform (SDP) design, analytics and maintenance; focusing on short and long term trending of satellite TM data;
  • Details satellite operations processes within the SOC; refining satellite control guidelines outside of the SCS;
  • Provide engineering guidance to satellite controllers during all phases of operations;
  • Provide engineering oversight and/or training on all matters pertaining to the development and use of the satellite operations products and supporting trending and analysis tools.
  • Education and Experience

  • Masters or Bachelor's 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;
  • Minimum of 6-9 years experience in Satellite Operations Engineering;
  • 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;
  • Experience with Machine Learning and Data Analytics is a big asset;
  • Experience in Python programming is an asset.
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