Senior Defence Systems Engineering Specialist
Telesat
·1 week ago
- Location
- Ottawa, Ontario
- Workplace
- Hybrid
- Type
- Full-time
- Department
- Lightspeed System Development - System Engineering
- Seniority
- Senior
- Source
- Lever
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
Are you passionate about breakthrough technologies and eager to shape the future of satellite-based solutions for defence and national security?
We are seeking a Senior Defence Systems Engineering Specialist to help shape new satellite-enabled capabilities for Canadian and allied defence users. Reporting to the Director, Research & Development, Defence Satellite Mission Solutions, you will lead multidisciplinary investigations from mission-need qualification through initial prototype laboratory validation.
Initial opportunities include system features such as alternative positioning, navigation and timing (PNT), optical relay connectivity with other satellite systems, and space-domain awareness data products. You will combine technical depth with systems thinking, practical experimentation and multidisciplinary leadership.