Senior LEO Satellite Operations Engineer

Telesat Corporation • $90K — $120K *
Ottawa, ON K1G 3J6In-Person
Aerospace & Defense
5 - 7 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Master's or Bachelor's degree in Aerospace, Electrical, Mechanical, or Computer Engineering.
  • 6-9 years experience in Satellite Operations Engineering.
  • Familiarity with aerospace technologies and satellite operations systems.
  • Strong knowledge of electronics, control systems, and radio frequency communications.
  • Experience in software development across multiple platforms and programming tools.
  • Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
  • Strong communication skills in English, both written and verbal.

Responsibilities

  • Leads integration of SCS systems and development of satellite operations products.
  • Conducts testing, validation, and verification of SatOps systems at the SOC.
  • Develops and implements satellite operations products into SCS systems.
  • Manages SOC concepts of operation and administrative system development.
  • Collaborates with Space Segment team to evolve CONOPS for various operational phases.
  • Supports SOC systems testing and provides training on SatOps products.
  • Manages maintenance and updates of satellite operating procedures.

Benefits

  • Professional development opportunities.
  • Collaborative team environment.
  • Contribution to cutting-edge space technology.
  • Access to advanced engineering projects.
  • Support for continuous learning and skill enhancement.
Full Job Description
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 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.

About Telesat Corporation

Telesat Corporation is a publicly traded company that provides satellite communications services to customers in the telecommunications, broadcast, and government sectors. The company was founded in 1969 and is headquartered in Ottawa, Canada. Telesat's services include satellite broadband, video distribution, and government and military communications. The company operates a fleet of satellites that provide coverage to the Americas, Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. Telesat is committed to innovation and has invested in the development of new satellite technologies.
Learn more about Telesat Corporation
Size
500 employees
Market Cap
$351 million
Industry
Technical Services
* Ladders Estimates

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