Spectrum Engineer

Telesat Corporation • $70K — $95K *
Ottawa, ON K1G 3J6In-Person
Telecommunications & Hardware
Less than 5 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Engineering degree in Telecommunications, Electrical, Space, Systems, or similar field
  • Knowledge of radio frequency (RF) and communication theory
  • Preferred coursework in designing space communication systems
  • Master's degree is considered an asset
  • At least 2 years of relevant work experience
  • Proficient programming skills in Matlab, with verification required
  • Familiarity with additional programming languages (like Python) or tools (such as STK) is beneficial
  • Fluent in English, both spoken and written
  • Strong technical, organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills

Responsibilities

  • Develop software for the System Model in Matlab for spectrum regulatory functionalities
  • Implement spectrum regulatory components in Telesat Lightspeed system software
  • Ensure system design meets spectrum regulatory filings and constraints
  • Conduct analyses to support frequency coordination and ITU technical filings
  • Create and verify software based on ITU Recommendations for regulatory performance assessment
  • Interpret ITU Recommendations on RF propagation and link design
  • Utilize version control and release management systems for software integrity
  • Present findings to colleagues and management teams
  • Draft technical documentation for related tasks

Benefits

  • Opportunities for professional development and continued learning
  • Collaborative work environment among engineering experts
  • Contribution to cutting-edge non-geostationary satellite technology
  • Ability to influence significant spectrum regulatory compliance processes
  • Supportive company culture that values technical excellence
Full Job Description
The selected candidate will provide engineering support to the ITU and Regulatory division responsible for spectrum engineering and specifically will support the design, coordination and integration of spectrum regulatory components into the design and modeling of the Telesat Lightspeed non-geostationary (NGSO) low-earth orbit (LEO) system, while optimizing performance. This requires close collaboration with the system design team to ensure that all relevant technical aspects of the Telesat Lightspeed system are well understood and reflect the spectrum regulatory constraints and procedures in place. The selected candidate will work with the system design and system modeling teams to efficiently implement and update new/existing algorithms and functionality.

Main Responsibilities
  • Participate in the software development of the System Model in Matlab environment, to implement functionality related to spectrum regulatory processes and constraints
  • Participate in the implementation of spectrum regulatory elements in the system resource management software of the Telesat Lightspeed system
  • Participate in the system design efforts to ensure that the system design and spectrum regulatory filings and constraints are compatible, including testing and implementation of emission masks, launch to on-station mission design, antenna design, etc.
  • Carry out technical analyses to support frequency coordination exercises and work related to technical filings made to the International Telecommunication Union (ITU)
  • Develop and verify software based on various ITU Recommendations that will enable the assessment of the spectrum regulatory compliance and performance of the Telesat LEO system
  • Interpret ITU Recommendations and other relevant materials related to RF propagation and link design
  • Use version control software and release management system to ensure software integrity
  • Present work and findings to colleagues and management teams
  • Write technical documentation related to the above tasks

Education & Experience Required
  • Engineering degree in a relevant discipline (Telecommunications, Electrical, Space, Systems, etc.)
  • Knowledge of radio frequency (RF) and communication theory
  • Engineering courses related to the design of space communication systems preferred
  • Master's degree an asset
  • Minimum 2 years work experience
  • Excellent and verified Matlab programming skills
  • Skilled in other programming languages (e.g. Python) or tools (i.e. STK) an asset
  • Fluent in English, both written and verbal
  • Strong technical, organizational, interpersonal and communication skills


The successful candidate must be able to work in Canada and obtain clearance under the Canadian Controlled Goods program (CGP).

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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