Full-Time
System Engineering Specialist
Telesat
1,001-5,000 employees
Provides satellite capacity and consulting services
No salary listed
Ottawa, ON, Canada
In Person
Occasional travel may be required.
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- B.Sc. in Electrical, Computer, Aerospace, Systems Engineering, or a related discipline.
- Minimum of 9 years of relevant experience in satellite communications, telecommunications, wireless networks, aerospace systems, or other large-scale communication systems.
- Experience supporting system design, requirements management, system integration, or technology evaluation activities.
- Understanding of satellite communication systems, wireless communication systems, or IP-based network architectures.
- Experience performing technical analyses and evaluating system-level trade-offs.
- Familiarity with system engineering methodologies and requirements development.
- Experience working with cross-functional engineering teams, suppliers, or external partners.
- Support the evaluation and evolution of system architecture concepts for future Lightspeed capabilities, services, and payload enhancements.
- Participate in system-level trade studies evaluating performance, operational impacts, implementation complexity, interoperability, and overall business value.
- Work with internal engineering teams, suppliers, and partners to collect requirements, evaluate technical solutions, and support architectural decision-making.
- Assist in the definition of Concepts of Operations (ConOps) associated with new architecture, services, and operational configurations.
- Contribute to system performance evaluations, requirements development, and validation activities.
- Develop technical documentation, reports, requirements, and architecture descriptions.
- Prepare and deliver high-quality technical presentations supporting solution development and stakeholder engagement.
- Understanding of satellite communication architectures and networking concepts.
- Familiarity with LEO, MEO, or GEO satellite systems and associated operational considerations.
- Knowledge of wireless communications, network performance metrics, or communication system architectures.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
- Highly collaborative team player who can quickly earn the confidence of co-workers, customers, suppliers, and partners.
- Strong oral and written communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple technical activities and stakeholders simultaneously.
- An aptitude for and interest in complex technology.
- Fluent in English, written and oral.
- Some travel may be required.
Telesat operates a global satellite communications network, providing satellite capacity and consulting to governments, telecom operators, and enterprises. It uses both geostationary (GEO) and low Earth orbit (LEO) satellites, including the Lightspeed LEO constellation, to deliver wide-area connectivity. Services include inflight and maritime connectivity, as well as connectivity for oil and gas and corporate networks. Revenue comes from long-term contracts and service agreements. Its Lightspeed network aims to offer high-speed, low-latency links, enhancing overall performance. The company differentiates itself by combining GEO and LEO assets and by offering end-to-end connectivity solutions through a mix of satellite capacity and advisory services, targeting a diverse set of industries worldwide. The goal is to provide reliable, global communications with predictable service through long-term customer relationships.
Company Size
1,001-5,000
Company Stage
IPO
Headquarters
Ottawa, Canada
Founded
1969
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- The Farcast partnership advances flat-panel terminals with lower size, weight, power, and cost.
- Government, defense, maritime, and inflight markets fit Telesat's secure, resilient connectivity positioning.
- First Lightspeed launches remain scheduled for late 2026, supporting customer trials and commercialization.
What critics are saying
- Lightspeed service slipped to Q1 2028 because SatixFy ASICs missed timing.
- Telesat still depends on terminal and spacecraft suppliers whose execution directly affects revenue.
- Competitors can lock in enterprise, aviation, and defense customers before Lightspeed reaches service.
What makes Telesat unique
- Telesat combines GEO resilience with Lightspeed LEO latency advantages across one platform.
- Lightspeed targets secure commercial and military Ka-band connectivity with guaranteed performance.
- A 2026 SpaceX launch campaign and MDA manufacturing signal industrial scale execution.
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