Full-Time
Systems Engineering Project Engineer
Posted on 8/17/2026
Telesat
1,001-5,000 employees
Provides satellite capacity and consulting services
No salary listed
Ottawa, ON, Canada
Hybrid
Bachelor's, Master's
 Aerospace Engineering (2) |
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- Bachelor's degree or higher in electrical, aerospace, systems engineering or related discipline
- At least 5 years of relevant experience relating to the defined responsibilities
- Experience developing and scoping program and project work breakdown structures and work packages
- Strong communication and leadership
- Proficiency in systems engineering and project management with focus on Work Breakdown Structures and Data Item Descriptions (or equivalent)
- Familiarity with and exposure to space-based Systems Engineering Processes such as ECSS and NASA
- Proven ability to manage schedules, and technical deliverables
- Working knowledge and recent experience with JAMA or similar requirements management tool and JIRA is required
- Model Based Systems Engineering experience is an asset
- Work well in a team environment
- Good written and oral communication skills
- Able to present complex ideas to a more general audience
- Committed to excellent work products
- Able to manage several complicated issues simultaneously
- The successful candidate must be able to work in Canada and obtain clearance under the Canadian Controlled Goods program (CGP)
- Project Coordination: Ensure cross-disciplinary collaboration and alignment with project goals
- Technical Leadership: Provide engineering teams with guidance and recommendations about work package definition during the design, development, testing, and delivery phases
- Risk Management: Identify and propose solutions to mitigate technical and schedule risks
- Requirements Management: Work closely with stakeholders to translate mission requirements into engineering solutions
- Reporting requirements: Develop and deliver summarized reports on the technical progress of the group on a regular cadence
- Strategic Guidance: Provide analysis-based recommendations to management regarding the prioritization and execution of defined work packages
- Technical support: On occasion provide technical inputs to specific work items that are inline with your technical expertise
- You will on occasion be expected to prepare and deliver presentations to the Telesat technical community
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 August 4, 2026 Arctic contract funds 69 more Lightspeed satellites.
- Government milestone payments start in Q3 2026, reducing near-term capital strain.
- Farcast's 2027 integrated terminals strengthen Lightspeed's commercial launch readiness and moat.
What critics are saying
- Telesat faces a $1.7 billion debt maturity in December 2026.
- Q2 2026 revenue fell 25% and GEO demand weakened after broadcast non-renewals.
- Refinancing failure threatens GEO liquidity, Lightspeed funding, and Telesat's solvency within months.
What makes Telesat unique
- Telesat Lightspeed won C$2.7 billion Canadian Arctic military connectivity, August 4, 2026.
- Telesat combines cash-generating GEO operations with a funded 225-satellite LEO build.
- MDA Space builds Lightspeed satellites, giving Telesat deep Canadian industrial and government alignment.
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6 month growth
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↑ 15%Telesat has secured a $120 million loan as it faces looming debt obligations, with shares dropping 13% following the announcement. The Canadian satellite operator stated in a Thursday filing that it believes existing debt will be managed to allow its GEO business to continue operations. However, the company warned of "material uncertainty" regarding Telesat GEO's debt maturities due in December 2026. The filing acknowledged substantial doubt about the division's ability to meet debt obligations when they come due, though the company provided no guarantee of successfully addressing these challenges. The development highlights mounting financial pressure on the satellite communications provider as it navigates its debt structure.
Telesat's subsidiary has secured a C$2.3 billion, 15-year Arctic connectivity contract under Canada's Enhanced Satellite Communications Project. The agreement will fund 69 Lightspeed satellites. The announcement follows strong stock performance, with shares gaining 44.44% over seven days and 85.46% year-to-date. The stock now trades at $54.08. Telesat currently operates at a loss of $185.31 million on revenue of $388.27 million. The company's price-to-sales ratio stands at 3x, above peer and US telecom industry averages of 1.9x and 1.4x respectively. However, Simply Wall St's regression model suggests a fair P/S ratio of 6.9x, indicating potential upside if forecast revenue growth materialises. The contract prompted a special investor call.
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Telesat has invested $5 million in Farcast to develop integrated User Terminals for the Telesat Lightspeed satellite network. Farcast will deliver a Flat Panel Antenna User Terminal integrated with the Telesat Lightspeed modem, with production planned for 2027. Telesat will also join Farcast's board. Farcast's technology offers reduced Size, Weight, Power, and Cost, enhancing Telesat's value proposition. Farcast is raising a $10 million Series Extension to support commercial manufacturing.
Telesat secures $2.54B funding for Lightspeed satellite project, aiming to bridge global digital divide. Learn how this Canadian-backed initiative plans to expand internet access and create jobs, with launches set for 2026.