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 50
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 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 fleet consists of 14 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
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The Senior, RF Test Engineer will be responsible for developing and maintaining
system verification and validation plans of the Telesat LEO constellation
communication system. In addition, they will participate in the various testing
activities across the Telesat Leo system with vendors and other partners and
responsible for maintaining the lab. This position will be moved to our new
Gatineau facility in 2026.
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Main Responsibilities
- In this role, the incumbent will issue recommendations and have influence on
the system verification and validation of the Telesat LEO system
- Develop system and sub system verification matrices against system
requirements
- Coordinate and participate in RF and system level testing activities
including test planning, execution and reporting
- Serve as an RF expert and support other technical staff as required
- Plays an active role in component and subsystem design and test activities
- Configuring test equipment like Satellite Link Emulators, signal generator,
spectrum analyzer etc.
- Ensure product under test meets technical, functional, performance and
business requirements
- Keep the lab functional and update to date with known hardware and software
configuration to execute various test scenarios as necessary
- Work with various Antenna Vendors to integrate User Terminals
- Work with partners and other vendors in various test campaigns
Education and Experience Required
- B. Sc. in Electrical, Computer or System Engineering and a minimum of 10
years of relevant experience in satellite communications
- Minimum 10 years of work experience in Satellite RF communication systems
with strong exposure on modulation and coding used in modern standards like
DVB-S2(X) and DVB-RCS2
- Minimum 5 years of hands-on experience in RF testing in Ka bands
- Hands on experience using RF test equipment (Oscilloscopes, Signal
Generators, Spectrum Analyzers, satellite channel emulator,)
- Strong understanding of RF engineering Principles and Design Practices
- Experience in various Antenna types like Flat Panel and Dual parabolic.
- Demonstrated understanding of air interfaces, modem technologies, modulation
and coding and its impact on the satellite link performance
- Experience with satellite link budget analyses with good understanding of
effects of impairments on the link performance
- Experience in test case and defect tracking tools (Jira, Jama)
- Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with management, engineering
teams and partners / suppliers
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with various traffic generators like Ixia, Spirent
- Experience in MEF standards
- Proficient with MATLAB, python.
- Experience with BUC/LNB and various Antenna technologies
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
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The successful candidate must be able to work in Canada and obtain clearance
under the Canadian Controlled Goods program (CGP).
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At Telesat, we take pride in being an equal opportunity employer that values
equality in the workplace. We are committed to providing the best candidate
experience possible including any required accommodations at every stage of our
interview process. All qualified applicants that have been selected for an
interview that require accommodations, are advised to inform the Telesat Talent
team accordingly. We will work with you to meet your needs. All accommodation
information provided will be treated as confidential.
