Digital Architect

Mannarino Systems and Software Inc.; Montreal; Hybrid; CAD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a seasoned Digital Architect to lead the design and implementation of cutting-edge digital solutions for telecommunications payloads. This role is pivotal in enhancing satellite communication systems, requiring a deep understanding of FPGA design, embedded software, and networking. The ideal candidate will thrive in a collaborative environment, guiding junior engineers while engaging in complex design processes. With a hybrid work model and a culture that values diversity and innovation, this opportunity promises to be both rewarding and impactful for those passionate about aerospace and technology.

Benefits

Comprehensive group insurance

RRSP plan

Flextime policy with paid overtime

Discretionary bonuses

Fitness reimbursement program

Catered weekly lunches

Free hot beverages

Regular company outings

Qualifications

• 10+ years of relevant experience in digital systems and payloads.
• Strong understanding of FPGA design and embedded software.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement digital solutions for telecommunications payloads.
• Perform link and performance budget calculations for satellite throughput.
• Support writing systems engineering documentation and test activities.

Skills

FPGA design concepts

Embedded Software concepts

Networking (Ethernet, TCPIP, MPLS)

RF radio communications (5G, DVB-S2X, DVB-RCS2)

Team Leadership

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering

Job description

MANNARINO Systems & Software Inc. is a leader in providing safety-critical systems, software, hardware and certification engineering services to the aerospace, defense, space, simulation & power generation industries.

Our customer base is very large, covering traditional aerospace companies as well as new and exciting markets, including electric propulsion, Urban Air Mobility, Unmanned Aerial Vehicle and autonomous flight.

The MANNARINO culture is focused on high quality, hard work, professionalism and teamwork within a highly respectful, motivating atmosphere geared towards long-term business growth.

As a member of our team, you will benefit from:

• a comprehensive group insurance and RRSP plan
• a flextime policy with paid overtime
• discretionary bonuses
• a fitness reimbursement program
• other office perks such as catered weekly lunches and free hot beverages (espresso, coffee, hot chocolate and tea)
• regular company outings

Career Opportunity and Primary Roles / Responsibilities

The Digital Architect will design and implement digital solutions, focusing on telecommunications payloads and systems. They will be involved in proposal efforts, front-end design, detailed analysis, and the development of digital channelizing and on-board processing. This role also involves evaluating payload throughput, link budgets, and integrating/testing end products.

Depending on the job function, the Digital Architect will perform and participate in the following tasks and activities depending on the background and experience of the candidate:

• Define overall Satellite & Payload communications between the various sub-systems.
• System Design and Architecture: Designing, analyzing, implementing, optimizing, and enhancing end-to-end communication digital payload systems and subsystems.
• Technical Expertise: Developing digital channelizing and on-board processing design specifications.
• Perform link and performance budget calculations and evaluate satellite throughput.
• Define electrical interface control documentation for power, analog, digital & RF connections between Platform and Payload units & subsystems.
• Support electrical analyses, budgets & design details related to power generation, storage & distribution.
• Identify failure modes & effects analyses and support failure detection, isolation & recovery activities.
• Support Platform test activities including preparation and/or review of test plans, procedures & reports.
• Perform requirement analysis and system trade studies for communication satellite payloads.
• Support writing of systems engineering documentation including requirements specifications, statement of compliance, verification matrix and design descriptions.
• Support satellite development activities: concept of operations and communication Payload integration on Platform.
• Support various program reviews: EQSR, SRR, PDR and CDR.

Required Competencies

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in electrical engineering.
• 10+ years of relevant experience.
• Good understanding of FPGA design concepts.
• Good understanding of Embedded Software concepts, preferably using embedded Linux.
• Excellent expertise in networking (Ethernet+TCPIP+MPLS).
• Expertise in RF radio communications (5G, DVB-S2X, DVB-RCS2) is a plus.
• Team Leadership is a must.

Miscellaneous Requirements

• Understanding of the space environment, communication satellites, radio frequency (RF) equipment and the various solar cell & battery technologies.
• Effective communication skills, as this role requires explaining complex systems.
• Methodical, structured, capable of understanding and following complex design processes with multiple teams.
• Ability to simplify the operation of complex systems and explain how these work.
• Ability to lead and/or mentor junior members of the engineering team.
• Demonstrated capability to efficiently work with little to no supervision.
• Strong written and verbal communications skills in English, knowledge of French will be considered favorably.

Work can be done remotely. For employees based in Montreal, the work model is hybrid (at least one day at the office). The position might require travel to visit customers (in North America).

Knowledge of English is required to communicate and work with customers outside the province of Quebec.

At MANNARINO, we believe that passion and a desire to learn is crucial. Diversity of thought and experiences leads to innovative solutions and creativity. This is why we would like to encourage all those interested to apply.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be held in strict confidence. Only those selected for interview will be contacted.