Ingénieur principal de systèmes de charge utile numérique/ Digital Payload Principal System Engineer

Syntronic - A Global Design House; Montreal (administrative region); On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Opportunités de croissance personnelle et professionnelle

Environnement de travail dynamique et collaboratif

Job summary

Syntronic - A Global Design House à Montréal recherche un ingénieur en charge utile pour concevoir des systèmes de communication satellite. En tant qu’expert, vous dirigerez des projets techniques innovants dans le domaine de l’ingénierie des charges utiles, en collaborant avec des équipes multidisciplinaires et en tenant compte des exigences des clients.

Vous aurez l'occasion de participer à des projets de haute technologie dans divers secteurs comme les télécommunications, l'automobile et l'automatisation industrielle. Un diplôme en ingénierie et une expérience significative dans le domaine sont requis.

Qualifications

• Minimum de 15 ans d'expérience en ingénierie des systèmes de charges utiles ou systèmes satellites.
• Expérience avérée en leadership d'équipes d'ingénierie multidisciplinaires.
• Compréhension approfondie des systèmes de communication numériques.

Responsibilities

• Diriger la conception de charges utiles de satellites de communication.
• Analyser les exigences et effectuer des études détaillées.
• Contribuer aux revues de conception tout au long du cycle de vie du programme spatial.

Skills

Systèmes de communication numérique

Solutions RF

Ingénierie satellite

Conception de systèmes

Analyse des problématiques

Education

Baccalauréat en ingénierie électrique/computer, physique

Tools

Outils de simulation

Systèmes de traitement numérique

Job description

Welcome to Syntronic

Chez Syntronic, nous ne nous contentons pas de suivre les tendances de l’industrie, nous les définissons ! Join us in partnering with visionary companies and the brightest minds to turn ground‑breaking ideas into reality. Imagine working on cutting‑edge telecom advancements, pioneering automotive tech, life‑saving healthcare innovations, and next‑gen industrial automation. Our projects are diverse, impactful, and at the forefront of technological innovation. Be a part of something extraordinary!

About Us

Syntronic is a global design and development leader specializing in electronics, electro‑mechanics, and software. We’re not just a company; we’re a community of innovators. Our teams work on projects that define the future—from creating state‑of‑the‑art communication systems and autonomous vehicles to advancing IoT solutions that revolutionize everyday life. At Syntronic, your work will make a real difference.

We Are Looking For

We are seeking individuals who want to:

• Collaborate with top‑tier clients on transformative, cutting‑edge projects.
• Engage with and learn from industry leaders.
• Innovate from concept to completion, ensuring high standards.
• Gain international experience on global projects.
• Thrive in an entrepreneurial environment that supports new ideas.
• Explore multiple sectors such as telecommunications, automotive, healthcare, and industrial automation.

Responsibilities

You will be responsible for:

• Leading design of communication satellite payloads and end‑to‑end telecommunications for constellations.
• Liaising and leading discussions with customers and program teams.
• Performing requirements analysis and detailed trade studies.
• Leading and contributing to capacity analysis to evaluate satellites.
• Leading and contributing to design reviews across the full space program lifecycle.
• Defining system requirements and flowing them down to subsystems such as onboard digital processors, direct radiating phased array antennas, optical inter‑satellite links and feeder subsystems.
• Supervising and generating test plans.
• Contributing to program and proposal efforts, as well as front‑end architecture and design for advanced LEO and MEO communication satellite constellations with very high data rate systems.
• Participating in detailed spacecraft design, assembly, integration, deployment, launch management and orbit operations.
• Contributing to the engineering of key satellite subsystems, including GNC, electrical power distribution, payload and antenna subsystems, and electrical propulsion systems.
• Supporting mission continuity and system reliability, including hands‑on work related to spacecraft software maintenance once the spacecraft is in orbit.
• Managing or guiding suppliers and less senior engineers on RF and digital hardware activities for digital beam‑formed payloads.
• Contributing to RF, digital and optical communications performance budgets, as well as integration, testing, verification and validation of complex satellite payloads.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Electrical & Computer Engineering, Physics or an equivalent relevant discipline, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum of 15 years of experience in payload systems or related satellite systems engineering.
• Demonstrated experience leading multidisciplinary engineering teams.
• Relevant experience in Satellite LEO/MEO Constellation Architecture and System Design.
• Experience with digital payload systems and digital communications.
• Understanding of interaction and integration between payload subsystems.
• Strong systems engineering capabilities with the ability to interpret mission‑level requirements.
• Hands‑on experience in satellite systems engineering.
• Good understanding of architectures, trades and budgets related to digital communication equipment, signal processing, modulation schemes, antenna key performance parameters, networking, SDR, routing protocols and class of service.
• Understanding of the space environment, orbit mechanics, aerospace systems and engineering fundamentals.
• Ability to fragment complex problems and strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Experience in complex digital communication systems, user links FWD/RTN, feeder links, RF and digital technologies, and end‑to‑end systems across ground and space segments.
• Experience in RF architectures, space communication systems, digital processing, RF sensors, digital beam‑formed payload development, SDR satellite communication systems, RF system design, integration, testing and V&V of satellite payloads.
• Good oral and written communication skills, ideally in English and French.
• The successful candidate must be able to obtain clearance under the Canadian Controlled Goods program, which requires Canadian Citizen or valid PR holder status.

What We’ll Love About You

• Knowledge of 5G NTN.
• Knowledge of simulation tools.
• Understanding of software development with Agile methods.
• Experience with onboard digital processors, direct radiating phased array antennas, optical inter‑satellite links and feeder subsystems.
• Experience in developing innovative solutions, technology roadmaps, customer relations, team development and business operations.
• Experience as a lead payload engineer, communications payload design team leader or member of a payload design team.
• Excellent team player.
• Organized, goal‑oriented, self‑starter, with a team‑focused mentality.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Outstanding analytical skills and problem‑solving ability.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills with the ability to produce clear documentation for both colleagues and customers.
• Friendly willingness to collaborate with respect and positivity.

What You’ll Love About Us

At Syntronic, our employees are our greatest asset. We foster innovation, collaboration, and excellence, offering opportunities for personal and professional growth. Join a global community that values creativity and diversity.