Satellite Systems Platform Engineer

EVONA; Vancouver; Remote; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading satellite systems team as a Satellite Systems Platform Engineer. This remote role involves RF and electrical system design, performance analysis, and testing for advanced SAR and Telecommunications satellites. Contribute to high-profile space missions and work with cutting-edge technology in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in satellite platform and payload design.
• Strong knowledge of orbit mechanics and aerospace engineering principles.

Responsibilities

• Design and analyze satellite platform and payload architectures.
• Monitor RF and electrical performance for system-level verification.
• Support satellite integration, assembly, and testing.

Skills

Telemetry

Control & Data Handling

Power & Thermal

Attitude & Navigation Control

Propulsion systems

RF system testing

Analytical problem-solving

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering

Tools

Simulation tools

Modeling tools

Job description

Are you ready to play a key role in shaping the future of satellite platform engineering ? We are seeking a Satellite Systems Platform Engineer to join a leading satellite systems team. This remote role focuses on RF and electrical system design, performance analysis, and testing , supporting advanced Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) and Telecommunications satellites .

Key Responsibilities

Provide expertise in Telemetry, Command & Ranging (TCR), Control & Data Handling (CD&H), Power & Thermal, Attitude & Navigation Control (ADCS), and Propulsion systems

Design and analyze satellite platform and payload architectures , ensuring performance optimization

Monitor RF and electrical performance , supporting system-level verification and validation

Define system requirements, subsystem specifications, test requirements, and performance budgets

Support satellite integration, assembly, and testing , including EGSE setup, test supervision, and data analysis

Participate in program reviews (EQSR, SRR, PDR, CDR) and support qualification and acceptance testing

Provide technical oversight for major subcontractors and integrated product teams

Write and maintain the subsystem operations manual and support in-orbit testing (IOT)

Collaborate with spacecraft operations teams to ensure seamless satellite functionality

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related field

5+ years of experience in satellite platform and payload design, with a focus on LEO / GEO satellites

Strong knowledge of orbit mechanics, space environment, and aerospace engineering principles

Experience in RF system testing, troubleshooting, and problem resolution

Hands-on experience with satellite integration, system-level performance testing, and qualification processes

Proficiency in simulation, modeling tools, and analytical problem-solving

Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English

Strong leadership skills with experience guiding technical teams

Why Join Us?

Work on cutting-edge satellite technology in a fully remote capacity

Be part of a dynamic, collaborative space engineering team

Contribute to high-profile space missions driving innovation in telecommunications and remote sensing

Opportunity to shape the next generation of satellite platforms and payloads

If you have a passion for satellite platform engineering, RF systems, and space technology , we'd love to hear from you! ?

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