Senior Systems Engineer

Telesat; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading satellite operator is seeking a Systems Engineer in Ottawa, Canada, to focus on requirements analysis and management for their innovative LEO satellite network. This role includes translating mission requirements into system specifications, managing technical deliverables, and collaborating with cross-functional teams. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and at least 5 years of experience in systems engineering, particularly relating to satellite communications. Strong communication and teamwork skills are essential for this position.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of relevant experience relating to the defined responsibilities.
• Experience with satellite communications systems or aerospace systems.
• Proven ability to manage schedules and technical deliverables.

Responsibilities

• Translate mission requirements into system requirements.
• Manage Change Requests affecting requirement documents.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams.

Skills

Systems engineering principles

Requirements management

Strong communication

Team collaboration

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in systems, communications, space systems, or related discipline

Tools

Requirements management software (JAMA or DOORS)

Job description

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 55 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 and Government 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 Satellite 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.

The Systems Engineering group is an inter‑disciplinary team that focuses on defining the System level requirements and System architecture for the Telesat Lightspeed LEO communications network. As a Systems Engineer in the group this role will focus on requirements analysis and management. Reporting to the manager of Systems Engineering your focus will be on ensuring requirements are properly written, understood, and flowed to other teams. This role requires technical knowledge to interact with the other engineers and pragmatic judgement regarding scoping work and prioritizing tasks.

RESPONSIILITIES

• Work closely with stakeholders to translate mission requirements into System requirements.
• Manage the development and execution of Change Requests and Change Notices that affect System Engineering owned requirement documents.
• Provide recommendations on managing gaps in requirements, and suggested updates to requirement specifications.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to ensure alignment of requirement specifications, and requirement management strategies.
• Provide regular updates and reports to management regarding the status and metrics of High‑Level System requirements, compliance, and traceability.
• Provide engineering teams with guidance and recommendations on how to derive, trace, and report on requirements, compliance, and traceability.
• Collaborate with technical personnel on assessing technical issues, and developing strategies to address the technical issues.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

• Bachelor's degree or higher in systems, communications, space systems, electrical engineering or a related discipline.
• At least 5 years of relevant experience relating to the defined responsibilities.
• Experience and expertise in formal, standards‑based Systems Engineering should be highlighted in the application.
• Any industry recognized certificates of achievement relating to this position should be highlighted in the application.

SPECIALIZED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Experience developing and managing requirement specifications for space missions, satellite communications systems, or related aerospace systems.
• Proficiency in systems engineering and requirements management principles.
• Proven ability to manage schedules and technical deliverables.
• Working knowledge and experience with requirements management software (such as JAMA or DOORS) is required, JAMA preferred.
• Familiarity with and exposure to space‑based or defence Systems Engineering Processes such as ECSS and NASA.
• Strong communication and leadership abilities.
• Strong teamwork and collaboration abilities, to be able to thrive in a multi‑disciplinary team environment.
• Ability to present complex ideas to a more general audience.
• Committed to excellent work products.
• Ability to manage several complicated issues simultaneously.
• Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) experience or familiarity is an asset.

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.