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- Provide resource management for the Lightspeed program
- Maintain effective working relationships within the LEO Satellite Payload Engineering Group and to liaise with other entities within Telesat to ensure the effective execution of the Lightspeed program
- Provide guidance and technical expertise in the areas of Payload Engineering to junior and senior engineering staff
- Prepare and present detailed technical reports/presentations for senior and executive management
- Interface directly with the satellite manufacturer in order to resolve issues as they arise
- Participate in strategic planning with regards to Lightspeed program development
- Collaborate with the System Design and System Engineering teams in order to address key system design decisions
- Bachelor's degree in electrical or telecommunications engineering specializing in satellite communications.
- 15+ years of practical experience in satellite communications related to Payload related equipment
- Strong technical, presentation, interpersonal, written and communication skills
- Independent and self-motivated
- Considerable attention to detail
- The ability to adapt to changing priorities
- The ability to make informed decisions in a rapidly changing environment
- Provide advice to engineering and program management related to technical and schedule risk
- Generally comfortable office environment
- Hybrid minimum 3 days per week in the office
- Regular travel to Montreal, USA and overseas locations when required
- Work is generally analytical in nature
Ls257 - Manager, Leo Satellite Payload Engineering - Ottawa, Canada - Telesat Canada
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 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 15 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 Telesat believes in the power of collaboration and the value of in-person interactions. This is why our employees generally work from the office Tuesday - Thursday, leaving Monday and Friday for choice and flexibility to work where you feel most effective. This setup fosters brainstorming, problem-solving, and trusted relationships and allows our marketing team to come together three days a week to collaborate, innovate and thrive
As the Manager, LEO Satellite Payload Engineering, the incumbent will provide leadership of the LEO Satellite Payload Engineering Group. Promote efficient and effective use of resources in cooperation with other departments/divisions as required, including the assignment of resources to meet the needs of the Lightspeed program. This also includes working in close collaboration with the satellite manufacturer to negotiate and develop requirements and to provide recommendations to senior and executive management.