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LS#111 Senior RF Test Engineer

Ottawa, Canada
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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 www.telesat.com


The Senior, RF Test Engineer will be responsible for developing and maintaining system verification and validation plans of the Telesat LEO constellation communication system. In addition, they will participate in the various testing activities across the Telesat Leo system with vendors and other partners and responsible for maintaining the lab.

Main Responsibilities

  • In this role, the incumbent will issue recommendations and have influence on the system verification and validation of the Telesat LEO system
  • Develop system and sub system verification matrices against system requirements
  • Coordinate and participate in RF and system level testing activities including test planning, execution and reporting
  • Serve as an RF expert and support other technical staff as required 
  • Plays an active role in component and subsystem design and test activities
  • Configuring test equipment like Satellite Link Emulators, signal generator, spectrum analyzer etc.
  • Ensure product under test meets technical, functional, performance and business requirements
  • Keep the lab functional and update to date with known hardware and software configuration to execute various test scenarios as necessary
  • Work with partners and other vendors in various test campaigns

Education and Experience Required

  • B. Sc. in Electrical, Computer or System Engineering and a minimum of 10 years of relevant experience in satellite communications
  • Minimum 10 years of work experience in Satellite RF communication systems with strong exposure on modulation and coding used in modern standards like DVB-S2(X) and DVB-RCS2
  • Minimum 5 years of hands on experience in RF testing in Ka bands
  • Hands on experience using RF test equipment ( Oscilloscopes, Signal Generators, Spectrum Analyzers, satellite channel emulator,)
  • Strong understanding of RF engineering Principles and Design Practices
  • Demonstrated understanding of air interfaces, modem technologies, modulation and coding and its impact on the satellite link performance
  • Experience with satellite link budget analyses with good understanding of effects of impairments on the link performance
  • Experience in test case and defect tracking tools( Jira, Jama )
  • Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with management, engineering teams and partners / suppliers

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with various traffic generators like Ixia, Spirent
  • Experience in MEF standards
  • Proficient with MATLAB, python.
  • Experience with BUC/LNB and various Antenna technologies
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills
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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.
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