Senior RF Test Engineer

　　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

　　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.