Flight Operations 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 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
As a member of the LEO Satellite Operations team, the LEO Flight Operations Engineer will provide technical support for engineering aspects related to in-orbit operations of all on-board subsystems on the Lightspeed satellite bus, flight dynamics operations and satellite control systems used to operate the Lightspeed Constellation. The Flight Operations Engineer supports maximizing satellite subsystem health, performance and commercial availability. This includes working in collaboration with others within the Satellite Operations team as well as other Lightspeed segments to improve efficiencies, through innovation, across all facets of in-orbit fleet operations.
Responsibilities

• Supports integration of SatOps systems and development of satellite operations products;
• Supports testing, validation and verification of SCS systems;
• Supports development of satellite operations products and implementation into the SCS systems;
• Supports Satellite Operations Centre (SOC) concepts of operation and administrative systems development;
• Working with Space Segment team, support evolution of satellite operations concept of operations (CONOPS) for LEOP and routine operations phases;
• Participates in testing, validation and verification of SatOps products, SCS system deliveries and training;
• Supports maintenance of satellite operating procedures
• Supports automation development for satellite operations procedures; tracks performance;
• Provide inputs to Satellite Data Platform (SDP) design, analytics and maintenance; focusing on short and long term trending of satellite TM data;
• Details satellite operations processes within the SOC; refining satellite control guidelines outside of SatOps;
• Provide engineering oversight to satellite controllers during all phases of operations;
• Provide technical assistance and/or training on all matters pertaining to the development and use of the satellite operations products and supporting trending and analysis tools.
  

Education And Experience

• Minimum Bachelor degree in an Aerospace, Electrical, Mechanical or Computer Engineering, or the equivalent;
• A background in Aerospace technologies and expertise in satellite operations software systems and development;
• Knowledge of satellite control systems would be an asset;
• Knowledge of satellite subsystem design and operation;
• Knowledge of electronics, control systems and radio frequency communications;
• Knowledge of satellite orbit dynamics theory;
• Knowledge of containerized software platforms is an asset;
• Experience in developing software with a variety of platforms and programming tools;
• Strong analytical, problem solving, real-time decision-making, planning and organizational skills;
• Excellent verbal and written English communications skills;
• Independent and self-motivated, with the ability to work effectively both individually and in a team environment
• Experience in C and Python programming as well as databases is an asset.
  

Decision Making and Supervision

• Make decisions and recommendations governed by general policy. Recommendations are reviewed for technical soundness or judgment but are generally accepted as technically accurate ;
• Influence decisions on the technical development of operational concepts;
• Manage development projects within the SOC; including collaboration with other operational staff;
• Provide engineering guidance to SOC staff;
• When in a shift environment; provide engineering guidance during the operations phase.
  

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.
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.
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.