Communications Systems Engineer
Core
Design, cost, implement, and support end-to-end satellite and terrestrial communication solutions for customers, integrating Telesat's GEO and LEO constellations into enterprise networks.
Role type
Senior IC Communications Systems Engineer (Satellite/RF)
Builds
Integrated satellite RF and IP networking solutions for enterprise WANs and carrier infrastructures
Domain
Telecommunications / Satellite Communications
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Link budget analysis, RF component sizing (antennas, BUCs, HPAs, LNBs), Satellite network integration (Layer 2/3), IP network design (MPLS, Layer-2 Ethernet), TCP/IP networking, Vendor solution scoping, Cost negotiation, Technical documentation, Field troubleshooting, Project management
Preferred skills
LEO satellite systems familiarity, VSAT/SCPC/hub-based systems experience, TDM/A/DVB-S2/X/ACM knowledge, RF systems familiarity, MEF standards, SD-WAN/SDN, Linux/Windows proficiency, French language
Technologies
Telesat GEO, Telesat Lightspeed LEO, VSAT, SCPC, BUCs, HPAs, LNBs, Switches, Routers, Firewalls, MPLS, Ethernet, Linux, Windows
Responsibilities
Review customer requirements and present proposals for GEO and Lightspeed systems; Validate system requirements and resolve service issues; Perform link budget analysis to size RF components; Implement satellite solutions and integrate into enterprise WANs; Provide third-level support for RF and network systems; Configure and implement network equipment with routing protocols and QoS; Write technical specifications for vendors; Negotiate supplier quotations; Travel to customer and vendor facilities for implementation and troubleshooting; Provide training to field support staff.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with project leadership
