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Telesat
Senior Specialist UT Systems Engineer
Ottawa, Canada or Bethesda, US
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- 1 Sept 2026
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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 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 12 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 Specialist User Terminal Systems Engineer will provide technical expertise in the development of equipment, software and systems related to the development of LEO Lightspeed user terminals (UT). The ideal candidate will bring a deep knowledge and expertise on Air Interface protocols/procedures, software architecture, UT operations and System Functionality. This role focuses on technical aspects related to the development, validation, and deployment of user terminals including modem, antenna and RF components for an integrated UT that will meet the overall system requirements and market use cases.
Resource is required to work onsite a minimum of four (4) days per week
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