LS 224 - RF Test Engineer - #190129

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 RF Test Engineer will be responsible for executing 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

• Support the development of system and sub system verification matrices against system requirements
• Participate in RF and system level testing activities including test planning, execution and reporting
• Serve as an RF Test engineer and support other technical staff as required
• Support component and subsystem test activities
• Configuring test equipment like Satellite Link Emulators, Signal Generator, Signal 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
  
  

Education And Experience Required

• B. Sc. in Electrical or System Engineering and a minimum of 1 years of relevant experience in satellite communications
• Minimum 2 years of work experience in Satellite RF communication systems with exposure on modulation and coding used in modern standards like DVB-S2(X) and DVB-RCS2
• Minimum 2 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,)
• 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 engineering teams
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

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

The successful candidate must be able to work in Canada and obtain clearance under the Canadian Controlled Goods program (CGP).

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.