Program Manager, Defence

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

Main Responsibilities:

• Capture & Contract Support


• Support the capture phase of the ESCP program following down-selection.
• Coordinate inputs to contract negotiation, including technical, commercial, legal, financial, operational and security elements.
• Track contractual requirements, assumptions, dependencies, and open items throughout negotiations.
• Maintain clear documentation of obligations, deliverables, and timelines.


Program Coordination & Tracking


• Develop and maintain detailed program plans, schedules, action logs, and risk registers.
• Track milestones, deliverables, and dependencies across internal teams.
• Ensure internal teams are aligned on responsibilities and deadlines.
• Flag gaps, risks, or missed inputs early and drive follow-up.


Government Interface (Program-Level)


• Support program-level interactions with Government of Canada counterparts.
• Coordinate meetings, working groups, and information requests.
• Prepare agendas, materials, and follow-up actions for GoC engagements.
• Ensure commitments made to GoC are documented and tracked.


Internal Coordination


• Act as the central point of coordination between Sales/BD and internal delivery teams.
• Gather inputs from Engineering, Legal, Finance, Security, and Operations as required.
• Support internal reviews, approvals, and governance processes.
• Ensure accurate information flow across teams during capture and early delivery.


Transition to Delivery


• Support the transition from capture into early program execution once the contract is finalized.
• Ensure contractual obligations are clearly handed off to delivery teams.
• Help establish initial delivery tracking and reporting structures.

Education & Experience Required

• 5–10 years of experience in program management, project coordination, or capture support, preferably in government, defence, space, or other regulated environments.
• Experience supporting government or public-sector contracts, including capture or pre-award phases.
• Strong organizational and administrative skills, with a high level of attention to detail.
• Experience coordinating across multiple internal teams in a matrixed environment.
• Ability to track complex requirements, deadlines, and dependencies.
• Clear and professional written and verbal communication skills.
• Bachelor’s degree in business, engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• PMP or equivalent program management certification (asset, not required).
• Eligible to obtain Government of Canada security clearance.