The Role
The Satellite Operations Engineer oversees the engineering functions of satellite operations, including orbit determination, providing technical support and training, solving technical issues, and maintaining operational procedures. They interact with various departments to ensure effective satellite operations and implement IT systems for satellite control.
Summary Generated by Built In
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 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
Telesat Brazil is a wholly owned subsidiary of Telesat Canada based in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil is currently seeking a Satellite Operations Engineer to join their growing team.
Responsibilities
- Oversee the engineering functions regarding the safe and effective working of the satellite(s);
- Determine the satellite orbit, position and movement and prepare the required maneuvers;
- Provide support and guidance to the staff in satellite operations, ensuring all issues related to the functioning and health of satellite subsystems and their operation products are properly approached;
- Provide training for the Operations staff regarding the Satellite Operational Procedures and oversee the daily SCC operations to ensure the impacts on satellite operations are reduced;
- Provide engineering analysis and knowledge for operational issues, act as second-level support, attend operational meetings and assist the technicians with the solution of technical issues and operational incident analyses;
- Interact with other departments to ensure daily requirements are met and promote the integration of the Operations department;
- Isolate and solve interferences in the satellite transponder, ensure all trouble reports received from customers are documented and take the necessary measures to solve them, aiming to minimize the interruptions;
- Propose new operational procedures to optimize the operation processes;
- Implement and maintain the computer systems and networks of Telesat Satellites Control in Rio SCC (software and hardware) and provide IT support related to SSOPS network computers and servers (Sat Ops).
Education & Experience Required
- Bachelor Degree in Telecommunications or Electronic Engineering combined with a minimum of 4 years of experience in the satellite operations industry (ex. RF communications, satellite link design, systems engineering and ground station hardware);
- Knowledge of:
- satellite earth control systems, both hardware and software;
- statistics, calculus, classic mechanics, celestial mechanics and computer programming;
- transponder loading and capacity management.
- Strong analytical competence, troubleshooting, decision making in real time, planning and organization;
- Excellent communication in English, both oral and written;
- Capacity to work either autonomously or as a team member.
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.
Top Skills
Computer Programming
Hardware
Rf Communications
Satellite Earth Control Systems
Software
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The Company
What We Do
Backed by a legacy of engineering excellence, reliability, and industry-leading customer service, Telesat is one of the largest and most successful global satellite operators. Telesat works collaboratively with its customers to deliver critical connectivity solutions that tackle the world’s most complex communications challenges, providing powerful advantages that improve their operations and drive profitable growth.
Continuously innovating to meet the connectivity demands of the future, Telesat Lightspeed, the company’s Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellite network, will be the first and only LEO network optimized to meet the rigorous requirements of telecom, government, maritime and aeronautical customers. Telesat Lightspeed will redefine global satellite connectivity with ubiquitous, affordable, high-capacity links with fiber-like speeds.
