Telesat

Senior Test Engineering Specialist

Bethesda, MD Full Time Hire - (FTE with Benefits) On-site
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Job Description

Télésat (Nasdaq et TSX : TSAT) est un opérateur mondial de satellites de premier plan qui fournit depuis plus de 50 ans des solutions de communication par satellite fiables et sécurisées à des clients du secteur de la radiodiffusion, des télécommunications, des entreprises et des gouvernements. Forte d'une tradition d'excellence en ingénierie, de fiabilité et de service à la clientèle de premier ordre dans le secteur, Télésat est devenue l'un des opérateurs mondiaux de satellites les plus importants et les plus prospères.

Telesat Lightspeed, notre réseau révolutionnaire de satellites en orbite basse (LEO), dont la mise en service est prévue en 2027, redéfinira la connectivité mondiale à bande passante pour les utilisateurs professionnels en offrant une capacité, une sécurité et une résilience élevées, ainsi que des prix abordables, avec une latence ultra-faible et des vitesses comparables à celles de la fibre optique. Télésat a son siège social à Ottawa, au Canada, et possède des bureaux et des installations partout dans le monde.

Pour en savoir plus, consultez le site www.telesat.com. Role Overview

The Senior Test Engineering Specialist will issue recommendations and have influence on the system verification and validation of the Telesat Lightspeed System.

The successful candidate is required to work on-site a minimum of four (4) days per week at our Bethesda, MD office. Main Responsibilities:

Develop verification matrices for feeder and user link system requirements, including Spectrum usage, carrier sizes, polarization, power control

Link establishment, maintenance, and degradation scenarios

Design and execute tests validating: Feeder/User link coverage and elevation limits, Spectrum assignment by UT/LS location, Link behavior under fading, interference, and outage conditions

Serve as Link Layer SME for DVB S2X, DVB RCS2, and Ka band link operation

Perform hands on link testing in the LEO Lab, including Channel emulation, Link impairments, Carrier aggregation and spectrum flexibility

Configure and operate satellite link emulators, signal generators, spectrum analyzers, and traffic generators

Ensure product under test meets technical, functional, performance and business requirements

Work closely with antenna vendors, modem teams, and RF engineers to validate end to end link behavior

Support OTA test planning and execution for feeder and user links

Support System Acceptance Planning activities for the LEOP and IOT

Work with other segments like DevOps, Ground Systems, Satellite and foster a collaborative and innovative environment

Education & Experience Required

B. Sc. in Electrical, Computer or System Engineering and a minimum of 12 years of relevant experience in satellite communications

5+ years of work experience in different antenna types like Flat Panel Antenna, Parabolic and Aero Antenna (Ka band preferable)

5+ years of work experience in Satellite RF communication systems with strong exposure on modulation and coding used in modern standards like DVB-S2(X) and DVB-RCS2

Strong understanding of RF engineering Principles, Design Practices, Feeder/User link test design, validation, and testing

Hands on experience using RF test equipment (Oscilloscopes, Signal Generators, Spectrum Analyzers, satellite channel emulator)

Strong understanding of Ka band link budgets, polarization, ACM, and interference effects

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 management, engineering teams and partners / suppliers

Familiarity with Agile development methodologies

Experience working with geographically dispersed teams Preferred Qualifications:

Experience with different Ka band antenna vendors

Experience with Flat Panel Antenna and Aero Antenna (Ka band preferable)

Experience with BUC/LNB and various Antenna technologies

Experience in Planning activities for the LEOP and IOT.

Highly collaborative team player who can quickly earn the confidence of co-workers and teammates

Experience in MEF standards.

Proficient with MATLAB, Python, or similar

Excellent oral and written communication skills The successful candidate must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Senior Test Engineering Specialist role at Telesat involve?

The Senior Test Engineering Specialist position at Telesat in Bethesda, MD is a full time hire - (fte with benefits) role. Télésat (Nasdaq et TSX : TSAT) est un opérateur mondial de satellites de premier plan qui fournit depuis plus de 50 ans des solutions de communication par satellite fiables et sécurisées à des clients du secteur de la radiodiffusion, des télécommunications, des entreprises et des gouvernements. Forte d'une tradition d'excellence en ingénierie, de fiabilité et de service à la clientèle de premier ordre dans le secteur, Télésat est devenue l'un des opérateurs mondiaux de satellites les plus importants et les plus prospères.

What skills are required for Senior Test Engineering Specialist at Telesat?

Key skills for this role include: Python, Vue, RDS, IOS, Jira, Agile.

What is the salary for Senior Test Engineering Specialist at Telesat?

The salary for this position is not publicly listed. You can negotiate during the interview process. Check Glassdoor or Levels.fyi for estimates.

Is the Senior Test Engineering Specialist position at Telesat remote or on-site?

This position is On-site. The role is based in Bethesda, MD.

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About This Role

Senior Test Engineering Specialist at Telesat is a full time hire - (fte with benefits) qa & testing position in Bethesda, MD. Key skills include Python, Vue, RDS, IOS, Jira, Agile. Education: Master's Degree preferred. Experience: 5+ years.

This role is classified as on-site and is suitable for senior-level professionals. Ghost Score 20/100 (Probably Active) indicates this listing is probably active with recent employer engagement.

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