--- title: 'Document Control Coordinator at Telesat' canonical: 'https://feeny.ai/job/document-control-coordinator-telesat-ottawa-09jw54d0q71e' type: 'job' last_seen: '2026-09-11' --- # Document Control Coordinator at Telesat - **Company:** Telesat - **Location:** Ottawa, Canada - **Employment:** full-time - **Work type:** hybrid - **Posted:** 2026-09-01 - **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-11 - **Apply:** https://jobs.lever.co/telesat/ca951869-be76-4b60-ad76-d866ba03e20b ## Job description 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 Telesat LEO Lightspeed Document Control Coordinator will report to the Lightspeed Manager, Configuration Management & Change Control. The Document Control Coordinator plays a critical role in supporting mission assurance and program execution within Lightspeed Program. This position is responsible for the controlled management of technical and program documentation throughout its lifecycle, ensuring compliance with aerospace quality standards, configuration management principles, and customer/mission requirements. The Document Control Coordinator will require a good working knowledge of document and data management control processes and procedures with experience working with best practices standards such as CM2, ANSI-EIA 649, or ISO 10007 on complex, large to medium sized systems integration projects. The Document Control Coordinator will also require excellent organizational, language, writing and communication skills with intermediate to advanced proficiency using MS Office products (MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint). The role ensures that all documentation is accurate, traceable, audit-ready, and aligned with program baselines, supporting the successful delivery of high-reliability, mission-critical space systems. Main Responsibilities The Document Control Coordinator will work with other Configuration & Data Management (CADM) team members and Lightspeed technical personnel in the following capacity: Review & Approval Workflow Coordination - Coordinate and monitor the document development process lifecycle from initiation to final approval for all internally developed Lightspeed documentation including but not limited to: - Initiating and coordinating formal peer reviews - Initiating and managing final approval workflows - Tracking review cycles, comments, and resolution to closure, ensuring full accountability and traceability Technical Writing - Create and manage controlled templates aligned with program, customer (e.g., Telesat Lightspeed), and regulatory requirements - Guide engineering, systems, and program teams in the proper creation of technical documentation (e.g., specifications, ICDs, procedures, verification artifacts) - Develop, write, and edit technical documentation for the organization, which include manuals, procedures, specifications, and design documents - Edit and proofread content to ensure that documents are free of grammatical mistakes, technical inaccuracies and adhere to: - Lightspeed standards - Internal mission assurance processes - Customer and contractual deliverable requirements - Proper versioning, revision history, and approvals process - Ensure that documentation is compliant security requirements and applicable regulations - Apply consistent formatting and structure across all technical and program documentation - Ensure compliance with corporate branding and customer deliverable requirements - Support audit readiness for internal reviews, customer audits, and regulatory assessments Document Numbering & Configuration Control - Maintain document configuration status, version control, and baseline integrity - Support configuration control processes and change management activities - Log and capture program documentation - Generate Release Notices as required to notify the Lightspeed Program of completed and approved documentation - Assists in data searches for historical documents. Other Duties and Responsibilities Document Control Coordinator will be cross-trained and expected to support other Configuration and Data Management functions including but not limited to: - Contractor deliverable processing and validation - Change Control - Configuration Item management - Training development and delivery - Support continuous process improvement activities by identifying and driving improvements that will make the document control and configuration management processes more efficient, reliable, and cost effective. ## Qualifications & Experience - Bachelor’s Degree, Library Information Science/College Degree in Information and Library Technologies related field or equivalent related experience. - 2–4 years of experience in document control, configuration management working on medium to large, complex development and systems integration project Security & Compliance Requirements - Canadian Reliability Status (Minimum) is required - Eligibility for Controlled Goods Program (CGP) Registration is required - Ability to handle controlled, sensitive, and export-regulated technical data in compliance with Canadian and international regulations - Understanding of ITAR/EAR concepts or equivalent export control frameworks is considered an asset ## Key Competencies - Familiarity with systems engineering documentation (e.g., requirements, design documentation, verification matrices, interface control documents) - Experience supporting formal program reviews (SRR, PDR, CDR, TRR, ORR) - Exposure to mission assurance or product assurance functions - Familiarity with configuration management and controlled document lifecycles in complex engineering programs - Strong attention to detail with a focus on traceability, compliance, and quality - Experience with document management tools (e.g., PLM systems, SharePoint, GCDocs) - Excellent organizational and communication skills - Exceptional language and writing skills - Intermediate to advanced proficiency using MS Office products (MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint) - Effective coordinator across engineering, mission assurance, and program teams - Ability to manage multiple deliverables under tight program schedules - Strong follow-through and accountability in review/approval workflows Decision Making & Supervision: - This role has no direct reports, but will work and interact with multi-disciplinary engineering, contracts, legal, and commercial teams. Working Conditions: - Working conditions are typical of an office environment. - Occasional travel, including international travel, is possible. ## #LI-SM1 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. ## About Telesat ## Company Overview - **One-liner**: Telesat is a leading global satellite operator that designs, builds, and operates advanced satellite networks to deliver critical connectivity solutions for enterprise, government, telecom, maritime, and aeronautical customers. - **Entity Type**: Public (Nasdaq and TSX: TSAT) - **Headquarters**: Ottawa, Ontario, Canada (with offices in Bethesda, US, and other global locations) - **Founded**: 1969 (often described as a "54-year-old start-up") - **Founders**: Not publicly available (established as a Canadian crown corporation originally) ## Core Business - **Primary industry/industries**: Satellite Communications, Telecommunications, Space Infrastructure - **Target customers**: B2B, Enterprise, Government, Telecom operators, Maritime, Aeronautical, and Broadband service providers - **Mission or purpose statement**: Deliver critical satellite connectivity solutions that tackle today’s most complex communications challenges, connecting the unconnected and expanding the reach of transformational technologies. ## Products & Services - **Geostationary (GEO) Satellite Fleet**: A state-of-the-art global fleet of geostationary satellites providing reliable, high-capacity connectivity for broadcast, broadband, and enterprise customers. This is the legacy business generating current revenue. - **Telesat Lightspeed™ (LEO Network)**: A revolutionary Low Earth Orbit satellite network optimized for enterprise and government customers. Designed to provide ubiquitous, affordable, high-capacity links with fibre-like speeds for telecom, government, maritime, and aeronautical applications. This is the company's primary growth initiative. - **Technical Consultation & Support Services**: Industry-leading technical expertise and consulting services provided to satellite operators, insurers, and other industry stakeholders globally. ## Market Standing - **Valuation/Market Cap**: $655.4 million market cap (as of recent data) - **Key Metric**: Annual Revenue of CAD $418M (LTM) / GEO Revenue guidance for 2026: C$300M-C$320M - **Notable Investors/Partners**: Publicly traded company; specific institutional investors not listed in search results. Key partners include telecom, government, and enterprise customers globally. - **Growth Signals**: - Developing Lightspeed, a next-gen LEO network with 156+ enterprise-class satellites, fully funded for global service (US$3.8B). - GEO backlog of C$800M and LEO backlog of C$1.1B (Q1 2026). - Headcount growth of +14.6% YoY (+133 people), now employing 575 people. - Identified 4,500+ enterprise and government accounts globally for Lightspeed go-to-market. - IPO in 2021. ## Competitive Advantages - **50+ Years of Heritage**: A "54-year-old start-up" with decades of industry-leading engineering excellence and reliability, combined with a disruptive, innovative culture. - **Dual-Architecture Strategy**: Operates both a mature, cash-flowing GEO fleet and a next-gen LEO network (Lightspeed), providing stability and a future growth engine. - **Enterprise & Government Focus**: Lightspeed is specifically designed for the high-reliability, mission-critical needs of enterprise and government customers (a $320B addressable market), differentiating it from consumer-focused LEO constellations. - **Established Customer Relationships**: Long-standing, collaborative partnerships with customers globally, providing deep market knowledge and a strong sales channel. ## Strategic Focus - **Lightspeed Deployment**: The primary strategic priority is the launch and operationalization of the Telesat Lightspeed LEO network, targeting global service. - **Revenue Transition**: Managing the transition from legacy GEO broadcast/broadband revenue to high-growth LEO enterprise and government revenue. - **Market Expansion**: Leveraging the Lightspeed network to capture a share of the $650B LEO addressable market, with a specific focus on telecom, government, maritime, and aeronautical verticals. - **Talent Acquisition**: Actively hiring brilliant, inspired people to bring the Lightspeed network to life and continue innovating. ## Why Work Here - **Culture**: Described as collaborative, customer-centric, and innovative. The company values openness, honesty, and integrity. It celebrates diversity and supports community involvement through volunteerism and STEM initiatives. - **Work Environment**: Collaborative office spaces designed to foster teamwork and creativity. Remote options are available for some roles (e.g., Account Executive, Government Business Development Northern Europe is listed as remote). - **Notable Perks & Benefits**: - Highly competitive salaries with performance-based compensation and annual bonuses. - Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance. - Parental and family leave benefits. - Generous paid time off, holidays, and flex days. - Retirement and pension plans with company matching. - Employee discount programs, social outings, and team-building events. - **Engineering Culture**: A strong legacy of engineering excellence. Employees work on one of the most ambitious communications challenges in history (Lightspeed). Co-op and internship programs are available for early career talent to learn from industry experts. ## Sources 1. [Telesat.com - Careers](https://www.telesat.com/careers/) 2. [Telesat.com - About Us](https://www.telesat.com/about-us/) 3. [LinkedIn - Telesat](https://linkedin.com/company/telesat.com) 4. [Telesat.com - Jobs](https://www.telesat.com/careers/jobs/) 5. 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