--- title: 'Senior User Terminal System Engineer at Telesat' canonical: 'https://feeny.ai/job/senior-user-terminal-system-engineer-telesat-ottawa-ka1ntrzvqa0w' type: 'job' last_seen: '2026-10-16' --- # Senior User Terminal System Engineer at Telesat - **Company:** Telesat - **Location:** Ottawa, Canada - **Employment:** full-time - **Work type:** hybrid - **Posted:** 2026-09-29 - **Last confirmed live:** 2026-10-16 - **Apply:** https://jobs.lever.co/telesat/095af2f6-4dbd-4147-8f19-14f870264a9b ## 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 Telesat is seeking a motivated User Terminal System Engineer to support the development, integration, verification, and documentation of Lightspeed User Terminal solutions. This role provides exposure to advanced satellite communications, government and enterprise applications, mission-critical terminal use cases, and a range of suppliers. The successful candidate will work under the guidance of experienced systems engineers while taking increasing ownership of defined work packages. Main Responsibilities - Support development and maintenance of User Terminal requirements, PRDs, interfaces, and technical specifications. - Assist with requirements updates, traceability, compliance assessment, and requirements-to-test mapping across terminal hardware, modems, and software. - Participate in supplier meetings, workshops, requirements reviews, design reviews, and integration activities. - Review supplier documentation and track technical actions, interfaces, risks, deliverables, and verification status. - Assist with writing CONOPS and requirements for fixed, mobility, and maritime applications. - Prepare and review CDRLs, test plans, procedures, reports, compliance matrices, verification records, presentations, and technical reports. - Participate in laboratory integration, testing, demonstrations, troubleshooting, and acceptance activities. - Support contractual requirements reviews, bids, proposals, design activities, and customer deliverables. - Assist with Capella operational and functional architecture updates. Education and Experience Required - Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Systems Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related technical discipline. - 6 to 9 years of relevant engineering experience in systems engineering, satellite communications, telecommunications, aerospace, secure communications, networking, or a related field. - Experience supporting complex multidisciplinary product-development activities across requirements, design, integration, verification, and delivery. Specialized Knowledge, Skills & Abilities - Working knowledge of systems engineering, requirements management, technical documentation, integration, and verification. - Foundational knowledge of satellite communications, telecommunications, networking, RF, embedded systems, or software-intensive products. - Ability to analyze technical information, follow engineering processes, and produce clear, accurate documentation. - Familiarity with Jama, DOORS, Capella, Jira, Confluence, or equivalent tools is an asset. - Strong analytical, organizational, problem-solving, communication, and attention-to-detail skills. Decision Making & Supervision - Works under general supervision with increasing independence. - Makes routine technical decisions within established requirements, processes, and assigned scope. - Seeks guidance for decisions with significant architectural, contractual, safety, cost, or schedule implications. - Normally has no direct supervisory responsibility but may coordinate defined tasks as assigned. Working Conditions - Hybrid office environment based in Ottawa, with regular virtual and in-person engineering meetings. - Work may include activities in laboratories, integration facilities, customer sites, and supplier facilities. - Occasional domestic and international travel may be required for workshops, reviews, integration, demonstrations, and customer or supplier engagements. - Occasional schedule flexibility may be required to support tests or collaborate across time zones. 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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