Senior Test Engineering Specialist

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 is looking for a Senior Test Engineering Specialist to work on the software applications that will control our new generation of Low Earth Orbit satellites.

Main Responsibilities

Gain deep understanding of the applications used to control the Telesat LEO constellation
Develop, review, and execute test cases
Characterize product defects and report in Jira
Work with development teams to seek solutions to bugs
Make recommendations to ensure best-in-class test process and tools
Ensure product under test meets technical, functional, performance and business requirements.

Specialized Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Operating Systems: Linux, Windows
Network Management Tools: Working knowledge of Network Management or Element Management, Putty/Supper, WinSCP
VMs: Kubernetes (POD) and Containers (Docker)
Strong knowledge of Network Protocols
Traffic Generator: Spirent / IXia, Test Center, tcpdump and iPerf
Database: Postgres, MySQL,
Work Tools: Jira, Jama, Zephyr, Miro
Networking: Strong understanding of OSI-Layer, TCP, UDP, IP networking, routing protocols, and network optimization.
Design, configure, and maintain IP networks, VLANs, routing protocols (BGP, OSPF, IS-IS), and security policies
Optimize network performance, monitoring, and troubleshooting
Implement and manage NETCONF and gNMIc for automated network device configuration.
Develop and maintain YANG models for structured and standardized configurations.
gNOI for network operations, diagnostics, and state validation.
Data Formats: Hands-on experience with JSON, JSON IETF, XML, and YAML, PROTO, and REST APIs for data exchange and automation workflows.
Proficiency in YANG models, NETCONF, gNMIc, gNOI, and API-based automation.
Tools & Platforms: Experience with network controllers, telemetry, and monitoring tools

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience programming with Python, especially for automation.
Ansible for network automation.
Kafka.
SATCOM: GEO/MEO/LEO (DVBS2/x, TDMA, ATDMA, SCPC). Hubs and Satellite Router: (Remotes).
Security Standard and tools: STIG (Qualys, Backtrack-5 and N-map)
Wireless Communications: Wi-Fi and Satellite, and earth station technologies, including the design of Very Small Aperture Terminals (VSATs), basics of GPS satellite-based amplification systems. 5G.
MEF
SR-MPLS
CCNA or CCNP certification
Soft Skills:
Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
Excellent oral and written communication abilities.
Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.

Education and Experience

B.Sc in Computer Science or Bachelor’s in Engineering (or equivalent).
Minimum least 14 years industry experience.

The successful candidate must be able to work in Canada and obtain clearance under the Canadian Controlled Goods Program (CGP).

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.

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Commitment: Full Time Hire - (FTE with Benefits)

Department: Lightspeed System Development - System Engineering

Location: Ottawa, Ontario

Team: System Verification and Validation

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