Satellite and Payload System Test Authority

Job Category: Engineering
Location: Quebec, Canada
Employment Type: Contract
Location Terms: Remote

We’re supporting an innovative space tech company seeking a Satellite and Payload System Test Authority to join their System Engineering Department. In this role, you’ll define and execute test strategies and methodologies for digital payloads across the full satellite lifecycle — from planning to in-orbit validation.

This position is ideal for an experienced systems engineer with deep technical expertise in satellite communications, phased arrays, and payload testing.

What you’ll do:

  • Lead trade studies to develop satellite and payload test plans aligned with program verification and validation objectives

  • Define and implement test methods, test requirements, and oversee test procedure execution

  • Coordinate test integration with cross-disciplinary teams to meet mission and technical requirements

  • Maintain verification and validation matrices through the program lifecycle, including on-orbit commissioning

  • Oversee satellite and payload testing including EGSE definition, test supervision, data analysis, trending, and reporting

  • Contribute to the development of Satellite Operations Manuals and related training materials

  • Support in-orbit test campaigns and assist in anomaly resolution efforts

What you bring:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field

  • 10+ years of hands-on experience in digital communications systems for the space sector

  • Experience with LEO, MEO, or GEO satellite communications

  • Strong understanding of phased array antennas with active elements, signal processing, modulation schemes, and networking

  • Systems engineering experience across space and ground segment design, integration, and flight software

  • Proficiency with scripting languages such as Python

Bonus points for:

  • Experience with constellation operations and multi-satellite environments

  • Background in developing and testing automated test methodologies

  • Familiarity with DOORS, Windchill, or Jama for requirements management

  • Ability to work autonomously and drive initiatives with minimal supervision

  • Excellent communication skills in English (French is a plus)


 
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