Senior Mission and Operations Satellite Systems Engineer

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

Are you a seasoned satellite systems engineer with a passion for mission design, operations planning, and cutting-edge constellation tech? We're hiring a Senior Mission & Operations Satellite Systems Engineer to join an innovative team shaping the future of satellite operations.

You’ll play a key role in designing and implementing operational strategies for upcoming satellite missions — from planning and procedure development to simulation, testing, and live execution.

What You'll Be Doing:

  • Designing and simulating launch and early orbit phase (LEOP) operations

  • Developing mission-critical in-orbit procedures and operations manuals

  • Leading testing, training, and validation for satellite operations

  • Supporting on-orbit commissioning, routine ops, and contingency responses

  • Driving In-Orbit Testing (IOT) and anomaly resolution (including FDIR)

  • Working across interface control documents (ICDs) and database integration

  • Contributing to ConOps design, modeling, and automation strategies

  • Running satellite simulators and developing supporting scripts

What We're Looking For:

  • A degree in engineering or a related technical field

  • 10+ years of hands-on experience in space systems or satellite operations

  • Strong background in LEO/MEO mission planning and design

  • Experience with automated satellite ops workflows

  • Systems engineering knowledge across both space and ground segments

  • Proficiency in Python (or similar scripting), MATLAB, and AGI STK

  • Experience using modeling/simulation tools and telemetry structures

Bonus Points If You Have:

  • Experience in constellation operations or new-space mission environments

  • Familiarity with automated testing and DevOps toolchains

  • Skilled in MS Excel for technical analysis

  • Experience with DOORS, Windchill, or Jama

  • French language skills (a plus but not required)

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