Senior LEO SOC Systems Engineer

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Telesat

Ottawa, Ontario

On-site

Posted January 22, 2026

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 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

Want to be part of the team setting up the satellite control system for the most advanced satellite constellation in the world?

In this role, you’ll be utilizing the latest software technology to maintain and develop containerized software to support satellite operations and participating in setting up a high-assurance containerized satellite control system.

You’ll have the opportunity to work with new technologies, learn about satellites and satellite control systems, and work in a collaborative operational team. Our system integrates the satellite control system with custom software components, a data platform, and advanced automation.

You’ll have a degree in computing, engineering or science with a variety of courses (especially software development, physics, systems engineering, or satellite engineering). You'll succeed in this position if you have some work experience programming containerized software and some experience in supporting operational activities.

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