Satellite System Engineer

Montreal, Canada

Temps-Plein / Full-Time

Mode de travail: Présentiel / Work arrangement: On Site

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About the Position

We are looking for Satellite System Engineers to collaborate on one of our projects in the space sector.

Who are we?

Scalian is a multinational engineering consulting firm with over 35 years of experience and nearly 6,000 specialists across 12 countries.

We provide expertise in Operations & Technology and Information Technology to a variety of industries, including aerospace, defense, railways, and energy, supporting their development.

At Scalian, people are at the heart of our priorities. By joining us, you will have the opportunity to achieve your professional goals in a collaborative and supportive environment.

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Responsibilities

As part of the System Engineering Department, the Satellite System Engineer will contribute to the definition, development, integration, and validation of satellite systems or sub-systems (e.g., payload, platform, bus, or ground segment).

The role may involve mission analysis, requirements management, system design and architecture, performance analysis, integration support, and verification & validation activities across various phases of the satellite lifecycle.

Responsibilities may include:

• Contribute to the definition and flow-down of system requirements from mission level to subsystem level
• Support system architecture development and perform trade-off analyses
• Develop and maintain technical documentation including system requirements, design descriptions, interface documentation, and operational concepts (CONOPS)
• Perform system-level analyses such as performance budgets, functional analyses, modeling and simulations
• Support interface definition and management between subsystems (e.g., payload, platform, avionics, RF, ground segment)
• Participate in design reviews and technical assessments (SRR, PDR, CDR, etc.)
• Contribute to integration, verification, and validation activities at subsystem and system levels
• Develop or support test plans, procedures, and data analysis activities
• Support qualification and acceptance testing campaigns
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including hardware, software, RF, mechanical, and operations teams
• Contribute to anomaly investigation and resolution during development, integration, or operational phases
• Provide technical support during assembly, integration, environmental testing, and potentially in-orbit commissioning

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Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering (Aerospace, Electrical, Mechanical, Systems Engineering, or related field)
• Several years of experience working on LEO/MEO satellite systems or sub-systems (e.g., payload, platform, bus, flight dynamics, operations, mission analysis, RF systems, ground segment, etc.)
• Familiarity with requirements management, system budgets, trade-off analyses, and interface control
• Experience participating in design, testing, integration, verification, and validation activities
• Experience in supporting spacecraft operations teams in critical phases
• Hands-on individual who can lead all systems integration processes
• Experience with qualification and acceptance testing of new designs
• Exposure to satellite development lifecycle phases (design, AIT, commissioning, operations)
• Experience creating or using models and/or simulation software
• Understanding of RF systems, spacecraft subsystems, or mission analysis is an asset
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work in multidisciplinary teams and communicate effectively in technical environments
• Proficiency in English; French is an asset

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Why Join Our Team?

• Gain valuable experience across various sectors and critical projects while advancing within the same company;
• Enjoy a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package (health and dental insurance, life and long-term disability insurance, group RRSP with company contribution, etc.);
• Access continuous training to expand your knowledge and stay on the cutting edge of technology;
• Build a personalized career path aligned with your professional goals;
• Explore international work opportunities through our mobility program and global presence;
• Join a dynamic, specialized, and growing team where communication is key and each team member is valued;
• Be part of a team where professional fulfillment is a priority (team buildings, happy hours, marathons, and much more!).

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About the Company

Scalian is a multinational engineering consulting firm with over 35 years of experience and nearly 6,000 specialists across 12 countries.

We provide expertise in Operations & Technology and Information Technology to a variety of industries, including aerospace, defense, railways, and energy, supporting their development.

At Scalian, people are at the heart of our priorities. By joining us, you will have the opportunity to achieve your professional goals in a collaborative and supportive environment.