Director of Satellite Defence R&D at Telesat
Telesat
Become Telesat's R&D Director for Defence Satellite Mission Solutions, driving advanced satellite capabilities for national security. Lead innovative projects in Ottawa dedicated to defence missions.
This leadership position calls for a visionary to innovate and develop satellite solutions that directly serve defence stakeholders. Your strategic acumen will allow you to connect emerging technologies with organizational goals while guiding teams through complex development processes. Engage extensively with industry forums and promote Telesat’s capabilities in secure satellite communications.
Key Responsibilities:
• Direct mission-centric engineering for satellite solutions
• Identify defence trends and innovation opportunities
• Develop technical solutions based on mission needs
• Validate new capabilities aligned with security standards
• Integrate cutting-edge technologies within satellite systems
Requirements:
• Advanced degree in Engineering or equivalent
• Minimum of 5 years in leadership and management
• Over 10 years in satellite technology and defence systems
• Proficiency in satellite, RF, and optical technologies
• Capability to obtain Top Secret clearance
Lead Telesat’s R&D initiatives, bringing state-of-the-art satellite solutions to the forefront of defence technology.
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