Satellite Platform TT&C Systems Engineer

MANNARINO Systems & Software Inc. is a leader in providing safety-critical systems, software, hardware and certification engineering services to the aerospace, defense, space, simulation & power generation industries.

Our customer base is very large, covering traditional aerospace companies as well as new and exciting markets, including electric propulsion, Urban Air Mobility, Unmanned Aerial Vehicle and autonomous flight.

The MANNARINO culture is focused on high quality, hard work, professionalism and teamwork within a highly respectful, motivating atmosphere geared towards long-term business growth.

Benefits

• a comprehensive group insurance and RRSP plan
• a flextime policy with paid overtime
• discretionary bonuses
• a fitness reimbursement program
• other office perks such as catered weekly lunches and free hot beverages (espresso, coffee, hot chocolate and tea)
• regular company outings

Career Opportunity and Primary Roles / Responsibilities

As a member of the Systems Engineering Department, the Platform TT&C Systems Engineer will provide technical expertise for the Tracking, Telemetry and Command subsystem that provides a communication path between the satellite and the operations control center.

• Participate in the design of Platform TT&C systems that operate at various frequency bands
• Perform system-level link budget analyses
• Provide input to antenna scattering analyses and review results
• Support systems engineering documentation including requirements specifications, statement of compliance, verification matrix and design descriptions
• Prepare interface control documentation for TT&C subsystem interconnection with the other Platform subsystems
• Troubleshoot TT&C-related issues on integrated satellite and on Platform Engineering Model (FlatSat) test setups
• Ensure inter-operability between Platform TT&C subsystem and satellite Payload
• Contribute to overall communication concept of operations (ConOps)
• Support various milestone reviews: EQSR, SRR, PDR and CDR either at Customer, MDA or subcontractor facilities

Required Competencies

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering
• 5+ years of relevant experience
• Strong RF engineering background
• Experience with communication subsystems including transceivers, couplers, filters & antennas
• Experience with Communication standards and regulations including but not limited to ITU, CCSDS and ETSI

Miscellaneous Requirements

• Understanding of the space environment and communication satellites
• Experience with satellite tracking and/or ranging
• Demonstrated capability to efficiently work with little to no supervision
• Strong written and verbal communications skills in English, knowledge of French will be evaluated favorably
• Ability to lead and/or mentor junior members of the engineering team
• Work can be done remotely
• For employees based in Montreal, the work model is hybrid (at least one day at the office)
• The position might require travel to visit customers (in North America)

Knowledge of English is required to communicate and work with customers outside the province of Quebec. / La connaissance de l'anglais est requise pour communiquer et travailler avec nos clients situés à l'extérieur de la province de Québec.

At MANNARINO, we believe that passion and a desire to learn is crucial. Diversity of thought and experiences leads to innovative solutions and creativity. This is why we would like to encourage all those interested to apply.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be held in strict confidence. Only those selected for interview will be contacted.