Satellite Communications Systems Engineer

Shape reliable satellite communications through RF link budgets, telemetry acquisition, and command delivery at MDA Space.This System Engineer designs and verifies TT&C/PDT subsystems for current and next-generation remote sensing and communications satellites. The position connects spacecraft payload teams, ground-segment developers, and mission operations. Responsibilities span modulation and coding studies, RF front-ends, antenna pointing, command sequencing, telemetry parsing, health monitoring, and standards compliance.Key Responsibilities:
Analyze modulation schemes, coding, frequency plans, ranging, and link budgetsDesign transceivers, RF front-ends, antenna-pointing, and telemetry functionsVerify compliance with CCSDS, ECSS, ITU, and regulatory standardsCoordinate interfaces with internal teams, suppliers, and external vendorsValidate command uplink and telemetry during early-orbit checkoutRequirements:
15+ years of TT&C/PDT system design experienceLEO, MEO, or GEO satellite platform experienceKnowledge of TM/TC packets, PUS services, and frequency regulationsUnderstanding of space environment, orbit mechanics, and systems engineeringExperience with Confluence and JIRA;
English proficiency requiredBring satellite communications design, RF analysis, and verification experience to MDA Space’s spacecraft engineering programs.
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