Landing Station Systems Specialist

The Landing Station Systems Specialist provides deep technical expertise to support the design, integration, deployment, and operational readiness of satellite Landing Station systems. This role focuses on system-level integration across communications, IT, networking, facilities, and infrastructure, ensuring Landing Station solutions are reliable, secure, supportable, and aligned with program objectives.

Working as part of the Landing Station program team, the Systems Specialist collaborates closely with engineering, program management, operations, vendors, and external partners to deliver mission‑critical ground infrastructure supporting next‑generation satellite constellations.

Landing Station Systems Integration

Deployment & Activation Support

Systems Documentation & Handover

Operational Support & Continuous Improvement

Vendor & Stakeholder Collaboration

Education

• Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electronics Engineering Technology, or a related technical discipline.
• Advanced degrees or specialized certifications are considered assets.

Experience

• 10+ years of experience in satellite communications, ground station systems, network engineering, or complex IT/communications infrastructure environments.
• Demonstrated experience designing, integrating, and supporting multi‑disciplinary systems spanning communications, IT, networking, and facilities.
• Experience supporting remote or distributed operational environments is strongly preferred.

Technical Skills & Competencies

• Strong systems integration, troubleshooting, and fault‑isolation skills.
• In‑depth knowledge of satellite communications and ground station technologies.
• Experience with Layer 2 / Layer 3 networking, carrier hand‑off/demarcation, and secure network architectures.
• Familiarity with network and system management protocols and tools (e.g., SNMP, telemetry, remote monitoring).
• Knowledge of data centre or critical infrastructure design including power systems, HVAC, surveillance, and physical security.
• Experience with virtualization platforms, enterprise IT services, and cybersecurity‑focused system design.
• Strong documentation skills, including system descriptions, technical procedures, and operational handover materials.

Professional Attributes

• Clear and effective communicator, capable of explaining complex technical concepts to both technical and non‑technical stakeholders.
• Highly organized and detail‑oriented, with the ability to manage multiple concurrent workstreams.
• Collaborative team player with the ability to work across engineering, program management, and operations functions.
• Proactive problem solver with a continuous‑improvement mindset.

Working Conditions

• Full‑time position with an office hybrid or Remote work from home environment.
• Primarily office‑based with periodic field support activities at Landing Station sites.
• Domestic and international travel may be required.
• The successful candidate must be eligible to work in Canada and able to obtain and maintain clearance under the Canadian Controlled Goods Program (CGP).

This role does not typically include direct reports but is expected to provide technical leadership and mentorship within multi‑disciplinary project teams.