Manager, Link Layer Testing
telesat· System Integration and Test
About this role
Telesat (Nasdaq and TSX: TSAT) is a leading global satellite operator, providing reliable and secure satellite-delivered communications solutions worldwide to broadcast, telecommunications, corporate and government customers for over 55 years. Backed by a legacy of engineering excellence, reliability and industry-leading customer service, Telesat has grown to be one of the largest and most successful global satellite operators.
Telesat Lightspeed, our revolutionary Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellite network, scheduled to begin service in 2027, will revolutionize global broadband connectivity for enterprise and Government users by delivering a combination of high capacity, security, resiliency and affordability with ultra-low latency and fiber-like speeds. Telesat is headquartered in Ottawa, Canada, and has offices and facilities around the world.
The company’s state-of-the-art Satellite fleet consists of 12 GEO satellites, the Canadian payload on ViaSat-1 and one LEO 3 demonstration satellite. For more information, follow Telesat on X and LinkedIn or visit www.telesat.com
The Manager, Link Layer Testing is responsible for leading the end‑to‑end integration, verification, and validation of the Lightspeed Link segment, including all ground‑to‑space and space‑to‑ground communications capabilities.
This role owns the planning, execution, and reporting of system‑level testing activities to ensure that Link functionality meets system requirements, performance objectives, and operational readiness criteria. The Manager will lead a team of verification and validation engineers and work closely with system engineering, payload, radio frequency, network, operations, and supplier teams to deliver high‑confidence system releases.
Resource is expected to be working onsite at Telesat HQ, 5 days per week
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This Manager, Link Layer Testing role at telesat is based in Ottawa, Ontario. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
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Manager, Link Layer Testing
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