Senior Director, LEO Satellite Operations
telesat· LEO Satellite Operations
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 Senior Director LEO Satellite Operations will have overall responsibility for the development of the systems and the team that will operate the Lightspeed constellation of satellites through all phases of the mission including initial deployment, orbit raising, in service and end of life disposal. The Director will oversee the definition of the operations concepts, selection of the systems required for safe and efficient operations of the constellation, oversee the development and validation of the SOC systems and build and train the Satellite Operations team. The Director will be responsible for overseeing the operations of the satellites following launch through all phases of the mission to ensure efficient and reliable long term operations of the constellation.
Resource is required to work onsite at Telesat HQ 5 days per week.
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This is listed as a Full Time Hire (FTE with Benefits) position. It is posted as a Senior Director, LEO Satellite Operations role in the LEO Satellite Operations department at telesat.
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This Senior Director, LEO Satellite Operations position at telesat was posted on Dec 7, 2023. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
Senior Director, LEO Satellite Operations
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