About Calian

At Calian, we help organizations overcome obstacles, manage risks, and drive progress. Since 1982, we’ve grown from a small consulting firm into a trusted global company across defence, space, health, nuclear energy, public safety, and government.

We create innovative solutions that tackle complex challenges and help organizations and communities stay resilient, informed, and connected. If you’re driven by purpose and energized by solving real-world challenges, we want you on our team.

Job Type: Full Time

Aperçu du poste

Nous sommes à la recherche d’un Ingénieur Principal en satellites qui agira à titre de membre technique senior au sein de l’équipe d’ingénierie satellitaire, responsable de surveiller la performance et les opérations des satellites clients ainsi que du système de contrôle satellitaire. La personne titulaire du poste collabore étroitement avec les utilisateurs afin de résoudre les problématiques ayant un impact sur les opérations.

Responsabilités

Assurer le soutien aux opérations routinières des satellites ainsi que la planification, l’exécution et la production de rapports liés aux opérations de maintenance et aux situations de contingence, incluant l’exécution en temps réel des opérations de récupération et le support en temps réel pour la mise en œuvre d’activités spéciales ou non nominales.

Surveiller les activités de vol programmées afin d’évaluer l’état de santé des satellites et maintenir des registres de journalisation détaillés.

Fournir une expertise technique pour l’analyse, l’investigation et la documentation des anomalies satellitaires, ainsi que des recommandations techniques associées.

Coordonner et animer des réunions liées aux enjeux opérationnels, notamment pour le rétablissement après anomalie et le suivi des investigations.

Diriger la définition, la révision et la mise en œuvre des directives de planification spécifique aux satellites et assurer la communication de l’état des missions aux parties prenantes.

Effectuer des analyses de tendances à court et long terme des données de télémétrie afin d’anticiper toute dégradation de performance des sous-systèmes.

Assurer le bon fonctionnement et l’évolution du système de contrôle satellitaire, incluant les composantes matérielles, logicielles, les bases de données et la documentation.

Identifier les améliorations requises et mettre en œuvre les changements approuvés aux plans d’opérations, configurations satellites et procédures.

Assurer la formation interne et le perfectionnement continu des équipes, y compris la mise à jour du matériel de formation et la planification d’activités de maintien des compétences.

Contribuer au développement des futures missions ainsi qu’aux phases LEOP et de mise en service.

Assurer une disponibilité pour un service de garde 24 heures sur 24, selon une rotation établie.

Maintenir des relations de travail efficaces avec les partenaires externes et les clients, et soutenir les activités requises par la direction des opérations spatiales.

Qualifications

Diplôme universitaire en ingénierie, idéalement en génie électrique, mécanique ou aérospatial.

Excellente maîtrise de l’anglais à l’oral et à l’écrit, le français constitue un atout.

Connaissances techniques dans des domaines tels que les systèmes de contrôle, les systèmes radiofréquences, les systèmes d’énergie électrique, la mécanique orbitale, les systèmes Linux, les bases de données, les technologies de virtualisation et les langages de programmation comme Java, Python ou C constituent des atouts.

Admissibilité à obtenir une cote de sécurité secrète de Services publics et Approvisionnement Canada ainsi qu’à accéder au programme des marchandises contrôlées.

Admissibilité à devenir membre de l’Ordre des ingénieurs du Québec.

Exigences supplémentaires

Le titre de spécialiste satellite peut être attribué aux ressources n’ayant pas encore complété leur accréditation professionnelle auprès de l’OIQ.

Une capacité à évoluer dans un environnement opérationnel exigeant et à gérer des situations critiques en temps réel est requise.

Des déplacements peuvent être nécessaires occasionnellement (y compris à l’international – US) pour le support client

Position Overview

We are looking for a Lead Satellite Engineer to serve as a senior technical member of the satellite engineering team, responsible for monitoring the performance and operations of customer satellites and the Satellite Control System. The role involves direct interaction with users to resolve operational issues and ensure mission continuity.

Responsibilities

Support routine satellite operations as well as the planning, execution, and reporting of maintenance and contingency activities, including real-time execution of recovery operations and support for special or non-nominal satellite activities.

Monitor scheduled flight activities to assess satellite health and maintain detailed operational logs.

Provide expert technical guidance for anomaly investigation, reporting, and resolution, including analysis and recommendations.

Organize and lead operational meetings to address flight issues, coordinate anomaly recovery, and track investigation progress.

Lead the development, review, and implementation of special satellite planning instructions and communicate mission status updates to stakeholders.

Conduct short- and long-term telemetry trend analysis to identify potential subsystem degradation.

Support the performance and maintenance of the Satellite Control System, including hardware, software, databases, and operational procedures.

Identify improvement opportunities and implement approved changes to operational plans, satellite configurations, and procedures to optimize performance.

Lead staff training initiatives, including cross-training, maintaining training materials, and ensuring ongoing technical competency across the team.

Support future mission development activities, including LEOP and commissioning phases.

Participate in a 24/7 rotational on-call support schedule.

Maintain effective working relationships with external partners and customers, and provide support to space operations leadership as required.

Qualifications

University degree in Engineering, preferably in Electrical, Mechanical, or Aerospace Engineering.

Fluent in spoken and written English, with French considered an asset.

Knowledge in areas such as control systems, radio frequency systems, electrical power systems, orbital mechanics, Linux operating systems, database management, virtualization technologies, and programming languages such as Java, Python, or C is considered an asset.

Eligible to obtain PWGSC Secret security clearance and access to Controlled Goods.

Eligible for membership with the Ordre des Ingénieurs du Québec.

Additional Requirements

Individuals who have not completed their professional OIQ accreditation may be designated as Satellite Specialists.

Ability to operate effectively in a high-demand, real-time operational environment is required.

Travel may be required occasionally ( including internationally – US) for customer support

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AI Usage Disclosure

At Calian, we do not use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to screen or evaluate candidates. AI tools may support backend administrative tasks, but they do not influence hiring decisions. All evaluations and decisions are made by real people on our recruitment team and hiring managers. All applicants are reviewed and only those chosen for an interview will be contacted by our recruiting team.

How we hire

  • Our hiring process is designed to help us get to know you and discover if you are the best fit for our team. It’s also an opportunity for you to gauge if a role at Calian is the right fit for you.

    Throughout the process, we’ll share details of the kind of work you’ll be doing, the projects you’ll be working on, the team you’ll be joining, and what it’s like working at Calian. Our biggest tip throughout the process is to  just be your authentic self! 
  • Our commitment to diverse, yet highly specialized solutions require many different skills and abilities. We look for the best talent that can contribute to Calian’s success as well as enhance our  culture. We encourage you to apply to a role or join our talent community and sign up for job alerts that match your area of expertise and what you are looking for in your next opportunity.  

    During the recruiting process, you’re encouraged to notify us of any accommodations you may require. We’ll be happy to help. 

  • We give the same time and consideration to everyone who applies. Here are a few things you can do to ensure your application shines: 

    • Do your research on Calian, the department, and team you are looking to join 
    • Add a cover letter that explains why you are a good fit for this position  
    • Share a portfolio, personal websites, or links to your professional social media 
    • In your CV, highlight your key achievements – this is your time to brag 
    • Include dates! Share the timeline of your experience 
    • Stand out by tailoring your resume to each position you apply to  
    • Only apply to roles you’re genuinely interested in and that align to your experience 
    • Be prepared! Do your research on Calian, the department, and team you are looking to join
    • View the responsibilities for the role and find examples that demonstrate how you’ve completed these in your previous work  experience 
    • Prepare a list of questions to ask us 
    • Dress business casual for your interview (virtual and in person) 
    • We assess your skills and fit, you assess our fit for you 
    • We keep you updated and share expectations as we make progress in the recruiting cycle  
    • Feel free to reach out to your Talent Acquisition Specialist at any time during the hiring process