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 successful candidate will lead and manage development of user terminal type approval and certification process, third-party vendor management, and definition of test procedures for the Telesat Lightspeed LEO constellation.In addition, they will provide technical expertise in the development, integration, and productization of antennas and user terminal technology as it pertains to the needs and uses cases of satellite terminals.This position is also responsible for the creation and support of user terminal sales tools.Resource is required to work onsite a minimum of 4 days per week

- LeadandmanagedevelopmentoftypeapprovalfortheUser Terminals for the Telesat Lightspeed LEO constellation
- Manage third-party vendor inquires, evaluations and support
- Provide technicalexpertisein the development, integration, and productization of antenna and modem technology asitpertainstotheneeds and uses cases of satellite terminals
- Deliverproductrequirementsandtechnicalspecificationsforusebyinternal and external development teams,



including requirements for documentation
- Supportsalesandcommercialgo-to-marketinitiativestodriveservice adoption that meet or exceed revenue targets
- AsamemberoftheUserTerminalteam,youwillberesponsibleforthe definition, specifications, and process for third-party type approval and certification of user terminals on the Telesat Lightspeed network.
- Evaluationofantennasanduserterminals withintegratedandstand-alone modems.Upgrades from NGSO or multi-band/multi-orbit solutions
- Definetestprocedures,measurements,reportsofterminalcriteriaincludingRFcharacteristicsfromaccreditedtestlabscertified
- Ensure that Telesat Lightspeed user terminal third-party process is designed to meet market needs to deliver the most compelling products and operate at the highest quality-of-service standards
- WorkinclosecollaborationwithTelesat’ssystemsengineeringand technical product management teams to ensure seamless integration of terminal functionality and performance within the complete system and according to product roadmaps
- Bachelor’sdegreeinengineeringorrelevantdisciplinewithanemphasisincommunicationsystemsorsatelliteterminals
- Minimum10years’experienceinproductmanagementinaSTEMfieldwithaminimumof5yearsinthesatcomsector
- Master'sdegreeorMBAisaplus
- Experiencemanagingterminals,antennasormodemsthroughatypeof approval process is preferred.
- Knowledge of satellite antenna and modem technologies required for terminals
- KnowledgeofsatellitemarketsandverticalssuchasEnterprise,Maritime, Land Mobility, Government, or Aviation
- Knowledgeofantenna,RFormodemcertificationsandhomologationa plus
- Ability to write clear,conciseand testable product requirements and experienceinprioritizationoffeatures,enhancementsandminimum viableproducts




- Successinbuildingwinningcommunicationproductsandmanaginglong term roadmaps for complex communication systems
- Proven success collaborating with cross-functional teams including technology, business development, marketing, sales, 0perationandsupport
- Experienceworkingwithexternalvendorsincludingoutsidedesignand manufacturing facilities
- Excellentcommunicatorwiththeabilitytosummarizecomplexproblems, solutionsand recommendations for diverse audiences, including both technical and non-technical customers,colleaguesand executives
- FluentinEnglish,writtenandoral
- Makesdecisionsabouttaskprioritiesasrequiredinthecourseofleading externalvendor’sdesigns
- Self motivationandthedrivetotakeonvariedtasksthroughtoconclusion
- Theabilitytoworkwellwithadiverseteamspreadaroundtheworld
- Abilitytodescribetechnicalsolutionsinaneasilyreadable,conciseand accurateway
- Willneedtoexecuteinareasofambiguityandmakereasonabledecisions
- There is no direct reportingstaffbut this role is expected to lead multi-disciplinary project teams and/or provide technicalassistanceorguidanceto other engineers orspecialists;
- Supervisionofsuppliers/contractorduringsupplierfacingactivities.
- ThispositionwillbebasedoutoftheTelesatBethesda,MDorOttawa,ONoffice
- Full-timeofficeorhybrid80/20office/remote,subjecttoworkneeds
- Workingconditionsaregenerallycomfortabletypicalofanoffice setting.
- Occasionaltravel,includinginternationaltravelisanticipated
- Candidatemustbeabletoobtainrelevantsecurityclearanceifbasedin Canada
At Telesat, we take pride in being an equal opportunity employer that values equality in the workplace. We are committed to providing the best candidate experience possible including any required accommodations at every stage of our interview process.

All qualified applicants that have been selected for an interview that require accommodations, are advised to inform the Telesat Talent team accordingly. We will work with you to meet your needs. All accommodation information provided will be treated as confidential.

📌 User Terminal Product Manager (Ottawa)
🏢 Telesat
📍 Ottawa