User Terminal Product Manager

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

Purpose of Job

• Lead and manage development of type approval for the User Terminals for the Telesat Lightspeed LEO constellation 
• Manage third-party vendor inquires, evaluations and support
• Provide technical expertise in the development, integration, and productization of antenna and modem technology as it pertains to the needs and uses cases of satellite terminals 
• Deliver product requirements and technical specifications for use by internal and external development teams, including requirements for documentation 
• Support sales and commercial go-to-market initiatives to drive service adoption that meet or exceed revenue targets 

Main Responsibilities

• As a member of the User Terminal team, you will be responsible for the definition, specifications, and process for third-party type approval and certification of user terminals on the Telesat Lightspeed network. 
• Evaluation of antennas and user terminals with integrated and stand-alone modems. Upgrades from NGSO or multi-band/multi-orbit solutions