Telesat

Director of Defence Satellite R&D

📍 Location
ottawa, on
⏰ Job Type
Full-time
📅 Posted
May 26, 2026
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Job Description

Lead innovative satellite solutions for defence with Telesat as the Director of Research and Development. Focus on mission-centric capabilities for Canadian and allied defense users in a full-time role.
Telesat is seeking a strategic R&D Director for Defence Satellite Mission Solutions. This role demands expertise in developing advanced satellite capabilities tailored to dynamic defence needs. Key skills include leading engineering efforts, analyzing defence trends, and coordinating cross-functional teams for innovative solutions in secure satellite communications.
Key Responsibilities:
• Lead lifecycle development of defence satellite solutions
• Analyze defence trends and identify capability gaps
• Design secure satellite-enabled technical architectures
• Oversee prototyping and validate new capabilities
• Collaborate across teams for mission alignment
Requirements:
• Master’s degree or PhD in Engineering or equivalent
• 5 to 10+ years in leadership role...

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