Satellite Platform TT&C Systems Engineer | Remote Opportunity | Fastwater Staffing

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📍 Location: Montreal, Canada 📄 Employment Type: Full-Time 🏢 Work Arrangement: On-site preferred; hybrid/remote considered for exceptional candidates (must be willing to work on-site at least one week per month) 🚀 Start Date: Immediate 💰 Compensation: TBD -- based on skills and experience Important Screening Requirements Must be eligible to obtain or hold Controlled Goods Program (CGP) clearance . H-1B visa holders are welcome to apply. Relocation assistance is available for qualified candidates. Candidates working remotely or in a hybrid capacity must be willing to travel and work on-site in Montreal for at least one week per month . About the Role We are seeking a Satellite Platform TT&C Systems Engineer to support the design, integration, and validation of Telemetry, Tracking, and Command (TT&C) systems for advanced satellite platforms. In this role, you will contribute to the development of RF communication subsystems, ensure compliance with international communication standards, and collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams to deliver reliable and high-performance satellite communication solutions. The ideal candidate has a strong background in RF engineering and satellite communication systems. Key Responsibilities Design, develop, and integrate Telemetry, Tracking, and Command (TT&C) systems for satellite platforms. Support the design and validation of RF communication subsystems, including transceivers, couplers, filters, and antennas. Perform system analysis, integration, and testing to ensure optimal communication performance. Ensure compliance with applicable communication standards and regulatory requirements. Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams to support system integration and mission readiness. Troubleshoot and resolve RF and communication subsystem issues throughout the development lifecycle. Prepare technical documentation, engineering analyses, and test reports. Support system verification, validation, and qualification activities. Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering . 5+ years of relevant engineering experience. Strong background in RF Engineering . Experience with communication subsystems, including: Transceivers Couplers Filters Antennas Knowledge of communication standards and regulations, including: ITU (International Telecommunication Union) CCSDS (Consultative Committee for Space Data Systems) ETSI (European Telecommunications Standards Institute) Preferred Qualifications Experience supporting satellite TT&C systems for LEO, MEO, or GEO missions. Experience with satellite communication system integration, verification, and testing. Familiarity with space and ground segment communication architectures. Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and cross-functional collaboration skills.