Hardware Reliability Engineer

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 50 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 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 fleet consists of 15 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

We are seeking a dedicated Hardware Reliability Specialist to join our team specializing in satellite user terminal and landing station technologies for Telesat Lightspeed constellation. In this role, you will be instrumental in ensuring the reliability and performance of our satellite user terminal and landing station hardware through rigorous testing, analysis, and continuous improvement initiatives.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Conduct thorough reliability testing and analysis of satellite user terminal and landing station hardware components and systems
• Define requirements for Mean Time Before Failure at the component level to meet calculated reliability at the system level per target market product definition
• Develop and execute reliability test plans, including environmental stress testing, accelerated life testing, and failure mode analysis (FMA)
• Collaborate closely with design engineers to identify potential reliability issues and implement design improvements based on test results
• Perform statistical analysis of test data to evaluate product reliability, predict failures, and recommend improvements
• Generate detailed test reports and present findings to stakeholders, providing clear recommendations for product enhancements
• Participate actively in design reviews to ensure reliability requirements are met and Design For Excellence (DfX) including Design for Manufacturability, Design for Cost/Procurement, Design for Assembly and Design for Testability principles are applied
• Evaluate supplier components and materials for reliability compliance and performance suitability and provide requirements for field replacement and repair strategies
• Define and implement reliability metrics and key performance indicators (KPIs) to monitor product reliability throughout its lifecycle
• Stay up to date with industry standards and best practices related to hardware reliability testing and analysis
  
  

Education & Experience Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related technical field; Master’s degree preferred
• 10+ years of experience in hardware reliability engineering, preferably in satellite communication or aerospace industries
• Proficient in reliability testing methodologies such as HALT, HASS, FMEA, and environmental testing; terminal regulatory and homologation knowledge a plus
• Familiarity with MIL-STD-810 or DO-160 is a plus
• Strong analytical skills with experience in statistical analysis tools for reliability assessment
• Familiarity with reliability prediction software (e.g., ReliaSoft, Relex, Windchill) is advantageous
• In-depth knowledge of satellite user terminal hardware architecture and components
• Excellent problem-solving abilities and attention to detail
• Effective communication skills with the ability to convey technical information clearly and concisely
• Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
  
  

DECISION MAKING & SUPERVISION:

• This role has no direct reports, but will work and interact with multi-disciplinary engineering teams.
  
  

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• This role offers hybrid work environment
• Working conditions are generally comfortable typical of an office environment
• International travel is required
• The successful candidate must be able to work in Canada and obtain a Reliability Clearance
  
  

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.