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Own the integration, verification, and validation strategy for the Link segment across all program releases.
Lead Link end‑to‑end system testing spanning ground equipment, spacecraft, network control systems, and operational environments.
Define and maintain verification plans, test procedures, and acceptance criteria for Link capabilities.
Ensure full traceability from system and segment requirements to verification activities and test evidence.
Plan and execute laboratory, simulation, and integrated system tests to validate Link functionality and performance.
Lead system readiness activities supporting test readiness reviews, system readiness reviews, and operational readiness milestones.
Review and approve supplier test plans, test reports, and release documentation related to Link deliverables.
Drive issue identification, triage, root cause analysis, and closure in collaboration with engineering and supplier teams.
Build, lead, and develop a high‑performing Link verification and validation team.
Assign priorities, manage workload, and ensure delivery against program milestones.
Provide technical coaching and mentorship to verification and validation engineers.
Support hiring, onboarding, and skills development to ensure the right capabilities are in place.
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Act as the primary verification and validation interface for Link‑related topics.
Partner closely with system engineering, payload engineering, radio frequency engineering, network engineering, operations, and program management teams.
Participate in design and technical reviews to ensure testability and verification coverage.
Communicate test status, risks, and results clearly to engineering leadership and stakeholders.
Produce clear, traceable, and auditable verification evidence to support internal readiness decisions and external certification activities.
Ensure verification activities comply with organizational processes, quality standards, and governance requirements.
Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, Telecommunications, or a related field.
Minimum 8–12 years of relevant engineering experience, with at least 3 years in a technical leadership or management role.
Proven experience delivering system‑level integration and verification for complex, multi‑element systems.
Demonstrated ability to lead cross‑functional technical teams.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to explain complex technical issues to both technical and non‑technical stakeholders.
Experience working with external suppliers and partners.
Experience with satellite constellations or large‑scale communications networks.
Background in radio frequency systems, payload validation, or network performance testing .
Experience supporting operational readiness, early operations, or in‑service validation .
Technical leadership and decision‑making
Systems thinking and problem solving
Planning, execution, and delivery discipline
Collaboration and stakeholder management
Mentorship and team development
Public Canadian satellite operator providing communications and connectivity services to telecom, government, enterprise, aviation, and maritime customers.
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