Director, Defence Solutions Engineering

Posted:
10/9/2025, 10:04:37 PM

Location(s):
Ontario, Canada ⋅ Ottawa, Ontario, Canada

Experience Level(s):
Expert or higher ⋅ Senior

Field(s):
Sales & Account Management

Workplace Type:
On-site

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 14 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

Are you passionate about technology and ready to help shape the future of global satellite connectivity? At Telesat Lightspeed, we’re redefining satellite communications with our cutting-edge Low Earth Orbit (LEO) network.

As the Director, Defence Solutions Engineering, you’ll play a pivotal role in defining and delivering innovative, high-performance solutions to the Department of National Defence in Canada and its global allies. This is not a typical sales engineering role—it’s a unique and exciting opportunity to design advanced solutions, working directly with government and defence customers and influencing outcomes that drive business success while assisting Canada and its global allies to achieve their strategic connectivity sovereignty goals.

This is a highly dynamic role perfectly suited for a dynamic individual who is ambitious, results oriented, looking to grow their skills and do something meaningful everyday. 
The successful candidate must be able to work in Canada and obtain clearance under the Canadian Controlled Goods program (CGP)

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.