Description

Responsibilities

  • Define and validate the satellite electrical architecture (power generation, storage, distribution, avionics interfaces)
  • Perform power budget analysis, system sizing, and margin assessments across mission phases
  • Design and specify key subsystems (batteries, solar arrays, power conditioning and distribution units)
  • Conduct performance and robustness analyses (worst-case scenarios, thermal behavior, radiation effects)
  • Develop and maintain technical documentation (ICDs, electrical schematics, specifications, test plans)
  • Support system integration, verification, and validation activities (functional, environmental, performance testing)
  • Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams (mechanical, thermal, propulsion, software) to ensure system consistency
  • Interface with suppliers and support component selection, qualification, and issue resolution

Own the Electrical Power System (EPS) end-to-end, ensuring compliance with mission and system requirements

Profile

  • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Aerospace Engineering
  • Member of the Ordre des ingénieurs du Québec (or eligible)
  • 5+ years of experience in space, aerospace, or defense
  • Strong experience in embedded electrical systems and power electronics
  • French (spoken and written) is an asset

Skills

  • Electrical Power Systems (EPS)
  • Modeling and simulation
  • EMI / EMC
  • Reliability analysis (FMECA, worst-case)
  • System integration and testing

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