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Telesat Director, UT Program Management in Bethesda, Maryland
Director, UT Program Management
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
Telesat believes in the power of collaboration and the value of in-person interactions. This is why our employees generally work from the office Tuesday - Thursday, leaving Monday and Friday for choice and flexibility to work where you feel most effective. This setup fosters brainstorming, problem-solving, and trusted relationships and allows our employees to come together three days a week to collaborate, innovate and thrive!
Purpose of Job
Manage or oversee UT Development Programs
Work closely with the UT SW development teams to manage outputs of the SCRUM programs and integrated into monthly dashboards
Work with Engineering, Lightspeed PMO, System Team, and Commercial teams at Telesat to understand the requirements for effective development, production and deployment of User Terminals for all target markets
Work with Telesat Engineering, System, Legal and Contracts teams to support preparation of partnership, supply, deployment, and maintenance agreements with selected UT vendors
Prepare monthly dashboards to manage all UT programs and help integrate those into the Lightspeed IMS
Main Responsibilities
Responsible for the planning and execution of multiple vendor programs by managing the scope (contract, statement-of-work, work-breakdown-structure, monthly executive reporting) requirements, schedule, milestones, risks, opportunities and budget
Manage UT programs (directly and via direct reports) and report on their progress
Develop monthly dashboard for executive review and integration into IMS
Integrate metrics from waterfall and SW scrum programs into our dashboards. Ensure both internal development and external vendor development are tracked correctly, reported and risks and challenges identified for the overall Lightspeed program.
Work closely with the product, program, engineering and commercial teams to understand the UT requirements and ensure vendors delivery of compliant solutions, on time and on budget
Manage the development of targeted UT programs suitable for the Telesat Lightspeed constellation system in collaboration with the commercial and potentially government sector, sales, system engineering and technology suppliers and manufacturers
Work with Telesat engineering, legal and contracts teams to support preparation of partnership, development and supply agreements with selected vendors
Prepare and execute program initiatives for Telesat Lightspeed constellation in close coordination with the Telesat commercial and services teams
Manage a team that acts as the primary point of contact for all communications, meetings and correspondences with the selected vendors
Contribute to the design of the Telesat LEO constellation to ensure alignment of user terminal solutions, performance and interoperability with the end-to-end system and contractual requirements
Develop required documentation for proper management and execution of UT programs in collaboration with technical experts in the engineering team
Assess vendor development progress are prepare program inputs in support of presentations to brief Lightspeed leadership on highlights, challenges and go forward plans
Work with suppliers to develop design to cost initiatives to meet targets unit production cost for user terminals
Education & Experience Required
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or equivalent industry experience with a minimum of 10 years of program management experience in communications industry, preferably with an emphasis on satellite technologies
General knowledge of communication components, networks, satellite components such as modem, RF, electronics and antenna technologies are a plus
Significant experience managing multiple concurrent and interdependent programs, international vendor management is a plus
Experience in managing vendor development programs
Strong working knowledge of program management tools including Microsoft Project or similar scheduling tools (ie. Primavera Cloud, Primavera P6)
Good understanding of JIRA boards and SCRUM methodology for SW development
Creative problem-solver with thorough attention to detail
Highly collaborative team-player who can quickly earn the confidence of co-workers and teammates
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with management, engineering teams and partners / suppliers
Experience in dealing with business considerations and practical limitations related to system design and implementation
Ability to prioritize opportunities, needs and resources
An aptitude for and interest in complex technology
Demonstrable program and program management experience is required
PMP Certification is an asset
Decision Making & Supervision
Decision Making
In this role, the incumbent will have significant impact on the UT programs, and will assist in contract and SOW negotiations. They will need to make recommendations and decisions based on applicable experience.
Supervision Exercised
This role has direct reports, as the role will manage a number of project coordinators and program managers.
Working Conditions
This position may be suited for the hybrid working environment
Travel to Canada and international travel is anticipated (for vendor design reviews and executive project reviews); therefore, candidates will need to maintain an up-to-date passport and remain legally able to travel internationally
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