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Satellite Flight Software (FSW) Systems Engineer

Sainte-Anne-de-Bellevue, QC
On-site
Posted Apr 22, 2026
1 position

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Employment type: Full-time
Experience level: Mid-level · 2+ years
Minimum education: Bachelor’s degree
Posting language: English
Working hours: 38 hours per week

Job summary

Job details

The Satellite Flight Software Systems Engineer will define and lead the architecture, design, and implementation of embedded flight software and FDIR for satellite programs. They will also coordinate across cross-functional teams, mentor junior staff, and support integration and verification processes. Candidates must hold a Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Aerospace, or Embedded Systems engineering with 2-5 years of experience in fault-tolerant systems. Proficiency in aerospace standards like CCSDS and ECSS, along with experience in real-time cores and embedded communication protocols, is required.

What you’ll do

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Aerospace, or Embedded Systems engineering with 2-5 years of experience in fault-tolerant systems. Proficiency in aerospace standards like CCSDS and ECSS, along with experience in real-time cores and embedded communication protocols, is required.