System Analyst

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!

System Analyst is responsible for performing project-level technical analysis, design, documentation, support, and modification of a diversity of Data systems.

Responsibilities

• Participate in planning and development of data-related projects

• Collect and analyze business & system requirements

• Take part in design and testing of new systems

• Examine current systems and carry out regular reviews of how well they are supporting the organization

• Perform basic data analysis by database querying and result set processing & transformation

• Work and collaborate with stakeholders and project team members

• Create documentation and reports as required

• Research and make recommendations on software products and services

• Produce specifications and provide training for new or modified systems

• Provide technical end-user support, including researching issues, answering technical questions, and/or assisting with application revisions

• Ensure compliance with data governance and security policies

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Computer Information Systems, or a related field

• 4+ years of experience in project-level system analysis and support

• Strong understanding of Business and System processes and design principles

• Proven experience with business and technical requirements analysis, business process modeling and methodology development, and data mapping

• Experience in overseeing the linking of cross-functional applications between disparate business units and systems

• Knowledge of database design principles and integration techniques

• Ability to use SQL and/or Python languages to access and analyze data

• Experience with end-user analytical tools, like BI Reporting and ML/AI technologies, is a plus

• Familiarity with cloud technologies, including Azure, Data Lake, Lakehouse, MS Fabric.

• Experience with real-time streaming solutions analysis and development, including Apache Kafka or Azure Event Hub, is a plus

• Knowledge of project management methodologies and tools, Jira, Confluence, Smartsheets

• Familiarity of system and software SDLC cycle, DevOps, quality assurance best practices and methods

• Strong analytical and Problem-solving skills

• Excellent technical skills and enthusiasm to continue to develop them

• Ability to work in a team

• Written and verbal communication skills

• Existing Security clearance is an advantage

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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.