Project Manager - Satellite Ground Station Infrastructure

Ottawa, ON, CanadaPosted Oct 18, 2026

Job description

Position Overview

We are looking for a Project Manager to lead the end-to-end delivery of satellite ground station infrastructure projects. This role is responsible for managing projects from feasibility and site acquisition through engineering, construction, installation, commissioning, and operational handover while ensuring delivery is safe, on time, within budget, and aligned with customer, contractual, and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

Develop and maintain integrated project schedules and milestones Coordinate engineering, procurement, construction, logistics, installation, and commissioning activities Manage risks, issues, assumptions, dependencies, and change requests Prepare weekly and monthly status reports, dashboards, and executive updates Manage contractors, suppliers, and customer communications Ensure compliance with quality, health and safety, and contractual requirements Coordinate FAT, SAT, commissioning, and customer acceptance activities Maintain project documentation and lessons learned records Technical Knowledge Ground station infrastructure Satellite communications (LEO/MEO/GEO) RF systems and antennas Previous experience building SATCOM systems is highly preferred Previous experience troubleshooting and/or repairing satellite systems is highly preferred Fibre connectivity Power, UPS, generators and HVAC Microsoft Project and/or Smartsheet Project controls and scheduling Qualifications Degree in Engineering, Construction, Telecommunications or Project Management (or equivalent experience).

6 to 8 years of technical Project Management experience required PRINCE2 Practitioner, PMP or APM PMQ desirable. Proficiency with Microsoft Project and/or Smartsheet Strong leadership skills Strong stakeholder management capabilities Commercial awareness Problem-solving skills Negotiation skills Excellent written and verbal communication skills Additional Qualifications Demonstrated ability to manage multiple project activities and stakeholders Commitment to quality, safety, and customer satisfaction Ability to manage project documentation and reporting requirements Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship now or in the future.

Compensation

$105,000 to $140,000 Position Type: Full-time We have 1 available position(s). Job Title: Project Manager – Satellite Ground Station Infrastructure Requisition Number: 2526 Date: July 9, 2026 Location 1: Kapolei, HI Location 2: Maui, HI Remote: No Business Unit: Defence & Space Department: Defence Job Type: Full-time #LI-CH1# #SF#

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