Shape satellite communications research with MDA Space and Safran Trusted 4D through SAPPHIRE's integrated PNT architecture.
ÉTS seeks a postdoctoral fellow for a full-time, four-year position in downtown Montreal, starting as soon as possible. Within LASSENA and the SAPPHIRE partnership, you will develop PNT capabilities for MDA Space's Aurora LEO constellation. The research integrates broadband DVB-S2X, Direct-to-Device links, and 5G/6G Non-Terrestrial Networks. Work includes constellation simulators, SDR platforms, hardware-in-the-loop testing, and validation toward TRL 5. The role also addresses GNSS-free navigation, passive radar, and spectrum anomaly detection for emergency-management scenarios.
Key Responsibilities:
- Design communication waveforms and frames embedding synchronization markers
- Develop multi-source positioning and timing estimation algorithms
- Contribute to hybrid multi-protocol SDR receiver design
- Define QoS frameworks for latency, accuracy, continuity, and integrity
- Guide TRL transitions and coordinate partner technical reviews
Requirements:
- Recent Ph.D. in electrical, telecommunications, aerospace, or related engineering
- Expertise in at least two specified PNT or communications areas
- Experience with USRP, GNU Radio, or comparable SDR platforms
- Programming skills in Python, MATLAB/Simulink, C, or C++
- Publication record and scientific collaboration experience
Bring satellite communications, SDR validation, waveform design, and PNT expertise to ÉTS's collaborative SAPPHIRE project.
Postdoctoral Researcher Satellite Communications in Montréal employer: Ecole de technologie supérieure (ETS)
ÉTS is an exceptional employer that fosters a collaborative and inclusive work culture, providing postdoctoral fellows with access to cutting-edge research facilities in the heart of Montreal. Employees benefit from mentorship opportunities, professional development, and the chance to contribute to groundbreaking projects like SAPPHIRE, which aims to revolutionize satellite navigation and emergency management systems. With a strong emphasis on innovation and teamwork, ÉTS supports its staff in achieving meaningful and impactful careers in engineering and technology.
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Ecole de technologie supérieure (ETS) Recruitment Team
