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Influence Marketing

Director

Mississauga, ON · Hybrid

CA$95K - CA$105K/yr

Review operational risks, service gaps, and performance trends, then ensure corrective action plans are developed and implemented quickly. * Maintain visibility into in-store realities through ...

Intelcom

Operational Excellence Specialist

Mississauga, ON · On-site

CA$68K - CA$85K/yr

Help identify operational inefficiencies and improvement opportunities with operational teams ... Strong relationship-building skills and the ability to influence without direct authority. * Valid ...

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What is an operational director?

Operational Directors are senior executives responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of an organization or a specific division. They develop and implement policies, manage budgets, streamline processes, and ensure that operational goals align with the company’s strategic objectives. Operational Directors often supervise department heads, monitor performance metrics, and drive efficiency improvements across the business. Their role is crucial in maintaining high productivity and supporting overall business growth.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an operational director, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Operational Director, you need strong leadership, strategic planning, and business management skills, typically supported by a relevant degree and extensive managerial experience. Familiarity with enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems, process optimization tools, and industry-specific certifications such as Six Sigma or PMP is often required. Exceptional communication, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities help drive organizational efficiency and motivate teams. These skills and qualifications are crucial for aligning operations with business objectives, ensuring smooth workflows, and achieving sustainable growth.

What are some common challenges faced by operational directors when aligning cross-departmental teams?

Operational Directors frequently encounter challenges in ensuring that different departments, such as finance, HR, and production, work toward unified goals. Miscommunication, varying priorities, and siloed workflows can create obstacles. Successful Operational Directors address these issues by fostering open communication channels, implementing regular cross-functional meetings, and utilizing data-driven performance metrics to align teams. Building strong relationships and a culture of collaboration are also key to overcoming these challenges.

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Senior Director, LEO Satellite Operations

Telesat

Ottawa, ON

Full-time

Re-posted 29 days ago

Job description

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 55 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 and Government 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 Satellite fleet consists of 12 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


The Senior Director LEO Satellite Operations will have overall responsibility for the development of the systems and the team that will operate the Lightspeed constellation of satellites through all phases of the mission including initial deployment, orbit raising, in service and end of life disposal. The Director will oversee the definition of the operations concepts, selection of the systems required for safe and efficient operations of the constellation, oversee the development and validation of the SOC systems and build and train the Satellite Operations team.   The Director will be responsible for overseeing the operations of the satellites following launch through all phases of the mission to ensure efficient and reliable long term operations of the constellation.
 
Resource is required to work onsite at Telesat HQ 5 days per week.
 
 
Main Responsibilities
  • Lead the development of the Operations Concept for the Lightspeed Constellation Satellite Operations.
  • Lead the team refining the system requirements for all elements of the Lightspeed SOC including real-time command and telemetry processing, flight dynamics system, space situational awareness, data storage and analytics, ground encryption, constellation management and operations automation.
  • Oversee the selection of suppliers including evaluation of make-buy solutions as appropriate to meet the overall SOC system requirements, budget and schedule.
  • Engage in close collaboration with the Lightspeed satellite manufacturer to ensure that satellite operations deliverables are provided as required to support the SOC system development and provide guidance for the development of satellite operations procedures.
  • Oversee the development and validation of the SOC systems, processes and procedures.
  • Define the Satellite Operations organization structure, staffing and training plans to ensure that appropriate resources are in place to support the system development and operations working in close collaboration with other departments as needed to secure required support and resources.
  • Define and manage the SOC detailed development and deployment schedule to identify critical paths, schedule risks and mitigation strategies.
  • Coordinate with the Program Management Office and other program stakeholders to ensure the SOC interfaces with other segments (Network Operations, Landing Station Network) and deployment plan is aligned with the overall program requirements.
  • Develop mission operations procedures and processes for LEOP, Orbit Raising and In-Orbit validation and conduct appropriate training and rehearsals.
  • Develop and implement robust automation of operational processes to minimize operations team size and ensure highly reliable operations of the satellites in the constellation.
Education & Experience Required
  • Bachelors degree in Engineering, Science or Mathematics
  • More that 20 years of leadership experience in spacecraft operations systems development and on orbit operations with specific experience in LEO constellation satellite operations
  • 10+ years of experience managing a team of direct reports
  • Expertise in LEO satellite constellation operations development and deployment
  • Expertise in satellite control systems, flight dynamics systems and managing space situational awareness
  • Strong leadership, team building, staff development and mentoring skills
  • Strong technical, presentation, interpersonal, written and communication skills
Decision Making and Supervision
  • Evaluate solutions and select solution
  • Perform technical and programmatic assessments and provide risk assessments, recommendations and advice to the senior management team
  • Assess operational plans, anomaly responses and direct critical responses as required
  • Oversee satellite operations team including managers and their reports
  • Build and mentor a new team 
The successful candidate must be able to work in Canada and obtain clearance under the Canadian Controlled Goods Program (CGP).
 
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