GNSS Specialist - Montreal

Job Description

Xona is the navigational intelligence company bringing real-time, centimeter-level certainty to any device, anywhere on Earth.

With Pulsar – the world’s most advanced PNT satellite infrastructure in Low Earth Orbit – Xona will offer a future-proof, backwards-compatible global positioning system optimized for absolute precision, superior power, and robust protection.

Xona is seeking a self-motivated and passionate GNSS analytical specialist with a passion for solving complex technical problems related to satellite navigation. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced and dynamic research environment and is able to work effectively both independently and collaboratively to produce mission-critical analyses for the company.

Within the Product team, the successful candidate will conduct in-depth analyses of advanced synchronization and positioning systems. They will also participate in analytical and theoretical studies on positioning, navigation, and synchronization in low Earth orbit (LEO-PNT) and its numerous applications, ranging from the reliable synchronization of critical infrastructure to the exploitation of orbital dynamics for high-precision positioning.

Main responsibilities

• Contribute to the delivery of innovative analyses related to LEO-PNT within tight deadlines in order to support the company's current and future objectives.
• Prepare resources and technical documentation relating to the Pulsar PNT system, including contributing to the writing of white papers, internal reports and technical documentation, as well as conducting detailed analyses on key GNSS research topics.
• Collaborating with business teams on technical demonstrations for clients, including conducting feasibility studies, developing test plans, ensuring the execution of field tests and producing rigorous technical reports.

Desired profile

You might be the person we're looking for if you:

• Possess solid expertise in GNSS receiver design, both for the development of measurement chains and positioning motors.
• Are comfortable in a constantly evolving research environment where technical priorities can change rapidly.
• Demonstrate initiative in solving complex technical problems and enjoy conducting research and analysis independently.
• Have practical experience using GNSS testing equipment and validating signals in the laboratory.
• Work effectively within a team and contribute to the development of cutting-edge solutions.
• Communicate clearly, both in writing and orally, through technical reports and presentations.
• Understand the principles of project management and are able to contribute effectively to collaborative projects.

Requirements

• Master's or PhD in aerospace engineering, electrical engineering, geomatics engineering, mechanical engineering or in a related field.
• At least two (2) years of experience in the field of GNSS.
• Experience in the theoretical analysis of GNSS system performance in different environments using Python, C, C++ or MATLAB.
• Availability to occasionally carry out urgent technical assessments requiring rapid turnaround times.

Desired Qualifications

• Experience in writing and presenting technical content for internal and external stakeholders.
• Experience with GNSS synchronization systems and traceability in Coordinated Universal Time (UTC).
• Experience in modeling and applying high-precision GNSS corrections.
• Good theoretical understanding and practical experience in multipath characterization , reflection modeling and attenuation techniques at the signal or measurement level.
• Demonstrated ability to independently conduct targeted research projects.
• Excellent project management and collaboration skills.
• Experience in hardware testing, including field testing and the use of GNSS simulators.
• Practical experience with Linux operating systems.

Specific requirements

The successful candidate must be eligible for and maintain a Reliability security clearance . They must also meet the security assessment requirements of the Controlled Goods Program (CGP) and the U.S. International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) .