Posted 5 months ago
Mission Engineer
@ Aalyria
Ottawa, Ontario
Overview
Aalyria is hiring a Mission Engineer, a hybrid role bridging wireless communications physics and software orchestration for satellite, airborne and mesh networks. The work covers system modeling in Spacetime, writing Python or Go adapter layers, link budget analysis and tier-3 triage of live networks. Full-time, with a base salary of $131,000 to $151,000 CAD, equity and an annual bonus, and a hybrid remote/in-office arrangement.
Pay:
$131,000–$151,000 a year
Responsibilities:
- Build and maintain system models in Spacetime for wireless networks
- Design and write Python or Go adapter layers for customer hardware
- Create and optimize data schemas using Protobuf, JSON and gRPC
- Perform link budget and wave propagation analyses
- Serve as tier-3 escalation lead for live networks
Requirements summary:
- Strong software engineering and physical-layer communications knowledge
- Hands-on coding experience and entry-level SWE assessment
- Experience with RF path loss, propagation and link budgets
- Practical use of network simulation and modeling tools
- B.S. in CS or EE, or equivalent, with 3+ years of engineering experience
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Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-06-03
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-09
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-06
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Job details
| Seniority | Mid level |
| Department | Software development |
| Experience | 3+ years |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Work setting | Office |
| Position | Mostly sitting |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer high |
| Languages | English |
| Education | Bachelor’s degree (required) |
| Fields of study | Computer Science, Electrical Engineering |
| Perks mentioned | Generous paid time off, Retirement plan, Performance bonus, Stock or equity |
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Aalyria
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Full company description
Aalyria enables commercial and government customers to operate resilient, high-throughput networks in motion. Aalyria brings together two technologies originally developed at Alphabet: 1) Tightbeam - Proven ultra-high-speed Free Space Optical Communication capability 2) Spacetime - A managed PaaS for developers to orchestrate networks in motion It is backed by leading Silicon Valley investors including the founders of Accel and J2 Ventures.
- LinkedIn followers
- 11,055
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 91
- Reported office locations
- 7633 Southfront Rd, Livermore, CA 94551, US
- Palo Alto, CA, US
- San Francisco, CA, US
- Business categories
- Satellite Communication
- Internet
- Network Security
- Telecommunications
- Other recorded names
- Aalyria
- Profile identifies a recruitment agency
- No
- Reported total investment
- 100,000,000
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Aalyria enables commercial and government customers to operate resilient, high-throughput networks in motion. Aalyria brings together two technologies originally developed at Alphabet: 1) Tightbeam - Proven ultra-high-speed Free Space Optical Communication capability 2) Spacetime - A managed PaaS for developers to orchestrate networks in motion It is backed by leading Silicon Valley investors including the founders…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Space Research and Technology |
| Company size | 51-200 employees |
| Headquarters | Livermore, CA |
| Organization type | Privately Held |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 1 |
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About Aalyria:
Aalyria is a leading technology company that supplies laser communications technology and temporospatial software-defined networking platforms to the aerospace industry. With technology acquired from Google, Aalyria is at the forefront of innovation in satellite and airborne mesh networks, as well as cislunar and deep-space communications. We are revolutionizing the orchestration and management of planetary mesh networks using any radio or optical spectrum, any orbit, and any hardware across land, sea, air, and space.
Role Overview:
We are seeking a Mission Engineer to serve as the technical bridge between complex communications physics and our software orchestration layer.
Inspired by the SRE paradigm, Mission Engineering at Aalyria is a deeply hybrid role. You will combine the expertise of a Wireless Systems Engineer with the execution of a Software Integration Engineer. You will be responsible for ensuring that Spacetime’s system models are technically integrated, highly performant, and operationally resilient within live customer environments.
Key Responsibilities:
- System Modeling: Build and maintain high-fidelity system models within Spacetime to orchestrate dynamic wireless communication networks.
- Software Integration: Design and write production-ready "adapter layers" (primarily in Python or Go) to connect Spacetime with customer hardware.
- Data Modeling: Create and optimize data schemas (using Protobuf, JSON, gRPC) to map complex external network topologies.
- Link Analysis: Perform wireless communication system link budget analyses, wave propagation modeling, and coverage simulations.
- Operations & Triage: Act as the tier-3 escalation lead for live networks, diagnosing and resolving complex system integration issues.
- Product Collaboration: Work closely with the core Product and Software Engineering teams to translate custom integration patterns into reusable product features.
Required Qualifications:
- Hybrid Technical DNA: Strong software engineering fundamentals paired with a solid understanding of physical-layer communications.
- Coding Proficiency: Hands-on software development experience and comfort passing an entry-level SWE coding assessment.
- Wireless Systems Foundations: Experience with wireless communication systems, including RF path loss, propagation, network topology, and link budgets.
- System Modeling Expertise: Practical experience developing or working with system/network simulation and modeling tools.
- Professional Experience: B.S. in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent practical experience, typically backed by 3+ years of professional engineering experience.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with software-defined networking (SDN), BGP, or cloud infrastructure environments (GCP/AWS).
- Experience delivering high-stakes technical integrations for defense, aerospace, or commercial telecommunications enterprise clients.
Compensation
The base salary for this role is $131,000 – $151,000 CAD, which may vary by geographic location. Compensation also includes a competitive equity grant, an annual performance bonus, and a comprehensive benefits package. Your final offer will reflect your location, skills, qualifications, and experience.
What We Offer:
- Innovative Environment: Work at a cutting-edge company shaping the future of aerospace communications.
- Impactful Work: Directly contribute to critical national security programs and initiatives.
- Growth Opportunities: Expand your career with opportunities for professional development and advancement.
- Inclusive Culture: Be part of a collaborative, supportive, and inclusive workplace where your contributions matter.
- Flexibility: Flexible working arrangements including hybrid remote/in-office schedules.
- Compensation and Equity: Competitive salary, comprehensive benefits (401(k), dental, vision, health, life insurance), paid time off, and equity options.
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement:
Aalyria is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Qualified applicants from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
Export Control Requirements:
This position involves access to controlled technology and information subject to Canadian and international export control regulations, including Canada's Export and Import Permits Act (EIPA) and associated Control Lists. To comply with applicable requirements, applicants must meet one of the following criteria:
(A) Be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident of Canada; or
(B) Be eligible to access controlled technology without requiring an export permit or authorization; or
(C) Be eligible and reasonably likely to obtain the necessary export authorization from the appropriate Canadian government authority (Global Affairs Canada) or relevant allied-nation authority.
The company reserves the right to decline pursuing an export licensing process for legitimate business-related reasons.
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