Stellarlink - ON-1194

Project type: Innovation
Desired discipline(s): Engineering - computer / electrical, Engineering, Computer science, Mathematical Sciences, Physics / Astronomy, Natural Sciences
Company: Photon-IV Inc.
Project Length: 4 to 6 months
Preferred start date: As soon as possible.
Language requirement: English
Location(s): Waterloo, ON, Canada
No. of positions: 1 - 2
Desired education level: Undergraduate/BachelorMaster'sPhDPostdoctoral fellow
Open to applicants registered at an institution outside of Canada: No

About the company: 

Photon-IV is a dual use defence deep tech company developing AI software for seamless handover between satellite and cell towers. We als ohave an IOT solution that tracks the position of fleet and asset for defence.

Describe the project.: 

Photon-IV is a Canadian technology company specializing in intelligent connectivity between Non-Terrestrial Networks (NTN) and Terrestrial Networks (TN) for defense, aerospace, and advanced communications. Leveraging expertise in wireless engineering and AI/ML, Photon-IV is committed to pioneering cutting-edge solutions to enhance global connectivity.
This is a full-time hybrid role for a 5G Software systems Engineer -Co-op. The selected candidate will work on developing and optimizing wireless systems to enable seamless communication between terrestrial and non-terrestrial networks. Responsibilities include network troubleshooting, analyzing wireless technologies, designing advanced network architecture, and implementing innovative ML-driven solutions to improve connectivity and performance. Collaboration with a cross-disciplinary team to solve complex challenges will be an integral part of the role.

Required expertise/skills: 

Qualifications

• Proficiency in Wireless Networking and Networking principles, with a strong foundation in network protocols and infrastructure.
• Skilled in Wireless Technologies, Network Design, and optimizing wireless communication frameworks.
• Experience in Troubleshooting complex network issues and implementing solutions to ensure seamless communication.
• Experience with AI/ML applications in wireless communications is required
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a focus on innovative and scalable solutions.
• Currently pursuing or holding advanced degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related fields with relevant expertise.
• Experience with Pytorch/Tensorflow and time-series forecasting for wireless systems
• Familiarity with wireless simulation tools
• Coursework or projects in satellite communications, MIMO or propagation modeling
• Strong Python skills and containerization (Docker)
• Excellent teamwork and communication skills, with a collaborative mindset for working on

 

Key Responsibilities

• Implement ML models for link degradation forecasting using ns-3 simulation data and real propagation datasets
• Deployment of software for testbed analysis
• Familiarity with Keysight NTN equipment is an asset
• Optimize handover prediction algorithms for edge deployment (sub-50ms latency)
• Integrate physics-informed models with 3GPP NTN standards and ORAN interfaces
• Validate performance against CAF SATCOM requirements (Arctic/maritime scenarios)
• Contribute to IDEaS proposal technical deliverables