Michael Hansen

Michael Hansen is an accomplished engineer specializing in communication systems, with extensive experience in wireless technology and embedded systems. Currently serving as a Communication Systems Engineering Specialist on the Telesat Lightspeed project since September 2021, Hansen has previously held senior roles at Poseidon Ocean Systems Ltd. and Latitude Technologies Corporation. Hansen's career includes significant contributions at Microsoft as a Principal Engineer for Xbox Wireless and various leadership positions at Kymeta Corporation, focusing on communications systems engineering. With foundational experience at Intermec Technologies and a background as President of Next Generation Communications Ltd., Hansen combines technical expertise with entrepreneurial experience. Hansen's educational background includes a Master of Science in Electrical Engineering from the University of Washington and a Bachelor's degree from the University of Victoria.