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Hardware Test Engineering Manager

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Kepler Communications logoKepler Communications · Toronto, On, Canada
Full-timeHybrid1d ago
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Requirements

  • - Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field
  • - 5+ years of experience in hardware testing, design validation, production test, or related engineering work, including experience leading engineers, technical projects, team leads, and other managers
  • - Demonstrated ability to lead and manage a hardware team through product delivery, schedule commitments, quality expectations, dependency management, and cross-functional escalations
  • - Demonstrates a willingness to adopt and effectively utilize AI-assisted engineering tools, applying sound judgment to improve productivity, quality, and innovation while continuously adapting to evolving technologies
  • - Technical depth in lab and production test methods, including oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, multimeters, and automated test systems
  • - Experience developing test strategies, plans, cases, fixtures, scripts, reports, dashboards, and well documented processes for products and subassemblies
  • - Experience with at least one scripting or programming language, such as Python, MATLAB, Bash, or C/C++, and the ability to guide scalable automation and data-driven test infrastructure
  • - Experience with git or other codebase versioning and management tools
  • - Strong communication skills with the ability to connect technical decisions to program and business outcomes, align expectations across teams, and communicate risks and priorities clearly
  • - Ability to coach engineers, build ownership, support performance and development conversations, and create an inclusive, accountable team environment

Benefits

Competitive compensation with a robust equity plan to share in our success.Comprehensive coverage for health, dental, and vision insurance-including dependents.Unlimited vacation, supportive parental leave policy, and company-wide holiday shutdown.Semi-annual company-wide parties and frequent in-office team events.Relocation packages available for approved roles.$1,500 annual professional development fund to support your growth.Fully stocked Toronto office kitchen with snacks, drinks, games and top-notch kitchen appliances.Town Halls, Celebration Calls, and Company-wide events to stay connected and engaged.We're a certified Great Place to Work®, five years in a row!We are seeking a Manager, Hardware Test Engineering to lead the hardware test engineering function at Kepler, supporting the development and delivery of next-generation space hardware.Hardware Test Engineering supports multiple concurrent efforts across integrated product teams (IPTs) and program teams. The Hardware Test Engineering team actively collaborates with Project Managers, Supply Chain, Electrical, RF, Mechanical, and Embedded Systems Engineering.Employment Equity & Accommodation StatementIf you require accommodation during any stage of the recruitment process, please contact our People & Culture team at accommodation@kepler.space, and we will work with you to meet your needs.

Additional Information

At Kepler Communications, we're not just imagining the future of on-demand space connectivity - we're leading it! Our mission is to provide real-time Internet access for space-based assets, enabling a new era of data-driven exploration and innovation. With 33 satellites launched to date, Kepler operates the first commercial optical data relay constellation, enabling real-time, continuous space communications while supporting advanced on-orbit compute and hosted payload capabilities. Industry-leading technology is only part of the story. What sets Kepler apart is our team: bold thinkers, skilled builders, and passionate problem-solvers who thrive on pushing the boundaries of what's possible in space. We believe great ideas come from diverse perspectives, and we're committed to creating an environment where you can grow, lead, and make a global impact. If you're ready to reach higher, move faster, and do work that shapes the future space economy - this is your launchpad. Come build the future with Kepler!

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