Lead Systems Designer/Engineer (Contingent)
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Kepler Communications · Toronto, On, CanadaPrepare for this interview
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Requirements
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related technical field
- 10+ years of experience in space systems engineering, spacecraft development, satellite systems integration, or a related technical leadership role
- Demonstrated experience delivering through at least one satellite-level program lifecycle, including architecture, design, integration, verification, launch readiness, customer delivery, or mission operations phases
- Strong working knowledge of satellite systems engineering, including requirements management, system architecture, interface definition, verification planning, integration, technical budgets, risk management, and mission readiness
- Experience leading major technical reviews or readiness milestones such as SRR , PDR , CDR, TRR , MRR / MRB , FRR , or equivalent program reviews
- Demonstrated willingness and ability to leverage AI-assisted engineering and development tools to improve productivity, design quality, and innovation while adapting to evolving technologies and best practices
- Familiarity with systems engineering standards and disciplined technical governance practices, including configuration management, discrepancy review, engineering change control, and verification evidence management
- Proven ability to lead cross-functional engineering teams through uncertainty, changing priorities, and high-pressure program milestones
- Strong stakeholder management skills, including the ability to align engineering, program management, Product Assurance, customers, suppliers, and leadership around technical decisions and program outcomes
- Excellent technical writing, presentation, and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate complex technical issues into clear impacts, options, recommendations, and decision rationale
- Strong decision-making, problem-solving, and risk management skills
- Strong attention to detail, with the ability to maintain technical rigor while operating in a fast-paced program environment
- Flexible, proactive, adaptable, and results-oriented, with a practical "can-do" approach
Benefits
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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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