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Mechanical Designer

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Kepler Communications logoKepler Communications · Toronto, On, Canada
Full-timeHybrid1mo ago
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Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, or equivalent
  • 5+ years of experience developing mechanical systems from concept through validation
  • Strong understanding of structural mechanics, heat transfer, dynamics, mechanical design, and hardware integration.
  • Experience performing structural and thermal analyses supported by simulation and physical testing.
  • Experience with one or more CAD platforms such as Onshape, Creo, SolidWorks, NX, or equivalent.
  • Understanding of design for manufacturing, assembly, integration, and test principles.
  • Strong communication and documentation skills working within multidisciplinary engineering teams.
  • Comfortable operating in a hands-on development environment involving prototyping, testing, troubleshooting, and hardware development.

Benefits

Competitive compensation designed to recognize and reward your contributions.Comprehensive private medical coverage, with dental and optical benefits available, including dependent coverage.Unlimited vacation, supportive parental leave policy, and company-wide holiday shutdown.Semi-annual company-wide parties and regular virtual and team events.Relocation packages available for approved roles.$1,500 EUR annual professional development fund to support your growth.Town Halls, Celebration Calls and Frequent company-wide events to stay connected and engaged.We're a certified Great Place to Work®, five years in a row at our Canadian Headquarters.This role is an opportunity to directly influence the next generation of Kepler spacecraft while helping establish the engineering practices, technical rigor, and culture that will enable Kepler to become a world leader in spacecraft development and space infrastructure.Salary Range: $100,622 - 150,622 CADEqual Opportunities StatementIf you require accommodation at 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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