Full-Time

Chief Engineer

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Kepler Communications

Kepler Communications

51-200 employees

Provides real-time space communication services

Aerospace

Expert

No H1B Sponsorship

Dulles, VA, USA

Position requires onsite presence in Sterling, Virginia.

US Citizenship Required

Category
Space & Rocket Engineering
Aerospace Engineering
Required Skills
Agile
Requirements
  • 15+ years of directly related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Bachelor's degree in an engineering or scientific field.
  • Experience working with commercial and Federal customers.
  • Strong designer, with an ability to take an idea from a notional concept and develop it into a product or service that has technical credibility and is responsive to a business case and market.
  • Strong technology leader with a proven track record in innovation strategy within new product development, strategic planning, goal setting, process development and budgeting.
  • Experienced managing and mentoring individuals and technical teams within an agile environment.
  • Experience in P&L ownership, margin improvements and cross-functional team building.
  • Excellent communication, leadership and strategic thinking abilities with a problem-solving aptitude.
  • Strong ability to convey technical topics in easy-to-understand business terms and work collaboratively with cross-functional teams and external partners.
  • Intellectual horsepower with the ability to identify new opportunities, drive clarity, create focus and make tough decisions in complex and dynamic contexts.
  • Strong oral and written communication skills with the ability to present with credibility a technical or business case to executive leadership and Board.
  • Must be a U.S. person.
Responsibilities
  • Leads the design and development of high-level technical solutions, concepts, and technologies from inception through development, launch, and operations.
  • Establish and executes a well-defined and technically sound baseline for the program.
  • Develop comprehensive technical plans, identifies risks and opportunities, and provides accurate resource estimates.
  • Adheres to technical performance requirements while maintaining cost and schedule.
  • Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to ensure all aspects of the program are technically sound and aligned with customer requirements throughout execution.
  • Develop and refine supplier Statements of Work (SOW), requirements baselines, and compliance documents.
  • Works collaboratively with all functional organizations in guiding decisions to meet program objectives.
  • Holding the technical teams accountable and making clear decisions on scope change, performance specifications, and being able to communicate clear recommendations to the Program Management on direction.
  • Identifying barriers to successful program execution, helping the teams determine and finalize mitigation strategies for key risks, and escalating as appropriate.
  • Interface with US Government customer as the technical point of contact for customer interactions including program management reviews, customer bi-weekly reviews, and major program reviews.
  • Clearly communicating technical program status and key performance indicators to stakeholders in the most effective forums.
  • Maintains a working knowledge of space industry developments, markets, cutting edge technologies and associated trends.
Kepler Communications

Kepler Communications

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Kepler Communications provides real-time connectivity solutions for space missions, focusing on enhancing communication for satellite operators, space stations, and launch vehicle operators. Their main product, The Kepler Network, consists of a network of satellites, ground stations, and communication technologies that facilitate seamless access to data in orbit. This network improves telemetry, tracking, and command (TT&C) capabilities through intersatellite links and increased data downlink capacity. Unlike competitors, Kepler offers a range of communication services, including S Band, Ku Band, and Optical services, which help to address gaps in space communications. The company's goal is to eliminate barriers in space communications, making data from space more accessible and supporting humanity's exploration beyond Earth.

Company Stage

Series C

Total Funding

$168.4M

Headquarters

Toronto, Canada

Founded

2015

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

10%

1 year growth

18%

2 year growth

53%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Kepler's successful funding rounds, including a $60M Series B, indicate strong investor confidence and financial stability.
  • The company's plans to expand its low Earth orbit (LEO) satellite data constellation could lead to significant growth and market penetration.
  • Partnerships with reputable organizations like the ESA enhance Kepler's industry standing and open doors for future collaborations.

What critics are saying

  • The competitive landscape in satellite communications is intense, with major players like Amazon's Project Kuiper posing significant threats.
  • High capital expenditure and the technical challenges of deploying and maintaining a satellite network could strain resources.

What makes Kepler Communications unique

  • Kepler Communications focuses on building a satellite relay network, setting it apart from competitors who may not specialize in this niche.
  • The company has secured significant funding, including a $92M round, which provides a strong financial foundation for its ambitious projects.
  • Kepler's collaboration with the European Space Agency (ESA) for testing satellite hardware terminals highlights its credibility and technical expertise.

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