Full-Time
Vice President of Engineering
Confirmed live in the last 24 hours
Develops hybrid RF and optical satellite constellation
Senior, Expert
Toronto, ON, Canada
- Minimum Bachelor's degree in Engineering, preferably in Mechanical, GNC or Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
- Over 10-15 years of relevant work experience, including a minimum of 5 years in a senior leadership role within a fast-paced technology company or start-up environment.
- Experience managing teams of 25-100 engineers.
- Demonstrated expertise in managing complex engineering products, from concept to commercial deployment.
- Strong leadership and technical skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate a highly skilled, technical workforce.
- Excellent strategic thinking and problem-solving capabilities, with a track record of driving innovation and achieving technical advancements.
- Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to effectively share complex technical concepts with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- Prior experience overseeing a complex requirements driven project for government customers.
- Lead and mentor a cross-functional engineering team at Kepler for the development, design, and successful implementation of cutting-edge satellite systems.
- Take ownership of the growth and accountability within the engineering team, developing their skills, and sharing their responsible for deliverables.
- Act as a change agent to assess and refine current engineering procedures, policies and architectures that better position Kepler to dominate in space communications.
- Oversee the engineering budget, effectively managing resource allocation and optimizing investments in line with organizational goals.
- Represent the company in technical discussions, industry conferences, and customer meetings, promoting the brand and building relationships.
- Collaborate closely with non-engineering teams, including program management, operations, and business development to ensure the implementation of the right engineering solutions and successful product launches.
- Extensive experience maturing product from TRL-3 to TRL–9 working in concert with production.
- Monitor market conditions and competitive landscape, providing insights and recommendations for strategic decision-making.
- Identify top engineering talent, conducting thorough interviews, and playing a key role in hiring decisions.
- Ensure the productivity and job satisfaction of the engineering team, fostering an environment of continuous learning and innovation.
Kepler Communications Inc. stands out as a rewarding workplace due to its leading role in pioneering a hybrid RF and optical satellite constellation, aimed at transforming on-orbit communications. This vertically integrated company is at the forefront of modernizing data delivery for LEO and beyond missions, offering real-time, high-speed data access. By controlling the entire production process in-house, the company ensures innovation, quality, and efficiency, which contributes to a dynamic and forward-thinking work environment.
Company Stage
Series C
Total Funding
$176.9M
Headquarters
Toronto, Canada
Founded
2015