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Systems Engineering Manager

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Kepler Communications

Kepler Communications

51-200 employees

Deploys hybrid RF and optical satellite constellation

Aerospace
Defense

Senior

Toronto, ON, Canada

Category
Engineering Management
Systems Engineering Management
Required Skills
Communications
Management
Requirements
  • Bachelor’s degree in science or engineering.
  • 5+ years' experience in an engineering and manufacturing environment in a high-reliability technology industry.
  • Direct experience in a systems engineering role in a multidisciplinary development project.
  • Experience with systems engineering and requirements management/verification tools.
  • 2+ years’ experience leading and managing teams and technical staff.
  • Ability to recruit, integrate and train new employees.
  • Adapts well to changes in priorities and effectively deals with ambiguity.
  • Results-driven, metrics oriented and highly analytical skills to drive improvements.
  • Excellent leadership, communication, collaboration, and teamwork skills.
  • Ability to distil complex problems to fundamentals to solve with analysis, similarity, or creativity.
Responsibilities
  • Establish a vision and growth strategy for the systems engineering team.
  • Assist in system specifications for highly complex technical projects.
  • Provide System based analysis for project developments.
  • Coordinate the system and sub-system requirements verification matrices.
  • Manage activities of the systems engineering teams.
  • Advocate for design to cost, design for test and design for manufacturability.
  • Troubleshoot system behaviour anomalies, determine root cause analysis and provide technical guidance to steer the team towards resolution.
  • Clearly communicate with engineering stakeholders on test and verification plans.
  • Tool/MBSE-lite implementation.
  • Configuration management and management of design information standards.
  • Implement and promote a rapid pace of innovation by personifying a “can-do” attitude.
  • Support design engineering on DFMA, DFT and PFMEA.
  • Provide leadership, coaching, and mentoring, during weekly 1:1’s, conduct semiannual performance reviews, and inspire your team to achieve mission success utilizing Kepler Career Development and Learning & Development programs.
Kepler Communications

Kepler Communications

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Kepler Communications specializes in building a hybrid RF and optical satellite constellation aimed at modernizing communications to lower Earth orbit (LEO) missions and beyond. They foster a technically advanced environment with their in-house production facilities, emphasizing real-time data access and on-orbit communication enhancements. As an industry leader in satellite technology, this company offers a dynamic, forward-thinking workplace ideal for those passionate about cutting-edge space communication developments.

Company Stage

Series C

Total Funding

$176.9M

Headquarters

Toronto, Canada

Founded

2015

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

7%

1 year growth

17%

2 year growth

47%
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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.