Spacecraft Electrical Architect
Spacecraft Electrical Architect
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04-08-2025
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Job Description
At Kepler Communications were not just imagining the future of connectivity - were leading it!
Our mission is to provide real-time Internet access in space enabling a new era of data-driven exploration and innovation. With 23 satellites already launched and a next-generation optical network on the way were creating the infrastructure that will power the space economy for decades to come.
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 ofwhatspossible in space. We believe great ideas come from diverse perspectives and were committed to creating an environment where you can grow lead and make a global impact.
If youre 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!
What We Offer:
- Competitive compensationwith a robust equity plan to share in our success.
- Comprehensive coverage for health dental and vision insuranceincluding dependents.
- Unlimited vacation supportive parental leave policyand company-wide holiday shutdown.
- Semi-annual company-wide partiesand frequent in-office team events.
- Relocation packagesavailable for approved roles.
- $1500 annual professional development fundto support your growth.
- Fully stocked Toronto office kitchenwith snacks drinks games and top-notch kitchen appliances.
- Town Halls Celebration Calls and Company-wide eventsto stay connected and engaged.
- Were a certifiedGreat Place to Work five years in a row!
We are on the hunt for a talented SpacecraftElectrical Architect with a passion for emerging space technology and a desire to join Keplers electrical engineering team.
System Architecture & Design:
Own end-to-end electrical architecture for satellite power and communication systems ensuring scalability maintainability reliability and performance
Establish system-level electrical requirements including interface management clocking architectures power and electrical budgets and flow-down of mission objectives
Collaborate with architects from other disciplines to inform align and guide the spacecraft design
Act as a subject matter expert establish requirements for and lead the evaluation of COTS and other system and subsystem level components specifically focusing on the electrical discipline
Technical Leadership & Collaboration:
Ensure the quality of system subsystem and unit-level designs within electrical systems while providing technical guidance to electrical designers and engineers
Lead and/or support project team sizing and resource planning efforts across internal and external programs ensuring alignment and managing cost targets and development schedules
Represent Electrical Engineering at Kepler during internal and external design reviews (e.g. PDRCDR etc.)
Assist in the establishment and modification of internal electrical design processes and procedures
Documentation & Process Improvement:
Maintain comprehensive architecture documentation design rationale and implementation guidelines
Stay informed on emerging trends industry standards and best practices in space electrical architecture
Thisroleisprimarilyremote;howeveritrequiresaminimumoffive(5). Kepleroffersrelocationsupportandon-site(hybrid)ispreferred.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
- Bachelors Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent field.
- 10 years of electrical hardware design experience including significant experience in an Electrical Architect role.
- Experienced in mixed-signal high-speed and power systems including complex systems with multiple processing elements in the space environment.
- Experience in space industry electrical development including flight hardware and ground systems.
- Familiarity with NASA and ESA ECSS standards (e.g. ECSS-E-ST-20C).
- Knowledge of hardware/software co-design and FPGA-based processing architectures.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to create professional design standards and thorough robust design documentation.
- Experience leading complex technical projects from start to finish.
Use of AI in Recruitment
At Kepler Communications all hiring decisions are made by people. Human recruiters are involved in every step of our recruitment process. We use AI-based tools (such as Lever AI and HireEZ) to assist with the initial review of applications by ranking candidates based on job-relevant criteria. These tools support - but do not replace - human judgment.
Employment Equity & Accommodation Statement
Kepler Communications is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals including women Indigenous peoples persons with disabilities members of visible minorities and people of all sexual orientations and gender identities.
If you require accommodation during any stage of the recruitment process please contact our People & Culture team at and we will work with you to meet your needs.
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