Electrical Engineering Manager
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Posted on:
25-10-2025
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
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!
Kepler is looking for an Electrical Engineering Manager who is passionate about bringing ideas creativity and designs to life. This position requires collaboration with cross-functional engineering teams including mechanical RF hardware test and software/FPGA to develop high-performance and high-reliability products. The ideal candidate is an energetic communicator who thrives in both people management and hands-on technical leadership in electrical hardware development.
Expected Time Allocation:
- 50 percent team leadership and execution oversight
- 20 percent technical guidance and design input
- 20 percent recruiting and onboarding
- 10 percent administrative and reporting
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and grow a high-performing team of electrical design engineers developing; Dense and complex PCBAs (20 layers) Battery/solar systems and cable harness assemblies
- Provide ongoing coaching technical guidance and career development through regular 1:1s and structured performance reviews
- Establish and enforce engineering processes that drive quality consistency and long-term reliability in alignment with Keplers internal design standards
- Collaborate with project engineers product managers and architects to define product attributes resource plans and budget estimates
- Participate in system and product design reviews to deliver constructive feedback and guide engineers in advanced design methodologies
- Champion knowledge sharing across the organization to strengthen the teams collective technical expertise and promote continuous improvement
- Support hiring plans lead interviews and onboard new team members
Required Skills & Qualifications:
- Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent
- 6 years of experience in board-level electrical hardware development
- 3 years in management of electrical or cross-functional engineering teams with a focus on electrical hardware development
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Experience recruiting hiring and developing high-performing engineers
- Adapts well to changes in priorities and effectively deals with ambiguity; comfortable working in a start-up environment
Bonus Points:
- Experience in the space industry and knowledge of design-for-space considerations (radiation hardening materials selection thermal management de-rating etc)
- Experience in agile hardware development methodologies
- Experience in a high-growth high-tech environment
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 emailprotected and we will work with you to meet your needs.
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process such as reviewing applications analyzing resumes or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed please contact us.
Required Experience:
Manager
Key Skills
- Hospitality Experience
- Go
- Management Experience
- React
- Redux
- Node.js
- AWS
- Mechanical Engineering
- Team Management
- Leadership Experience
- Mentoring
- Distributed Systems
About Company
The Kepler Network Our SDA-compliant network will improve access to space-generated data by bringing modern Internet connectivity to space in a flexible, hybrid network designed to advance mission communications. Learn More Delivering Data at lightspeed Your PARTNER IN MISSION COMMUN ... View more
