Electrical Design Engineer
Toronto, Ontario
Engineering – Electrical /
Full-time Regular /
Hybrid
At Kepler Communications, we're not just imagining the future of connectivity - we're 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, we’re 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 of what’s possible in space. We believe great ideas come from diverse perspectives, and we’re committed to creating an environment where you can grow, lead, and make a global impact.
If you’re 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 compensation with a robust equity plan to share in our success.
- Comprehensive coverage for health, dental, and vision insurance—including dependents.
- Unlimited vacation, supportive parental leave policy, and company-wide holiday shutdown.
- Semi-annual company-wide parties and frequent in-office team events.
- Relocation packages available for approved roles.
- $1,500 annual professional development fund to support your growth.
- Fully stocked Toronto office kitchen with snacks, drinks, games and top-notch kitchen appliances.
- Town Halls, Celebration Calls, and Company-wide events to stay connected and engaged.
We are on the hunt for a talented Electrical Design Engineer with a passion for emerging technology, likes to take on challenges, and would love to join Kepler’s Electrical team. Here is a little more detail on what you can expect to work on:
Responsibilities:
- Work as part of a cross-functional engineering team including HW test, RF, mechanical, software, and FPGA to develop full product solutions.
- Own new designs from start to finish or iterate on existing designs based on new feature requests, lessons learnt, and DFx (DFA/DFM/DFT).
- Follow relevant internal and external “electrical design-for-space” standards to ensure the long-term reliability of PCBAs in critical low-earth orbit missions
- Participate in and drive design reviews.
- Create and own the execution of design validation test plans for new components and systems.
- Perform functional and performance testing on individual boards or integrated sub-systems as part of bring up and design validation/verification
Requirements:
- 4+ years of post-undergrad hardware design experience dealing with board-level design, debugging, and design verification.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to put together thorough design documentation.
- Circuit and layout simulation experience (SPICE or comparable).
- Experience in small multidisciplinary teams on complex technical projects.
- Experience with (or an understanding of) the LEO environment for electronics.
Bonus Points for Experience in:
- Complex Multi-board systems.
- Design and development of battery pack systems including cell selection, lifetime estimation, battery management systems, and battery pack construction.
- Electromechanical Assemblies, (motor sizing/control, actuator selection).
- Power System Design including both discrete and integrated switch mode power supplies, power delivery, and power system architecture.
- Sensor selection and sensor interfacing.
- High speed design - implementing interfaces such as 10Gbit+ ethernet, LVDS protocols, DDR4+, etc
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 accommodation@kepler.space, and we will work with you to meet your needs.
