Kepler
Senior Electrical Design Engineer
Toronto, Ontario · Senior · Contract
Sponsorship not specified$123k-$183kDetected 27 days ago
FPGAEMI/EMCElectrical EngineeringHardware DesignCommunication
About the role
- With 33 satellites launched to date, Kepler operates the first commercial optical data relay constellation, enabling real-time, continuous space communications while supporting advanced on-orbit compute and hosted payload capabilities.
- 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.
- If you're ready to reach higher, move faster, and do work that shapes the future space economy - this is your launchpad.
Responsibilities
- Develop and own hardware solutions to support Kepler's space technology that requires the utilization of leading technology and practices
- Heavily support design reviews for all active designs to minimize design gaps and drive learnings for younger engineers
- Conduct and document engineering analysis including derating, reliability, radiation, EMI/EMC, FMECA, and power budgets
- Maintain thorough technical documentation that captures design decisions, design specifications, block diagrams, interface requirements, and system architecture reports
- Work closely with other cross-functional engineering teams including RF, mechanical, software, and FPGA to develop full product solutions
- Develop full product solutions by working closely with other cross-functional engineering teams including RF, mechanical, software, and FPGA
- Drive knowledge-sharing activities to build up the technical knowledge of more junior engineers
- 7+ years of hardware design experience (schematic and layout), including a strong background of:
- Performing schematic design and layout of processors, FPGAs, SoCs, DAC/ADCs or other high speed digital components
- Design and routing for high-speed interfaces including JESD204B, 10G Ethernet, etc.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or equivalent.
- Familiarity with various memory types and interfaces including QSPI, UFS, DDR3/4, eMMC
- Required Skills & Qualifications:
- Required Skills &
- Demonstrated willingness and ability to leverage AI-assisted engineering and development tools to improve productivity, design quality, and innovation while adapting to evolving technologies and best practices
Compensation
- The Company encourages all qualified applicants to apply, even if the posted salary range does not align with their expectations, as it does not reflect our total compensation package.
- $123,346 - 183,346 CAD Actual total compensation will be determined at the Company's discretion and is based on a variety of job-related factors, which may include, but are not limited to, relevant knowledge, skills, experience, performance, and education and/or training.
- Semi-annual company-wide parties and frequent in-office team events.
- $1,500 annual professional development fund to support your growth.
Benefits
- 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.
- This is for a current vacancy Employment Equity & Accommodation Statement Kepler Communications is an
Company info
- At Kepler Communications, we're not just imagining the future of on-demand space connectivity - we're leading it!
- Our mission is to provide real-time Internet access for space-based assets, enabling a new era of data-driven exploration and innovation.
- Industry-leading technology is only part of the story.
- 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.
- Come build the future with Kepler!
Equal opportunity
- 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.
- equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace.
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