Satellite Systems Designer - Analysis & Support

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 on-orbit connectivity for critical missions, enabling a new era of data-driven intelligence and innovation. 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. 

Industry-leading 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’re a certified  Great Place to Work ®, five years in a row!

As a Systems Engineer , you will support satellite and payload development programs by contributing to mission analysis, system-level engineering, payload integration, verification planning, and technical documentation. You will work closely with senior systems engineers, payload engineers, mission analysts, subsystem leads, and program teams to help translate mission and payload objectives into clear engineering outputs.

This role is suited for an engineer who has developed a strong foundation in systems engineering and is ready to take independent ownership of defined analyses, technical documentation, interface coordination, and verification support activities. You will contribute across multiple phases of the engineering lifecycle, including requirements development, trade studies, design support, integration, verification, commissioning preparation, and operations planning.

The primary focus of this role is to support senior technical leads by performing mission and payload-related analysis, maintaining key systems engineering artefacts, coordinating technical inputs across teams, and helping ensure that payload and mission needs are properly captured, traced, verified, and integrated into the broader satellite system.