Kepler designs, builds, launches, and operates an advanced network of low earth orbit satellites with the ultimate goal of bringing internet to outer space.
Today, Kepler serves the needs of earth by connecting machines all around the world using its satellites on orbit and other complementary networks.
Through a host of compatible partner equipment we make it easy to use satellite communications in your solution and route data over the best networks.

Kepler Communications Inc.

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Kepler Communications Inc. is a company focused on advancing mission communications in space. They offer a cutting-edge optical network that facilitates real-time data relay between satellites, addressing the challenges of on-orbit communications. By employing a hybrid RF and optical network, Kepler is turning satellites into Internet exchange points, enabling rapid data transfers for Earth observation, defense, and human space flight. They continue to expand on-space capabilities by improving infrastructure that supports seamless and secure access to space-generated data across various markets, including defense, intelligence, and space sustainability.

Kepler designs, builds, launches, and operates an advanced network of low earth orbit satellites with the ultimate goal of bringing internet to outer space. Today, Kepler serves the needs of earth by connecting machines all around the world using its satellites on orbit and other complementary networks. Through a host of compatible partner equipment we make it easy to use satellite communications in your solution and route data over the best networks.

• Build, lead, and retain a high-performing embedded software team
• Ensure the team has the tools, training, and support needed to deliver high-quality software
• Partner with program and product leads to define scope, resourcing, and delivery milestones
• Establish and enforce engineering processes that drive quality and execution consistency
• Participate in sprint planning and daily syncs to unblock issues and maintain momentum
• Provide ongoing coaching, technical guidance, and career development through regular 1:1s and structured performance reviews
• Support hiring plans, lead interviews, and onboard new team members
• Monitor day-to-day execution across multiple projects, ensuring alignment with program goals and timelines

Embedded Software Development Manager

Technical leader managing and growing embedded software team at Kepler Communications. Delivering high-reliability software solutions for space connectivity.

systems-engineer

• Write software to model and assess dynamic link characteristics based on existing and future orbital hardware
• Write software to control test equipment or hardware under test in languages such as Python/C/VEE
• Assist more senior engineers in all activities related to RF/Antenna design, manufacture and test for spacecraft, ground terminals and test infrastructure
• Perform performance and acceptance testing for RF frontends and antennas using equipment such as VNAs, Spectrum Analyzers, Signal Generators and antenna range systems (far-field and near-field)
• Build infrastructure to assist in the testing of RF hardware
• Simulate and model RF systems and structures for new designs and test setups

RF/Systems Engineering Intern, 8-16 months

RF/Systems Intern assisting in developing RF link modeling tools for space-based and ground-based communications. Work with a skilled RF team on real-world challenges at Kepler Communications.

program-manager

• Lead end-to-end program management for space systems development and production, delivering on schedule, within budget, and to contractual and technical requirements
• Own and manage all aspects of program scope, schedule, cost, and risk throughout the full program lifecycle
• Serve as the primary interface with customers, subcontractors and internal stakeholders to ensure alignment and execution
• Plan and facilitate key programmatic and technical reviews, including design, qualification, and production milestones
• Develop and maintain comprehensive program plans, key performance metrics, and regular status reports
• Drive accountability across teams by making informed decisions on scope and performance specifications, while providing clear, data-driven recommendations to business leadership
• Lead cross-functional coordination across engineering, operations and business development to ensure program alignment and execution
• Provide leadership to program managers during the execution of a major program while coaching and developing their skills
• Monitor and report on program health using Earned Value Metrics (EVM)
• Collaborate closely with peer Program Managers, Chief Engineer, and Systems Engineering team to maintain cohesive strategy and consistent messaging
• Proactively identify execution barriers and critical risks, develop mitigation plans with relevant teams, and escalate issues when necessary
• Maintain strong communication with department leads to surface top risks, key milestones, and ensure accountability for functional deliverables
• Assist in optimizing program management processes and execution frameworks to improve operational efficiency
• Present program status and performance insights to internal and external stakeholders using the most effective forums and communication channels

Staff Program Manager

Staff Program Manager at Kepler Communications overseeing satellite systems programs development and execution. Leading cross-functional teams to deliver innovative solutions in space technology.

network-engineer

• Own and operate the corporate network infrastructure, including LAN, WAN, Wi-Fi, security appliances, and hybrid cloud connectivity
• Design, implement, and maintain highly available and scalable networks supporting Kepler’s corporate systems, engineering teams, and production services
• Develop roadmaps and upgrade strategies for the corporate network, including lifecycle planning, technology evaluations, and vendor selection
• Manage network security and segmentation, ensuring corporate infrastructure adheres to security best practices and company policies
• Administer Fortinet SD-WAN infrastructure, including policy management, firmware upgrades, and performance optimization
• Design and maintain hybrid cloud networking architectures, integrating on-prem environments with AWS services
• Develop and maintain network automation tools, leveraging Python, Ansible, and infrastructure-as-code approaches to improve reliability and operational efficiency
• Collaborate closely with software, FPGA, and mission operations teams to support network infrastructure for satellite operations and ground systems
• Provide operational support for corporate and service provider network infrastructure, including participation in on-call rotations
• Implement monitoring, logging, and observability tools to proactively detect and resolve network issues
• Maintain accurate network documentation, diagrams, and operational runbooks
• Participate in change management processes, including planning, implementation, and post-change validation
• Support incident response and root cause analysis for network-related outages or performance issues

Senior Network Engineer

Senior Network Engineer managing corporate network infrastructure at Kepler Communications. Designing, implementing, and maintaining scalable networks for space connectivity solutions.

full-stack-engineer

• Act as an independent technical authority across satellite missions and development efforts
• Review and validate system architectures, requirements baselines, and major technical decisions
• Ensure consistency and technical rigor across projects
• Identify systemic technical risks and recurring challenges across ongoing work
• Serve as a reviewer for major lifecycle milestones such as SRR, PDR, CDR, TRR, and FRR
• Critically assess design outputs, trade studies, and verification approaches produced by engineering teams
• Provide clear, actionable technical feedback to ensure teams remain on a sound and executable path
• Support anomaly investigations and technical issue resolution when senior judgment is required
• Translate Kepler’s satellite systems strategy into clear technical expectations and engineering guardrails
• Support early-phase mission definition, concept development, and proposal activities
• Help teams convert high-level mission goals into executable and technically robust system designs
• Advise leadership on technical readiness, maturity, and risk across ongoing and proposed efforts
• Mentor systems engineers, architects, and technical leads through guidance, review, and coaching
• Act as a trusted escalation point for complex system-level technical questions
• Promote disciplined systems engineering practices and strong technical judgment across teams
• Influence technical culture through expertise and example rather than formal authority
• Support technical discussions with customers, partners, and agencies as a senior subject matter expert
• Contribute to institutional programs by ensuring compliance, rigor, and mission assurance expectations
• Communicate complex technical assessments clearly to leadership and non-technical stakeholders
• Balance institutional engineering discipline with startup agility and pragmatism

Principal Engineer – Satellite Systems

Principal Engineer overseeing satellite systems engineering for Kepler Communications. Act as senior technical authority and mentor across multiple satellite mission projects.

technical-project-manager

• Lead an integrated product team owning the design, development and delivery of subsystem units
• Establish priorities and manage execution across assigned work packages
• Plan and lead milestone and readiness reviews including stakeholder design reviews
• Maintain alignment between program-level objectives and day-to-day engineering work
• Manage cost, schedule, and scope from concept through delivery
• Drive issue resolution, risk mitigation, and schedule recovery where needed
• Ensure adherence to engineering processes, quality standards, and system-level requirements
• Coordinate across disciplines (systems, software, hardware, QA, integration) to ensure consistent progress and clear technical direction

Technical Project Manager – Mechanical

Technical Project Manager at Kepler Communications leading complex engineering efforts for spacecraft applications. Managing cross-functional teams and ensuring reliable, high-performance hardware systems meet mission needs.

backend-engineer

• Design and develop reliable, high-quality software related to operating Kepler’s satellite network infrastructure and mission control software automation
• Ensuring system performance, security, and high availability through best practices
• Collaborate with satellite operators, product managers, and customers to deliver mission critical ground systems
• Build and optimize CI/CD pipelines to streamline deployment and improve development workflows
• Monitor system health, troubleshoot issues, and proactively implement improvements
• Help develop roadmaps and long-term technical plans for Kepler’s ground segment
• Mentor junior developers and contribute to a culture of technical excellence

Senior Software Developer – Backend

Senior Software Developer designing and maintaining backend services for satellite communication systems. Collaborating on scalable applications for satellite operations.

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