About the role

Senior Modeling & Simulation Engineer at Kepler Communications developing models and simulations for space systems. Collaborating with experts to enhance systems models and decision-making processes.

Responsibilities

Create reusable models, tools, and simulation frameworks that enable engineers to rapidly analyze new mission concepts and payload opportunities
Collaborate with subject-matter experts to model behavior and interactions between spacecraft subsystems, payloads, ground systems, and operational concepts
Develop simulation capabilities supporting optical imaging payloads, RF payloads, communications payloads, ISR missions, and future commercial payload opportunities
Validate digital twins and models against in-space operational data
Develop tools for documentation generation, manual user data analysis, continuous integration testing, and automated data analysis and validation
Provide training for users on usage and best practices of simulation tools
Balance and continuously improve simulation performance and fidelity

Bachelor's in Software Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Systems Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Physics, Applied Mathematics, or a related technical discipline
7+ years of software development experience using modern engineering software development tools and practices
Experience in end-to-end life-cycle delivery of high-quality software, from clarifying high-level user requirements & use-cases, experimentation, development, delivery, integration of customer / user feedback, support and continuous improvement
Strong analytical, mathematical, and problem-solving skills
Ability to balance simulation fidelity, runtime performance, and schedule & budget constraints
Ability to absorb, synthesize, and communicate complex technical concepts to team members and tool users
Ability to collaborate and work effectively as part of a diverse, multidisciplinary, distributed team
Excellent written and verbal communication skills

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.
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