Product Assurance Manager at Kepler Communications

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Aerospace, SatelliteIndustries

Requirements

Candidates should possess 8+ years of experience in product assurance or quality management, preferably within the aerospace or satellite industry, with strong knowledge of industry best practices and certifications such as ECSS, ISO 9001, and AS9100. Familiarity with lifecycle management practices of institutions like the European Space Agency or NASA, proficiency in quality management tools and methodologies (e.g., Six Sigma, FMEA, FRACAS), and demonstrated expertise in decision-making and communication are also required.

Responsibilities

The Product Assurance Manager will develop and execute comprehensive mission and product assurance plans, working closely with customers, suppliers, and an integrated project team to identify, address, and resolve risks and mission/flight assurance concerns. They will also act as the primary point of contact for all quality-related matters with the customer, develop and implement product assurance strategies aligned with project requirements and industry standards, ensure quality compliance throughout the product lifecycle, monitor and report on non-conformances, lead and participate in quality audits and FMEA processes, organize milestone reviews, develop plans for reliability and safety activities, and interface with the systems engineering team.

Skills

Six Sigma

FMEA

FRACAS

ECSS

ISO 9001

AS9100

IPC

Kepler Communications

Provides real-time space communication services

About Kepler Communications

Kepler Communications provides continuous connectivity for space missions through its comprehensive infrastructure known as The Kepler Network. This network includes constellations, ground stations, and communication solutions that enhance telemetry, tracking, and command (TT&C) capabilities. By utilizing intersatellite links and increasing data downlink capacity, Kepler enables seamless access to on-orbit data for clients such as satellite operators and space stations. The company offers various communication services, including S Band, Ku Band, and Optical services, which help to address gaps in space communications. Unlike its competitors, Kepler simplifies the process for its customers by handling regulatory filings, allowing them to focus on their missions. The goal of Kepler Communications is to make space-generated data universally accessible and to support human exploration beyond Earth.

Toronto, CanadaHeadquarters

2015Year Founded

$168.4MTotal Funding

SERIES_CCompany Stage

Data & Analytics, AerospaceIndustries

51-200Employees

Benefits

Hybrid Work Options

Risks

Amazon's Project Kuiper poses a competitive threat with its optical mesh network.

Wyvern's US expansion could impact Kepler's market share in satellite services.

Rapid OISL advancements by competitors may outpace Kepler's technological offerings.

Differentiation

Kepler offers real-time connectivity for space missions, unlike traditional intermittent satellite links.

Their Global Data ServiceTM packs more Mbps into nanosatellites than competitors.

Kepler's everywhereIoTTM provides low-cost, bi-directional narrowband satellite service for global IoT connectivity.

Upsides

Kepler's $92M funding round highlights strong investor confidence in their satellite network.

ESA's contract with Kepler opens doors for collaborations with major space agencies.

Growing interest in OISL technology could enhance Kepler's network capabilities.

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