RF and Optical Satellite Communications Chief Architect - Kepler US at Kepler Communications

Sterling, Virginia, United States

Kepler Communications Logo
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Aerospace, Space, Satellite CommunicationsIndustries

Requirements

  • Proactive, self-driven, service-oriented individual
  • Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
  • Experience in technical development of satellites and subsystems, focused on RF and optical satellite communications
  • Expertise as a technical visionary in architecting high-level technical solutions for space communications

Responsibilities

  • Lead the architecting and development of high-level technical solutions, concepts, and applications for new market opportunities from inception through commercialization, in coordination with business development and engineering
  • Contribute to the development of marketing and sales materials for new technical concepts, applications, and solutions, including customer presentations and proposals
  • Partner with sales, business development, and engineering teams to identify and develop solutions addressing needs of US Government customers and strategic applications from the company’s existing portfolio
  • Partner with Kepler’s engineering team to identify, assess, and advance technical upgrades to existing products supporting US commercial and government efforts, as well as key strategic initiatives
  • Report directly to the Kepler Communications US President and provide critical support to engineering and business development teams
  • Support the Kepler executive team on key strategic initiatives to increase usage and capabilities of the Kepler Network
  • Participate in the technical development of satellites and their subsystems, laser-focused on building the internet in space

Skills

RF Communications
Optical Communications
Satellite Communications
Systems Architecture
Space Systems
Inter-Satellite Links

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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