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Technical Project Manager - Mechanical
Kepler · Toronto, Ontario · Hybrid · Deleted · $100,622 / year · Lever
Job facts
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Company | Kepler |
| Title | Technical Project Manager - Mechanical |
| Normalized title | - |
| Department / team | Engineering / Mechanical |
| Location | Toronto, ON, Canada |
| Work model | Hybrid / Hybrid |
| Employment type | Full Time Regular |
| Salary | $100,622 / year |
| Status | deleted |
| ATS provider | Lever |
| Posted / first seen | 2026-02-16 / 2026-05-29 |
| Changed / last seen | 2026-06-06 / 2026-06-04 |
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| Company | Kepler |
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Description
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 Internet access for space-based assets, enabling a new era of data-driven exploration 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!
Kepler is seeking a Technical Project Manager with a foundation in Mechanical Systems and hardware development to lead the delivery of complex engineering efforts for spacecraft applications. This role is central to Kepler’s mission of building a scalable platform in space, where hardware systems are critical to the fundamental operation of the system.
Reporting to the Mechanical Engineering Manager, you will own cost, schedule, and team coordination, working across disciplines to ensure we deliver reliable, high-performance systems that meet mission needs.
Expected Time Breakdown:
30% – Scope, schedule, and cost management
40% – Cross-functional coordination and integration
30% – Risk management, stakeholder communication, and process adherence
Salary Range: $100,622 - 150,622 CAD
Actual total compensation will be determined at the Company’s discretion and is based on a variety of job-related factors, which may include, but are not limited to, relevant knowledge, skills, experience, performance, and education and/or training. The Company encourages all qualified applicants to apply, even if the posted salary range does not align with their expectations, as it does not reflect our total compensation package.
Job Type: This is for a current vacancy
Employment Equity & Accommodation Statement
Kepler Communications is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals, including women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities, and people of all sexual orientations and gender identities.
If you require accommodation during any stage of the recruitment process, please contact our People & Culture team at [email protected], and we will work with you to meet your needs.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead an integrated product team owning the design, development and delivery of subsystem units
Manage cost, schedule, and scope from concept through delivery
Establish priorities and manage execution across assigned work packages
Plan and lead milestone, design and readiness reviews
Maintain alignment between program-level objectives and day-to-day engineering work
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
Required Skills & Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in engineering (mechatronics, mechanical, electrical, or related)
2+ years in mechanical design engineering (or equivalent)
3+ years as a technical project manager, preferably in space, aerospace, automotive, or similar regulated environments
Experience leading cross-functional development efforts (mechanical, electrical, and software) from concept through production, with a strong understanding of the full development lifecycle
Solid grasp of development, verification, and validation practices, including test planning and quality gates
Proficient in schedule management, cost estimation, and completion tracking (MS Project, Jira, or equivalent)
Effective decision-maker and communicator across engineering, PMO, and leadership teams
Bonus Points:
Experience with design for space, including space industry program development phases and qualification requirements
Knowledge of agile and classical project management principles, especially as they apply to hardware development
Familiarity with earned value methodologies
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| Title | Technical Project Manager - Mechanical |
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| Status | deleted |
| Active | no |
| Location Text | Toronto, Ontario |
| Department | Engineering |
| Team | Mechanical |
| Employment Type | Full-time Regular |
| Workplace Type | hybrid |
| Remote Policy | hybrid |
| Country | Canada |
| Region | ON |
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| Salary Raw | Salary Range: $100,622 - 150,622 CAD Actual total compensation will be determined at the Company’s dis |
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| Source URL | https://jobs.lever.co/kepler/6f6959e5-61f1-44c8-9a0c-af92a3afa6dc |
| Apply URL | https://jobs.lever.co/kepler/6f6959e5-61f1-44c8-9a0c-af92a3afa6dc/apply |
| First Seen At | 2026-05-29 07:00:27Z |
| Last Seen At | 2026-06-04 11:30:20Z |
| Last Checked At | 2026-06-06 20:15:59Z |
| Last Changed At | 2026-06-06 20:15:59Z |
| Inactive At | 2026-06-06 20:15:59Z |
| Source Posted At | 2026-02-16 22:11:09Z |
| Source Updated At | — |
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