Space Domain Lead

Space Domain Lead

Preferred Location: Ottawa, Canada (Hybrid + Field Deployable)

Type: Full-Time

About Dominion Dynamics

Dominion Dynamics is building Canada's first modern defence prime: software-defined, attritable, and sovereign.

We believe tomorrow's military power won't hinge on exquisite platforms, but on the seamless coordination of adaptable, AI-driven capabilities across every domain. We're building that family of systems, fielded with operators, sovereign by design, and accountable to Canada's democratic values.

We move fast, deploy with the CAF, especially in the Arctic, and operate with uncompromising respect for Canadian law, treaty obligations, and the CAF community.

Our founding team includes former operators from Anduril, Google, Amazon, and the Canadian Armed Forces. We're building hard tech in hard places, and we're looking for system-level thinkers who thrive at the intersection of autonomy, aerospace, and national security.

Why This Role Matters

Space is now a decisive domain in defense, and Canada must integrate orbital capabilities into its all-domain command and control to stay sovereign and interoperable with allies. Dominion needs a Space Domain Lead to connect space-based ISR, launch, and communications directly into JADC2—ensuring Arctic and global operations are informed, resilient, and sovereign by design. This role turns advanced space systems into operational effects that secure Canada's future in contested environments.

The Role: Space Domain Lead

As Dominion's Space Domain Lead, you'll own the strategy and execution of how space capabilities integrate into Canada's first all-domain JADC2 platform. This is a hands-on leadership role where you'll shape the roadmap for orbital ISR, launch, and communications, and translate complex technical systems into operational impact for the CAF, NORAD, and allies. You'll work across software, hardware, and field teams to architect sovereign space-enabled C2—and ensure Canada's space presence is not just participatory, but decisive.

What You'll Do

• Lead Dominion's space domain roadmap, integrating space-based ISR and communications into the JADC2aaS platform.
• Provide technical expertise in orbital mechanics, launch vehicles, satellite buses, and ground-segment integration.
• Architect LEO/MEO/GEO and emerging orbit solutions for Arctic and multi-domain operations.
• Collaborate with the Canadian Space Agency, DND, NORAD, and industry partners to enable sovereign space capabilities.
• Contribute to CONOPS and operational doctrine development for Canadian space-enabled defence.
• Drive space R&D, prototyping, and field demonstrations, including Arctic and remote operations.
• Represent Dominion Dynamics in high-level technical and operational discussions with government and allied stakeholders.

What You Bring

• 10+ years in space systems, aerospace engineering, or satellite operations.
• Deep expertise in launch, orbital mechanics, satellite buses, ISR/communications payloads, and ground-to-space integration.
• Military space experience (RCAF, NORAD, USSF) or deep-tech commercial space background.
• Familiarity with Canadian and allied space policy, dual-use applications, and operational requirements.
• Ability to translate complex technical capabilities into operational impact for defense and security missions.
• Eligibility for a Canadian security clearance (Secret or higher).

Why Join Us

At Dominion Dynamics, we're designing systems that work where others fail, in the most extreme environments on Earth.

At Dominion Dynamics you'll:

• Shape the future of Canada's sovereign defence.
• Build real capability that fields with CAF and allies.
• Move fast, field fast with small teams, high trust, and rapid iteration.
• Operate with integrity under Canadian law and treaty obligations.
• Have impact from day one with equity, responsibility, and direct access to leadership.

If you're driven by innovation, adaptability, and the opportunity to make a strategic impact, this is where you belong

Compensation & Benefits

Competitive base salary, meaningful equity participation, comprehensive benefits, and travel support as required.

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