Solutions Architect

Join to apply for the Solutions Architect role at Kepler Communications Inc. At Kepler Communications, we're not just imagining the future of connectivity - we're leading it Our mission is to provide real-time Internet access in space, enabling a new era of data-driven exploration and innovation. With 23 satellites already launched and a next‑generation optical network on the way, we’re creating the infrastructure that will power the space economy for decades to come. 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 Benefits Competitive compensation with a robust equity plan to share in our success. Comprehensive coverage for health, dental, and vision insurance —incl. 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 Job Overview Kepler Communications is seeking a Solutions Architect to partner with the Sales team, engage with customers to understand their mission needs, and develop solutions for them. The Solutions Architect will be the customer‑facing technical point of contact. As part of a small, passionate, and accomplished team of experts, you will also participate in the strategic development of Kepler offerings, customer relationships, and strategic vision – laser‑focused on the Kepler vision of putting the internet in space. The ideal candidate has experience working with government and commercial customers, can readily synthesize technical requirements from the customer and marry them with the capabilities of Kepler’s product line. Key Responsibilities Support customer meetings and provide architectural guidance and technical recommendations to promote the Kepler offering. Create and deliver customer‑facing presentations and white papers to shape future opportunities including technical risk identification, mitigation strategies, and recommendations for novel mission concepts. Develop feasibility assessments and back‑of‑the‑envelope analyses to rapidly evaluate new mission concepts and customer requests including perform high‑level systems analysis, ConOps simulations and spacecraft accommodations. Own customer mission architecture trades across RF, optical, networking, link budgets, payload accommodations, spacecraft hardware/software interfaces, and ground systems; work hands‑on with modeling tools (STK, MATLAB/Python, RF tools, optical link analysis) to quantify performance and validate concepts. Serve as the technical integrator between customer needs and internal engineering capabilities, ensuring solutions are technically executable and align with product roadmap. Support early‑phase system engineering activities, including requirements decomposition, interface definition, and preliminary architecture baselining. Lead technical writing of proposals, responses to RFPs/RFIs, and other customer inquiries, translating ambiguous customer technical requests into actionable engineering problem statements and solution pathways. Conduct black‑hat reviews of competitors to guide capture strategy; stay abreast of industry trends and disruptors. Required Skills & Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in STEM or related field. 5+ years of experience in satellite communications, preferably including experience in optical communications. Strong proficiency in spacecraft system level analysis and requirements development. Hands‑on experience in multiple domains (e.g., RF systems, optical comms, spacecraft avionics, networking, mission design, or ground segment architecture). Strong modeling and simulation skills. Previous responsibility for writing customer‑facing technical communications, preferably in aerospace technical sales. Experience with requirements development, CONOPS definition, and end‑to‑end system architecture. Comfort debating technical trade‑offs with engineering teams and defending recommendations with data. Familiarity with commercial and government aerospace procurement and proposal processes. Strong oral and written communication skills. Bonus Points Master’s degree in a STEM field. Experience in the New Space industry. Experience supporting early mission proposals, spacecraft concept studies, and technology maturation plans. Experience working cross‑functionally with both hardware and software engineering teams. Ability to build quick‑turn technical models to assess concepts in hours/days, not weeks. Use of AI in Recruitment At Kepler Communications, all hiring decisions are made by people. Human recruiters are involved in every step of our recruitment process. We use AI‑based tools (such as Lever AI and HireEZ) to assist with the initial review of applications by ranking candidates based on job‑relevant criteria. These tools support – but do not replace – human judgment. 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 , and we will work with you to meet your needs. We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us. Position Details Seniority Level: Mid‑Senior level Employment Type: Full‑time Job Function: Business Development and Engineering Industries: Space Research and Technology, Defense and Space Manufacturing, Telecommunications J-18808-Ljbffr #J-18808-Ljbffr