Technical Project Manager - Mechanical
TLDR
Lead the delivery of complex engineering efforts for spacecraft applications, ensuring reliable, high-performance systems that meet mission needs.
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Lead an integrated product team owning the design, development and delivery of subsystem units
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Manage cost, schedule, and scope from concept through delivery
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Establish priorities and manage execution across assigned work packages
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Plan and lead milestone, design and readiness reviews
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Maintain alignment between program-level objectives and day-to-day engineering work
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Drive issue resolution, risk mitigation, and schedule recovery where needed
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Ensure adherence to engineering processes, quality standards, and system-level requirements
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Coordinate across disciplines (systems, software, hardware, QA, integration) to ensure consistent progress and clear technical direction
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Bachelor's degree in engineering (mechatronics, mechanical, electrical, or related)
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2+ years in mechanical design engineering (or equivalent)
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3+ years as a technical project manager, preferably in space, aerospace, automotive, or similar regulated environments
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Experience leading cross-functional development efforts (mechanical, electrical, and software) from concept through production, with a strong understanding of the full development lifecycle
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Solid grasp of development, verification, and validation practices, including test planning and quality gates
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Proficient in schedule management, cost estimation, and completion tracking (MS Project, Jira, or equivalent)
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Effective decision-maker and communicator across engineering, PMO, and leadership teams
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Experience with design for space, including space industry program development phases and qualification requirements
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Knowledge of agile and classical project management principles, especially as they apply to hardware development
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Familiarity with earned value methodologies
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
Kepler Communications operates the first commercial optical data relay constellation, delivering real-time Internet access for space-based assets. Our service is tailored for industries involved in space exploration and satellite communications, empowering them with continuous connectivity to enhance their data-driven initiatives.
- Founded
- Founded 2015
- Employees
- 11-50 employees
- Industry
- Diversified Telecommunication Services
- Total raised
- $5.1M raised