Optical Architect

Kepler Communications(1 month ago)

Toronto, OntarioOnsiteFull TimeSenior$134,437 - $181,191 (estimated)Engineering

About this role

The Optical Architect at Kepler Communications leads the architecture and mission-level integration of laser-based optical communication systems within the company’s space networking products. The role defines how optical technologies integrate into Kepler’s broader spacecraft, ground, and network architecture while ensuring compliance with industry standards and interoperability frameworks. This position also drives mission-level optical performance and availability analyses to shape link strategies for the constellation. The Optical Architect serves as a key technical representative internally and externally, influencing both product direction and partner relationships.

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Required Skills

Optical System Architecture
Technology Assessment
Requirements Development
Systems Integration
Optical Performance Modeling
Link Budget Analysis
Risk Assessment
In-Orbit Commissioning
Standards Compliance
Protocol Design

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Qualifications

Advanced Degree in Optical Engineering
Advanced Degree in Physics
Advanced Degree in Electrical Engineering
Advanced Degree in Aerospace Engineering

About Kepler Communications

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Kepler is a space‑communications company building and operating a low‑Earth‑orbit nanosatellite network to deliver global connectivity, data backhaul and IoT services. It offers managed data relay, store‑and‑forward and in‑orbit processing capabilities plus a global ground‑station and developer API stack so customers can integrate satellite links into applications quickly. Kepler targets maritime, aviation, remote industrial IoT, telecom and government customers, emphasizing scalable, low‑latency service and rapid deployment of connectivity where terrestrial networks don’t reach.