Manufacturing Engineer

Kepler Communications is welcoming a Manufacturing Engineer to help develop manufacturing processes, procedures, and best practices for designing, manufacturing, and assembling space products, payloads, and satellites.

The role requires collaboration with engineering teams during the hardware development phase, supporting new product development and introduction. The successful applicant will bring experience establishing manufacturing, assembly, and integration documentation for PCAs, RF, optical, or mechanical assemblies.

Limited travel may be required for this role, up to 5‑10% per year, primarily within Canada and the USA.

What We Offer:

• Competitive compensation and a robust equity plan
• Comprehensive 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 for approved roles
• $1,500 annual professional development fund
• Fully stocked Toronto office kitchen with snacks, drinks, games, and top‑notch appliances
• Town halls, celebration calls, and company‑wide events to stay connected and engaged
• Certified Great Place to Work® five years in a row

Key Responsibilities:

• Subject Matter Expert on manufacturing processes, systems, and methodologies for producing space hardware systems
• Interface for engineering, production, and quality on hardware producibility and testing
• Participate in engineering design reviews and provide design feedback and solutions to improve manufacturing and assembly processes
• Take ownership of the production process of assigned products and be accountable for the design–manufacturing transition and ongoing relationship
• Analyze production flows, create production layouts, and develop assembly & integration methods, tools, fixtures, and cell configuration
• Identify risks prior to production kick‑off and mitigate them before flight model production begins
• Aid in the development of manufacturing and test flows, manufacturing & test work instructions, and traceability records
• Design or oversee the design of custom tooling or fixtures to improve the manufacturing process
• Support capital requisitions and perform return on investment analysis for manufacturing tools and equipment
• Provide support to Business Development on bids and proposals, writing manufacturing plans, and providing estimates and quotations

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Science, or equivalent
• 4+ years of experience in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment
• Familiar with material handling, kitting, assembly, inspection, and routing processes within a factory environment
• Experience using CAD software to review drawings, models, and design parts, fixtures, and tooling
• Experience with manufacturing‑adjacent software systems such as ERP, MES, PLM, and QMS systems
• Proficient in DFM, DFA, FMEA, and PFMEA processes
• Experience supporting product failure investigations, material review boards, and corrective action implementation
• Understanding of supply‑chain manufacturing processes—including CNC machining, electroplating, and PCB assembly
• Demonstrated willingness to leverage AI‑assisted engineering and development tools to improve productivity, design quality, and innovation

Bonus Points:

• Familiarity with Clean Room environments
• Experience in space, aerospace, or another highly regulated, high‑quality, low‑volume field
• CAD experience with SolidWorks, Onshape, AutoCAD, or similar
• Familiarity with MES, PLM, and ERP systems
• Experience with RF hardware or RF test equipment
• Experience integrating customer or third‑party payloads/equipment into in‑house designs—ICDs, comms, power, etc.
• Experience in discrete manufacturing of large assemblies
• Hands‑on experience with CNC machining and/or additive manufacturing

Salary Range:

$109,544 – $134,544 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 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 the total compensation package.
Job Type: This is 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.

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