Hybrid Thermal Design Engineer

at Kepler Communications Inc.

• Job title: Thermal Design Engineer
• Job type: Full Time
• Experience level: Mid level, Senior
• Salary: CA$100,622 - CA$150,622 per year
• Degree requirement: Bachelor's Degree
• Tech skills: Assembly
• Location requirements: Hybrid, Toronto, Canada

About the role

• Thermal Design Engineer focusing on development and testing of spacecraft thermal management systems. Collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure optimal heat management and system performance.

Responsibilities

• Design heatsinking and thermal control methods for satellite systems
• Work with the mission planners to define orbital thermal boundary conditions
• Work closely within the Integrated Product Team consisting of other cross-functional engineers (RF, hardware, systems, etc.) to develop full product solutions
• Identify requirement verification methods and establish plans to mitigate technical risks through FEA, test, etc.
• Support designs through CAD modeling and FEA analysis, with a focus on thermal behaviour in various environments
• Generate documentation required to substantiate designed solutions
• Generate drawings to communicate design intent to manufacturing partners and internal AIT team
• Build prototypes and test to identify key areas for improvement
• Move solutions from development, through qualification and into flight readiness
• Participate in pathfinding activities for new projects
• Act as peer reviewer on other active designs

Requirements

• 5+ years of relevant mechanical design experience
• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, mechatronics engineering, or equivalent
• Understanding of design principles for heat transfer, temperature control, statics, and dynamics
• Experience in verifying designs through Finite Element Analysis and testing
• Experience with one or more CAD tools (Onshape, Creo, Solidworks, etc.)
• Understanding of design for manufacturing and assembly practices
• Strong communication and documentation skills working in a multidisciplinary team
• Comfortable in an R&D lab environment
• Comfortable using basic hand and power tools

Benefits

• Competitive compensation with a robust equity plan to share in our success.
• Comprehensive coverage for 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 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!