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Senior Program Manager

Kepler· Program Management Office – Program Management
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Hybrid (Toronto, Ontario)CA$131.9k - CA$181.9kFull-time RegularPosted 3mo ago

About the role

Senior Program Manager responsible for developing and executing mission-critical satellite systems from concept through on-orbit validation, leading cross-functional teams, coordinating with hosted payload customers, and potentially contributing to Tranche-2 satellite constellation development.

Responsibilities

  • Own and manage all aspects of program scope, schedule, cost, and risk throughout the full program lifecycle
  • Serve as the primary interface with hosted payload customers, subcontractors and internal stakeholders to ensure alignment and execution
  • Plan and facilitate key programmatic and technical reviews, including design, qualification, and production milestones
  • Develop and maintain comprehensive program plans, key performance metrics, and regular status reports
  • Drive accountability across teams by making informed decisions on scope changes and performance specifications, while providing clear, data-driven recommendations to business leadership
  • Lead cross-functional coordination across engineering, operations and business development to ensure program alignment and execution
  • Monitor and report on program health using KPI such as SPI, CPI, and EAC
  • Collaborate with the Program Director, peer Program Managers, Chief Engineer, and Systems Engineering team to maintain cohesive strategy
  • Proactively identify execution barriers and critical risks, develop mitigation plans, and escalate issues as needed
  • Maintain strong communication with department leads to surface top risks, milestones, and ensure accountability for deliverables
  • Present program status and performance insights to internal and external stakeholders using effective forums and channels
  • Possibly contribute to proposal efforts involving satellite systems, software, commissioning, or on-orbit operations
  • Contribute to development or commissioning of upcoming satellite constellation (Tranche-2)

Qualifications

  • 7+ years of experience in aerospace or other high-reliability industries, with at least 4 years in a program management role
  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in engineering or a related technical discipline
  • Knowledge of satellite development life cycle with proven oversight from design to qualification and integration
  • Strong understanding and use of IMS and EVM techniques for tracking and reporting program execution
  • Ability to identify, assess, and mitigate technical, schedule, and cost risks
  • Familiarity with Agile development practices and integrating Agile into hardware-focused program execution
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail with ability to manage multiple priorities
  • Proven track record of managing cross-functional teams, budgets, and schedules
  • Strong interpersonal and leadership skills with ability to influence stakeholders and build consensus
  • Willingness to adopt and effectively use AI-assisted engineering tools to improve productivity, quality, and innovation

Skills

Required:Program managementSatellite system developmentIntegrated Master Schedule (IMS)Earned Value Management (EVM)Stakeholder management
Nice to have:Agile methodologies

Benefits

  • Competitive compensation with equity plan
  • Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance including dependents
  • Unlimited vacation, parental leave policy, and company-wide holiday shutdown
  • Semi-annual company-wide parties and frequent in-office events
  • Relocation packages for approved roles
  • $1,500 annual professional development fund
  • Fully stocked Toronto office with snacks and amenities
  • Town Halls, Celebration Calls, and company-wide events
  • Great Place to Work certification for seven years
Last updated Oct 22, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.

About Kepler

Connecting Space. Empowering Earth.

Powered by advanced optical technology, the Kepler Network provides real-time data relay, on-orbit compute, and hosted payload services to form the modern backbone of a connected space ecosystem. These capabilities support defense and intelligence missions, accelerate earth observation insights, and enable scientific, commercial, and humanitarian applications that benefit people and the planet.

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