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Kepler Communications

Kepler Communications Inc. designs, launches, operates, and builds an advanced network of Earth-orbit satellites with the ultimate goal of bringing the internet

Director of Product – Platform, Payload & Services

Location

United States

Posted

78 days ago

Salary

0

Seniority

Lead

Bachelor Degree8 yrs expEnglish

Job Description

Director of Product – Platform, Payload & Services

Kepler Communications

• Lead product strategy for ISR (Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance) use cases across Kepler's platform, payload, and space infrastructure services, enabling real-time data relay, tasking, and delivery for defense and commercial customers • Define and scale end-to-end ISR product offerings by integrating payload capabilities, space-based communications, and ground/data services to support low-latency, mission-critical intelligence workflows • Drive development of ISR-focused solutions that leverage Kepler's platform for persistent connectivity, rapid data downlink, and in-mission responsiveness across distributed space assets • Define and drive the product vision and long-term strategy across Kepler’s product portfolio and translate company objectives into clear, actionable product initiatives • Identify new market opportunities across Europe and globally, including government, commercial, and defense sectors and act as a key voice of the customer, incorporating feedback into product evolution • Own and maintain integrated roadmaps for Kepler’s four product lines, ensuring alignment with company priorities • Balance short-term delivery with long-term innovation • Drive prioritization decisions based on customer value, technical feasibility, and business impact • Ensure cross-product coherence, avoiding silos and maximizing platform leverage • Partner closely with engineering, solutions architects, sales, and commercial operations teams to deliver products successfully • Lead cross-functional planning processes, including quarterly and annual product planning and collaborate with go-to-market teams to ensure successful launches and adoption • Oversee execution from concept through launch and iteration and establish clear success metrics for each product line • Ensure timely delivery while managing risk in a highly technical, hardware-software integrated environment • Build strong relationships with European, Canadian and US customers, partners, and regulatory stakeholders • Represent Kepler at industry events, conferences, and customer engagements and monitor competitive landscape and industry trends to inform strategy • Foster a culture of accountability, innovation, and customer focus • Help scale product processes and best practices as Kepler grows

Job Requirements

  • 8+ years of experience in Product Management, with at least 3+ years in a leadership role
  • BS/BA in engineering, business, or related field
  • Experience working with a mix of Canadian US and European commercial and defense customers, regulators, or markets
  • Proven experience owning complex product portfolios or multiple product lines
  • Strong track record of building and executing product roadmaps in technical domains
  • Experience working in space, satellite, defense, or deep tech industries
  • Demonstrated ability to work cross-functionally in global, distributed teams
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills with the ability to navigate ambiguity and drive clarity across teams
  • 15-25% travel within Europe and North America with travel to Kepler HQ in Toronto

Benefits

  • Competitive compensation designed to recognize and reward your contributions.
  • Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance—including dependents.
  • 401(k) and an annual Wellness Allowance.
  • Unlimited vacation, supportive parental leave policy, and company-wide holiday shutdown.
  • Semi-annual company-wide parties and regular (virtual and team events.
  • Relocation packages available for approved roles.
  • $1,500 annual professional development fund to support your growth.
  • Town Halls, Celebration Calls and Frequent company-wide events to stay connected and engaged.
  • We’re a certified Great Place to Work®, five years in a row at our Canadian Headquarters.

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