Kepler

RF Designer

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Full Time

22 minutes ago

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Job description

At Kepler Communications, we're not just imagining the future of connectivity - we're leading it!

Our mission is to provide real-time Internet access in space, enabling a new era of data-driven exploration and innovation. With 23 satellites already launched and a next-generation optical network on the way, we’re creating the infrastructure that will power the space economy for decades to come.

Technology is only part of the story. What sets Kepler apart is our team: bold thinkers, skilled builders, and passionate problem-solvers who thrive on pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in space. We believe great ideas come from diverse perspectives, and we’re committed to creating an environment where you can grow, lead, and make a global impact.

If you’re ready to reach higher, move faster, and do work that shapes the future space economy - this is your launchpad. Come build the future with Kepler!

What We Offer:

- 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®, four years in a row!

As an RF Engineer, your focus will be on RF hardware development, specifically hardware related to both our space-based communications payloads as well as ground-based assets. You will have the opportunity to work on everything from high-gain phased array antennas to software-defined radio transceivers.

We are looking for exceptional candidates with the below experience along with any unique abilities that could be used to augment our small but strong RF team. 

Key Responsibilities:

Take spacecraft and ground terminal RF Hardware from conception to design, manufacturing, test, and on-orbit operations.
Design and simulate RF subsystems (filters, amplifiers, transitions etc.).
Perform component selection for frontend circuits.
Perform schematic capture, layout and fabrication support of RF frontend PCBAs and antennas.
Contribute to trade studies and designs of radio systems from a hardware perspective.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Physics, or equivalent.
5+ years' experience with RF circuit design.
5+ years' experience with RF circuit simulation tools (ADS, Microwave Office etc.) and PCB layout tools (Altium, Cadence etc.).
Proficient in basic RF circuits concepts such as impedance matching, smith chart, network analysis, active and passive microwave components and systems (mixers, amplifiers, transistors at RF frequencies) and their figures of merit (P1dB, Psat, IIP3, noise figure, etc.), RF filter design.
Familiarity with RF radio architectures and components.
Comfortable making RF measurements using standard RF test equipment: spectrum analyzers, vector network analyzers, noise and power measurements.
Experience working closely with PA MMIC’s: matching, tuning, testing etc. is desirable.

Bonus Points:

5+ years of experience with RF antenna design.
Graduate degree in Electrical Engineering, Physics, or equivalent.
Knowledge/familiarity with modulation, DSP, or digital radio concepts is desirable.

Use of AI in Recruitment

At Kepler Communications, all hiring decisions are made by people. Human recruiters are involved in every step of our recruitment process. We use AI-based tools (such as Lever AI and HireEZ) to assist with the initial review of applications by ranking candidates based on job-relevant criteria. These tools support - but do not replace - human judgment.

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 accommodation@kepler.space, and we will work with you to meet your needs.