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Linuxconfig

Hardware Test Engineering Manager

Toronto, ON · On-site

$100 - $130/hr

We are seeking a Manager, Hardware Test Engineering to lead the hardware test engineering function at Kepler, supporting the development and delivery of next‑generation space hardware. Key ...

Aviya Aerospace Systems

Hardware Engineer

Mississauga, ON

CA$80K - CA$120K/yr

Aviya provides expertise in program management, systems, software, mechanical, and hardware engineering to many of the top-tier Aerospace and Defense Contractors. We have an immediate opening for a ...

Voltera

Software Engineering Manager

Waterloo, ON · On-site

Work closely with hardware, product, manufacturing, service, and leadership teams to deliver ... Experience leading or managing software developers. * Experience delivering production-grade ...

Voltera

Software Engineering Manager

Waterloo, ON · On-site

Work closely with hardware, product, manufacturing, service, and leadership teams to deliver ... Experience leading or managing software developers. * Experience delivering production-grade ...

eStorage

Hardware Engineer

Kitchener, ON · On-site

CA$87K - CA$135K/yr

Capability to create and manage schematic symbols, footprints, and PCB libraries. * Experience working in crossfunctional engineering teams across hardware, firmware, FPGA, and mechanical disciplines.

Canadian Solar

Hardware Engineer

Kitchener, ON

CA$87K - CA$135K/yr

Capability to create and manage schematic symbols, footprints, and PCB libraries. * Experience working in crossfunctional engineering teams across hardware, firmware, FPGA, and mechanical disciplines.

Stripe

Engineering Manager, Terminal

Toronto, ON

As a software engineering manager at Stripe, you'll lead teams that build and expand APIs, services ... Experience with in-person payments hardware and software such as card readers and firmware * A deep ...

Avidbots

Senior Hardware Developer

Kitchener, ON · On-site

Familiar with Managing Engineering Bill of Materials and Change Management Methodology. * Familiar ... Experience designing hardware for safety-critical applications (such as aerospace, medical, or ...

Nokia

IP Advanced Procurement Manager

Kanata, ON · On-site

As part of Network Infrastructure Strategic Sourcing, the IP Advanced Procurement Manager role supports the IP Hardware Engineering organization, focusing on New Product Hardware releases through ...

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Nokia

Senior Digital Hardware Design Engineer

Kanata, ON · On-site

The IP Routing Hardware organization is very flat - there are few levels of management between the Individual Contributor and the VP of Hardware. We are also very lean - each Hardware Engineer spends ...

Nokia

Senior Digital Hardware Design Engineer

Kanata, ON · On-site

The IP Routing Hardware organization is very flat - there are few levels of management between the Individual Contributor and the VP of Hardware. We are also very lean - each Hardware Engineer spends ...

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What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a hardware engineering manager?

To thrive as a Hardware Engineering Manager, you need a strong background in electrical or computer engineering, leadership skills, and experience leading hardware development projects, typically supported by a relevant degree. Familiarity with PCB design tools, CAD software, product lifecycle management systems, and certifications like PMP or equivalent are often advantageous. Excellent communication, strategic thinking, and team-building abilities help drive innovation and foster collaboration. These skills are critical to ensuring successful hardware delivery, cross-functional alignment, and the growth of both products and engineering teams.

What are some typical challenges hardware engineering managers face in their day-to-day work?

Hardware Engineering Managers often encounter the challenge of balancing project timelines with resource constraints, ensuring both high-quality output and adherence to deadlines. They must also navigate cross-functional communication among engineering, manufacturing, and product teams to synchronize design objectives and resolve issues quickly. Staying abreast of technological advancements while mentoring and developing team talent is another core aspect of the role. These challenges require strong organization, adaptability, and an ability to anticipate and address potential bottlenecks, all while maintaining a positive team culture.

What does a hardware engineering manager do?

A Hardware Engineering Manager leads a team of engineers in designing, developing, and testing hardware components and systems. They oversee project timelines, ensure product quality, and collaborate with other departments, such as software and manufacturing. Their role includes setting technical direction, managing budgets, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. Effective communication and leadership are essential for driving innovation and meeting business goals.

What is a hardware engineering manager?

A hardware engineering manager oversees the design, development, and testing of hardware components and systems. They lead engineering teams, coordinate projects, and ensure products meet technical specifications and quality standards, often requiring knowledge of engineering tools and project management skills.
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Hardware Test Engineering Manager

Kepler Communications

Toronto, ON

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life

Re-posted 19 days ago

Job description

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

Our mission is to provide real-time on-orbit connectivity for critical missions, enabling a new era of data-driven intelligence and innovation. With 33 satellites launched to date, Kepler operates the first commercial optical data relay constellation, enabling real-time, continuous space communications while supporting advanced on-orbit compute and hosted payload capabilities. 

Industry-leading 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, five years in a row!

We are seeking a Manager, Hardware Test Engineering to lead the hardware test engineering function at Kepler, supporting the development and delivery of next-generation space hardware. 

Hardware Test Engineering supports multiple concurrent efforts across integrated product teams (IPTs) and program teams. The Hardware Test Engineering team actively collaborates with Project Managers, Supply Chain, Electrical, RF, Mechanical, and Embedded Systems Engineering.

We invest heavily to deliver reliable space hardware at scale. We are looking for a Hardware Test Engineering Manager to lead and grow the team responsible for producing objective evidence that Kepler hardware can survive manufacturing, launch, operation, and mission life with quantified confidence. This role is accountable for building the people, processes, test infrastructure, and cross-functional operation that turn hardware validation, verification, reliability, and test data into a strategic capability for Kepler.

This is a manager-level role with strong technical scope. The successful candidate will lead what is currently an electronics-focused Hardware Test team, while building the foundation for a broader organization spanning electronics test, mechanical and environmental test, test automation, and data systems. The role balances execution of current programs with investment in scalable systems that reduce technical risk, improve throughput, and support future portfolio growth.

Key Responsibilities:
   Lead a hardware test engineering team delivering defined hardware test subsystems, validation infrastructure, test procedures, fixtures, automation, dashboards, and evidence packages across active programs

   Oversee execution with moderate to high technical complexity, including prototype bring-up, design validation, qualification and acceptance testing, production test strategy, and reliability test campaigns

   Maintain sufficient technical depth to guide sound decisions, coach engineers through difficult issues, and intervene when critical execution risks require support
 
   Build cross-functional alignment with systems, electrical, RF, firmware, mechanical, manufacturing, program, supply chain, and quality teams so test requirements, interfaces, decision criteria, and evidence expectations are clear early in the lifecycle

   Provide design-for-test and validation & verification input during architecture and design reviews to inform decisions through objective evidence and downstream operational risk

   Help shape and execute the Hardware Test capability roadmap, including expanded mechanical/environmental test, automation, test data capabilities, lab equipment, automated test systems, MGSE, and facilities required to support long-term scale

   Develop scalable test processes and systems that enable an accelerating satellite production and supports growing program complexity, including standardization of test methods, fixtures, data capture, evidence reviews, and escalation paths

   Own research and development for advanced methods for accelerated validation, including topics in automation and artificial intelligence

   Partner with program and business development teams to evaluate upcoming work, estimate test scope, identify resource and facility constraints, and shape plans that balance reliability, schedule, cost, and throughput

   Set clear expectations, coach, develop, and performance-manage engineers; build a culture of ownership, technical rigor, healthy collaboration, clear communication, and continuous improvement
Required Skills & Qualifications:
   Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field
   5+ years of experience in hardware testing, design validation, production test, or related engineering work, including experience leading engineers, technical projects, team leads, and other managers
   Demonstrated ability to lead and manage a hardware team through product delivery, schedule commitments, quality expectations, dependency management, and cross-functional escalations
   Demonstrates a willingness to adopt and effectively utilize AI-assisted engineering tools, applying sound judgment to improve productivity, quality, and innovation while continuously adapting to evolving technologies
   Technical depth in lab and production test methods, including oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, multimeters, and automated test systems
   Experience developing test strategies, plans, cases, fixtures, scripts, reports, dashboards, and well documented processes for products and subassemblies
   Experience with at least one scripting or programming language, such as Python, MATLAB, Bash, or C/C++, and the ability to guide scalable automation and data-driven test infrastructure
   Experience with git or other codebase versioning and management tools
   Strong communication skills with the ability to connect technical decisions to program and business outcomes, align expectations across teams, and communicate risks and priorities clearly
   Ability to coach engineers, build ownership, support performance and development conversations, and create an inclusive, accountable team environment
   Demonstrated willingness and ability to leverage AI-assisted engineering and development tools to improve productivity, design quality, and innovation while adapting to evolving technologies and best practices 
 
 
Bonus Points:
   Experience working in Linux environments, including command-line tools and terminal workflows 
   Familiarity with networking fundamentals such as SSH, authentication, secure access, and basic connectivity troubleshooting
   Basic experience with databases for test data storage, retrieval, and analysis, including SQL or NoSQL systems
   Experience with space hardware design, verification, qualification, acceptance testing, environmental test, mission assurance, or reliability engineering
   Experience scaling a test engineering function in a low-volume, high-complexity hardware environment
   Familiarity with reliability tools and methods such as FMEA, fault trees, Weibull analysis, reliability growth, life testing, anomaly review boards, and corrective action systems
   Experience with test automation, hardware-in-the-loop systems, data infrastructure, analytics, predictive health monitoring, or automated evidence generation
   Experience planning capital equipment, lab capability, environmental test facilities, MGSE, or other strategic infrastructure investments
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. 
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.
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