Kepler Communications is currently scaling its presence in the United States, seeking a Director of Sales – US Commercial Space to lead revenue growth for its pioneering optical data relay network.
As of April 2026, Kepler has solidified its position as a global leader in space-based internet, having recently hit major technical milestones that directly influence this role’s objectives.
Company Snapshot (April 2026)
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The Mission: Providing real-time, high-speed internet for space-based assets, effectively creating “the internet in space.”
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Constellation Status: Kepler has 33 satellites currently in orbit.
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The “Twilight Mission” Milestone: In January 2026, Kepler made history by launching its first Tranche 1 of ten 300-kilogram optical relay satellites. This made them the first company to operate a commercially operational optical data relay network, beating out similar projects from competitors like Amazon and Starlink.
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On-Orbit Compute: In March 2026, the company commissioned distributed on-orbit computing across this constellation, powered by NVIDIA Jetson Orin modules, allowing for AI and cloud processing directly in space.
The Role: Director of Sales – US Commercial Space
This leadership position is designed to capitalize on the success of the Tranche 1 launch by expanding Kepler’s footprint in the US commercial and government sectors.
Key Focus Areas
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Revenue Ownership: You will own the entire sales lifecycle—from pipeline development and forecasting to final commercial transactions.
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Market Expansion: Scaling sales across both commercial space companies (e.g., Earth observation, situational awareness) and government defense sectors.
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Product Synergy: Acting as the “voice of the customer” to feed market demand back to Engineering and Product teams to shape the future of Kepler’s services.
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Travel: Expect roughly 40% travel to represent Kepler at industry events, conferences, and customer sites.
What We Offer
Kepler is a certified Great Place to Work® (5 years running) and provides a comprehensive benefits package:
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Compensation: Competitive base salary plus performance incentives.
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Health & Wellness: Full health/dental/vision coverage, an annual Wellness Allowance, and unlimited vacation.
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Professional Growth: A $1,500 annual development fund and a supportive environment for “bold thinkers.”
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Logistics: Relocation packages are available for approved roles.
Ideal Candidate Profile
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Experience: 10+ years in aerospace or space tech sales leadership.
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Expertise: Deep understanding of small satellites and RF/Optical communications.
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Environment: Thrives in fast-paced, “ambiguous,” early-growth stages.
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Education: Bachelor’s in Engineering or Science (MBA or MS is a bonus).
How to Apply
You can submit your application via the official link below. Note: A short video application is often a standard part of Kepler’s recruitment process to showcase your communication style.
Apply Here: Kepler Director of Sales
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