
Director of Sales – US Commercial Space
Kepler Communications Inc.
full-time
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Location Type: Remote
Location: United States
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About the role
- Scale Kepler’s US commercial sales across commercial and government sectors.
- Own revenue growth, pipeline development, forecasting, and sales execution.
- Execute go-to-market strategy, positioning, and commercial transactions for Kepler services.
- Provide market feedback to Product and Engineering to shape product roadmap, features, and service offerings based on market demand.
- Act as the voice of the customer, translating user needs into product and business strategy.
- Build and manage key customer and partner relationships across the US space ecosystem.
- Lead proposal development, RFP responses, and bid/no-bid decisions.
- Monitor market trends, competitive landscape, and emerging opportunities.
- Represent Kepler at industry events, conferences, and customer engagements (≈40% travel).
Requirements
- 10+ years in sales, or commercial leadership within space, aerospace, or related technology sectors.
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering, science, or related field.
- Proven track record building and scaling commercial organizations and launching new products/services.
- Experience selling into both government and commercial space markets.
- Strong understanding of space systems (e.g., small satellites, RF/optical communications).
- Demonstrated ability to work cross-functionally with product, engineering, and marketing teams.
- Experience operating in fast-paced, ambiguous, early-stage environments.
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to translate technical concepts into business value.
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.
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard Skills & Tools
sales executionpipeline developmentforecastinggo-to-market strategyproposal developmentRFP responsesmarket analysisproduct roadmap developmentcommercial transactionscustomer relationship management
Soft Skills
communication skillscross-functional collaborationcustomer advocacyleadershipstrategic thinkingrelationship buildingadaptabilityproblem-solvingnegotiationmarket feedback
Certifications
Bachelor’s degree in engineeringBachelor’s degree in science