Technical Proposal Writer
Kepler Communications
Marketing & Communications, IT
Toronto, ON, Canada
CAD 93,785-143,785 / year + Equity
Posted on Feb 21, 2026
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 Internet access for space-based assets, enabling a new era of data-driven exploration 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!
As a Technical Proposal Writer, you will collaborate with the Sales team, Program Management Office, Technical Leads, Project Managers, Engineers, and other team members to develop, organize, and write proposals and customer facing presentations.
You may also contribute to internal program support for procedure manuals, technical specifications, process documents, and internal communications.
This role will be able to work at our Toronto location or remotely (North America).
Key Responsibilities:
- Own the end-to-end development of customer-facing proposals (RFI, RFP, RFQ, ROM, and formal quotes), from kickoff through submission
- Independently drive the development of high-quality, compliant, and persuasive proposal documentation tailored to the customer and procurement requirements
- Determine the clearest and most logical way to present information for greatest reader comprehension, considering the target audience for various types of documentation
- Work with subject matter experts to prepare, review, revise and maintain technical documentation
- Lead cross-functional proposal efforts by guiding contributors, managing review cycles, and ensuring schedule and quality objectives are met
- Advise on technical writing strategy and documentation related process development
- Build and maintain reusable proposal content libraries, templates, and response frameworks
Required Skills & Qualifications:
- 5+ years of experience as a Technical Proposal Writer or similar relevant role
- Bachelor's degree in English, Journalism, Communications, Technical Writing, or other relevant degree
- Experience gathering and analyzing technical information from various sources to document new and changing requirements and to document processes and procedures
- Experience creating and using infographics such as diagrams, screenshots, charts, workflows, and with graphic tools for simple designs and photo editing that increase users’ understanding
- Experience developing and maintaining templates for written documentation ensuring a consistent “look and feel” and meets and exceeds the company standards and internal communications
- Expert level use MS Word, Power Point, SharePoint, and Confluence
- Willingness to learn new processes, tools, and professional talents
- Ability to follow directions, meet evolving project requirements and produce documentation in a quick turn-around environment and ability to expand a skeleton write-up/outline into a fully comprehensive body of text
- Experience working work with cross-functional teams and towards aggressive deadlines, in team and individual setting, in a timely manner
Bonus Points:
- Experience editing white papers
- Experience working in technical Agile/Scrum teams
- Degree or Minor in a Technical and/or Engineering discipline
- Ability to pick up and write about a sufficiently complex technical document
- Direct experience supporting space and satellite programs, technologies, or services
Salary Range: $93,785 - 143,785 CAD
Actual total compensation will be determined at the Company’s discretion and is based on a variety of job-related factors, which may include, but are not limited to, relevant knowledge, skills, experience, performance, and education and/or training. The Company encourages all qualified applicants to apply, even if the posted salary range does not align with their expectations, as it does not reflect our total compensation package.
Job Type: This is for a current vacancy
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.
