Compliance Associate

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®, seven years in a row!

Kepler is seeking a detail-oriented Regulatory [Compliance Associate]to support its Canadian Controlled Goods Program (CGP), export and import compliance activities, and other regulatory compliance requirements. This is a junior level role suited to someone interested in developing expertise in controlled goods, export controls, regulatory compliance, and security-related processes within the space and telecommunications industry. The successful candidate will work closely with Kepler’s Regulatory, Legal, Security, People, Engineering, and Operations teams.

Key Responsibilities: Controlled Goods Program

- Support the administration of Kepler’s Controlled Goods Program, including employee security assessments, applications, renewals, and screening requirements

- Maintain accurate records of authorized individuals, security assessments, training, access permissions, and controlled-goods activities

- Support the development and implementation of CGP security plans, procedures, training, and internal guidance

- Work with Security, IT, People, Facilities, and other teams to maintain appropriate controls for the access, storage, handling, examination, possession, and transfer of controlled goods and related technical data

- Assist with CGP inspections, audits, registration renewals, and government information requests

- Complete the necessary assessment and training to serve as a Designated Official under the CGP

Export and Import Compliance

- Support compliance with applicable Canadian, U.S., and international export- and import-control requirements, including the Export and Import Permits Act, ITAR, and EAR

- Gather technical and commercial information needed to classify goods, software, technology, and technical data, and maintain associated records

- Prepare export and import permit applications, licence requests, agreements, exemptions, and supporting documentation under the guidance of senior team members

- Review proposed shipments, technology transfers, travel, system access, and information-sharing activities against established compliance procedures

- Maintain records and monitor deadlines relating to permits, licences, classifications, screenings, approvals