About the Role

Our client is a Canadian aerospace company developing advanced space launch and satellite systems, with divisions spanning rocket propulsion, spaceports, satellites, and robotics. As they scale into satellite development and space systems, they are looking for a Space Systems Program Director to lead the product strategy and go-to-market for their next phase of growth. Onsite full time near Toronto or St. John's, with occasional travel.

What You Will Do

Own the product vision, strategy and go-to-market for satellite systems and space hardware and software, working hands-on with customers, partners and engineering to take products from concept through delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the product vision, strategy, and roadmap for satellite systems and space hardware and software, aligning commercial and government and defence customer needs with technical feasibility

• Run rapid cycles of prototyping, testing, and iteration to validate features and accelerate delivery

• Engage customers, prospects, partners, and internal engineering teams to turn market insight into prioritized requirements

• Prepare business cases, budgets, and pricing input, lead proposals and bid submissions to relevant opportunities, and represent the company at industry forums and trade shows as the product subject matter expert

Must Haves

• Bachelor's degree or higher in aerospace engineering, systems engineering, computer science, business, or a related field

• 5+ years in space systems or satellite product management, ground segment software, or related aerospace domains

• Strong grounding in agile product development, satellite systems, mission operations, and ground segment infrastructure

• Proven ability to translate complex technical requirements into clear specifications

Nice to Haves

• Experience at satellite constellation operators or space technology startups

• Familiarity with space industry standards, regulatory environments, and export compliance

What's on Offer

Own the product strategy for an ambitious Canadian space program from the ground up. Small senior team, high ownership, direct customer and government exposure. Competitive compensation commensurate with experience.