Brandon Kaploe
About Brandon Kaploe
Brandon Kaploe is a Senior Engineering Manager who recently opened a new satellite manufacturing facility in Denver, Colorado, designed to support advanced satellite construction and testing.
Brandon Kaploe's Role as Senior Engineering Manager
Brandon Kaploe serves as a Senior Engineering Manager. In his role, he oversees various engineering operations with a specific focus on satellite manufacturing and facilities management. He ensures that both remote and in-person teams are well-coordinated and that projects maintain high standards of technical precision and quality control.
New Manufacturing Facility in Denver, Colorado
Brandon Kaploe played a key role in opening a new manufacturing facility in the Denver, Colorado area. The facility spans approximately 10,000 square feet and is designed to accommodate the simultaneous construction of 3-4 satellites. It includes clean rooms to keep satellites free from contaminants and labs outfitted with ESD-safe equipment for remote and in-person testing. The facility also features precision test equipment to ensure accurate satellite testing, alignment, and stability checks, and provides office space for local employees.
Remote-Friendly Work Environment
The new Denver facility reflects a modern, remote-friendly work approach. While it houses office space to accommodate the entire company for semi-annual on-site meetings, much of the team's operations can be conducted remotely. The layout and technological infrastructure are designed to support remote collaboration and ensure seamless integration with on-site activities.
Collaboration with Landscape for Company Identity
Brandon Kaploe collaborated with Landscape, an award-winning agency, to develop a new company identity and logo. This strategic initiative highlights his role in ensuring the company's brand remains contemporary and aligns with its evolving mission and values.
$48M Series A and $35M Funding Initiatives
Brandon Kaploe was part of the team that announced the closing of a $48M Series A funding round. Additionally, he contributed to the team's efforts to secure $35M in funding aimed at commercializing Very Low Earth Orbit (VLEO) technology. These funding rounds are significant milestones in advancing the company’s technological capabilities and market presence.