Payload Systems Engineer

The following position is open: Payload Systems Engineer

At Custom Microwave Inc., A Vitesse Company, we design, engineer, and manufacture world class solutions for satellite applications. Helping our customers put stuff in space is our specialty, and we have a blast doing it. Which is where you come in: We have an opening for an out-of-this-world Payload Systems Engineer. You will lead a team of engineers to design the best possible solution for customers. Are you ready to launch into an impactful and interesting role? We're excited to work with you.

What You'll Do (Essential Job Functions):

• Lead architectural trade studies, establishing system and unit level requirements both analytically and through simulation.
• Collaborate with technical design teams to achieve project objectives.
• Lead proper allocation, traceability, and verification of requirements at all levels through the lifecycle of the program.
• Support requirements verification and Integration and Test (I&T) activities.
• Lead preparations and delivery for design gate reviews.
• Collaborate with cross functional subject matter experts to develop the necessary requirements allocation, analysis, and verification artifacts.
• Support continual product development activities.
• Other duties as assigned.

What You'll Bring (Additional Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities):

• Ability to obtain security clearance.
• Experience with antenna designs in harsh environments (aerospace, defense, military applications).
• Strong technical communication skills (written and oral).
• Strong fundamentals in "signals and systems" and digital communications.
• Familiar with hardware components and their associated impairments / limitations.
• Ability to learn new tools and workflows.
• Passion for contributing to an innovative and rapidly evolving work environment.

Your Experience (Minimum Qualifications):

• Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering or related degree.
  • MSEE in related field desired, but not required.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a similar role.
• Must provide proof of US Citizenship or Permanent Residency to comply with ITAR requirements.
• Ability to pass a drug screen per Custom Microwave, Inc.'s drug testing policy.
• Ability to pass a criminal background check per Custom Microwave, Inc.'s policy.

CMi, A Vitesse Company, Is Proud to Offer...

• Competitive wages and friendly working conditions.
• Generous PTO policy with immediate accrual eligibility.
• Excellent health, dental, and vision options.
• Company paid short-term disability, long-term disability, life insurance benefits, and employee assistance program.
• Annual profit share bonus opportunity.
• Paid holidays.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• 401(k) opportunities.

Work Environment and Physical Requirements:

The manufacturing facility is more than 56,000 square feet. Workers may be exposed to loud noises, chemicals, and other occupational hazards; personal protective equipment may be provided by The Company and at request.

Job Information:
This is a full-time, permanent position. This position is eligible for the employer-sponsored benefits listed under "CMi is Proud to Offer." This position is considered exempt and is ineligible for overtime pay.


Pay range: $120,000-$160,000 based on qualifications and experience.


Vitesse Systems is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action (EEO/AA) Veterans / Disabled Employer. Diversity drives innovation.

CMi, A Vitesse Systems Company, LLC performs work controlled by the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and Export Administration Regulations (EAR). These statutes require the protection of technical data and products. The regulations require that such data not be disclosed in written, oral, or visual form to any foreign national without prior export authorization from the Department of State. Employees must be a US person. The definition of a US person is provided under 22 CFR § 120.62 as one who:

• Who has been granted US citizenship,
• Who has a lawful permanent resident in the US,
• Who has been granted the status of "protected person",
• Or an employee of the US government