Systems Engineering - Defense

Voyager is an innovative defense, national security and space technology company committed to advancing and delivering transformative, mission‑critical solutions. We tackle the most complex challenges to unlock new frontiers for human progress, fortify national security, and protect critical assets to lead in the race for technological and operational superiority from ground to space.

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At Voyager Technologies, we’re building technologies that protect lives, expand frontiers and prepare us for what’s next. You’ll help lay the foundation for humanity's future. Join a culture where innovation thrives, curiosity is rewarded, and impact is real. The Systems Engineer III - ISR
The Systems Engineer III - ISR is an integral member of our Engineering team that develops cutting‑edge signals intelligence systems, which enable mission‑critical capabilities across defense and space systems. The team implements, tests and documents SIGINT software and hardware, contributing directly to the success of our national security missions. The position reports to the VP of Engineering and is part of our ISR team based in Folsom, CA. Develop risk management and mitigation plans for complex systems.

Contribute on proposal generation encompassing technical performance, cost, and schedule.

Incorporate Systems Engineering rigor with respect to requirements development, segmentation, flow‑down, verification, and validation.

Technical contributor to systems engineering and software engineering teams on projects.

Technical contributor to the project team regarding technical decisions on each project in the areas of:

Digital Signal Processing and Software Architecture Implementations

Detailed Hardware Design and Implementation

Detailed Software Design and Implementation

Bachelor’s Degree in the field of Engineering or Computer Science from an accredited university.

Four (4) or more years of engineering experience, with at least two (2) years focused on signal collection and signal processing systems.

Experience with software‑defined radios (SDRs) and their application in SIGINT systems.

Experience with MBSE (model‑based systems engineering).

Current DoD Top Secret security clearance.

Travel, Physical And/or Government Mandated Requirements

Ability to travel approximately 10% of the time for on‑site integration and customer meetings.

This range reflects base salary only and does not include benefits or bonus/incentive. Flexible Time Off (FTO), empowering employees to take the time they need to recharge and maintain a healthy work‑life balance.

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and their families, with a significant portion of premiums covered by the company and many benefits paid at 100% for employees.

Flexible, affordable gym memberships with 12,700+ options nationwide including 24 Hour Fitness, EoS Fitness, Crunch Fitness, Anytime Fitness, Blink Fitness, Chuze Fitness and more! No long‑term contracts and FREE on‑demand workout videos before you enroll.

401(k) retirement plan with a 50% company match on contributions up to 8%, supporting long‑term financial security.

Company wellness programs that support physical and mental well‑being.

Additional voluntary benefits and employee support resources.

Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

Government export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) (22 CFR Parts 120-130) and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) (15 CFR Parts 730-774), applicants for this position must be a U.Citizen, a lawful permanent resident of the U.S. security clearance.

Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran.

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