Title:
Systems Engineer III
Segment:
Voyager - Defense & National Security
Location:
Folsom, CA
Job Type:
Full Time - Hybrid
Relocation Eligible: No
Company Description:
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.
Valley Tech Systems (VTS), a wholly owned subsidiary of Voyager Technologies, is an innovative engineering company that is leading the way in controllable solid propulsion and open architecture airborne intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) technologies. VTS’ innovative solutions address technology needs across the U.S. Government and commercial space industry. reentry systems, missile defense, commercial and DoD space launch systems, small launch vehicles, and payloads.At VTS our mission is to supply the most advanced and innovative solutions to complex problems found in the Department of Defense weapon systems.
We approach these problems using a “mission-focused”, “customer first” engineering approach. Working at VTS means you will be engaging with industry pioneers at a small company who all work collaboratively to make big things happen.
Position Description:
As a Systems Engineer III, you will be an integral member of our engineering team, developing our cutting-edge signals intelligence systems. You will implement, test, and document SIGINT software and hardware, contributing directly to the success of our national security missions. This role is a fantastic opportunity to grow your skills by working alongside industry experts on a collaborative team to solve challenging technical problems.
Responsibilities:
Technical Implementation & Analysis:
- Develop, document, and test components for SIGINT systems based on established architectures and designs.
- Contribute to modeling, simulation, integration, test, and analysis of signal processing algorithms.
- Support system integration and testing efforts both in our lab and at customer facilities.
- Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues in software and hardware components.
System Engineering & Documentation:
- Contribute to the development and management of system requirements within a Systems Engineering framework.
- Support technical trade studies by gathering data and performing analysis.
- Prepare technical documentation, including test plans, procedures, and design documents.
Team Collaboration:
- Work closely with senior engineers, software developers, and program managers to achieve project goals.
- Participate in design reviews and technical interchange meetings.
Requirements:
- Four (4) or more years of engineering experience, with at least two (2) years focused on signal collection and signal processing systems.
- Bachelor’s degree in the field of Engineering or Computer Science from an accredited university.
Technical Skills:
- Experience with software-defined radios (SDRs) and their application in SIGINT systems.
- Knowledge of wireless communications systems and protocols (e.g., AM, FM, BPSK, QPSK, QAM).
- Experience with modeling and simulation of signal processing algorithms.
- A strong understanding of electromagnetic fundamentals related to antennas and receiving systems.
Collaboration Skills:
- Proven ability to work independently on assigned tasks within a collaborative team environment.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- A strong desire to learn and solve problems.
Preferences:
- An active DoD SCI Security Clearance.
- A master’s degree in engineering or computer science.
- Understanding of and experience with SIGINT direction-finding systems.
- Experience with machine learning in embedded (or “edge”) environments.
- A track record of leading R&D efforts that have resulted in fielded capabilities, publications, or demonstrations.
- Experience with Model Based Systems Engineering.
- Experience with electromagnetic simulation applications such as HFSS or FEKO
Other:
- Ability to travel approximately 10% of the time for on-site integration and customer meetings.
Salary Range: $112,364.00 To $157,260 Annually
Application Deadline: July 31, 2025
Please click “Apply” to submit your application.Voyager offers a comprehensive, total compensation package, which includes competitive salary, a discretionary annual bonus plan, paid time off (PTO), a comprehensive health benefit package, retirement savings, wellness program, and various other benefits. When you join our team, you’re not just an employee; you become part of a dynamic community dedicated to innovation and excellence.To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S.
citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.Voyager is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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. Minority/Female/Disabled/VeteranThe statements contained in this job description are intended to describe the general content and requirements for performance of this job.
It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties, responsibilities, and requirements. This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter the scope of work within the framework of this job description at any time without prior notice.
112364.00 To 157260.00 (USD) Annually
