Payload Engineer

JOB DESCRIPTION Insight Global is seeking a Digital Payload Systems Engineer to support the design, integration, verification, and operational sustainment of next-generation satellite communication and Earth observation systems. This individual will lead digital payload development efforts and serve as a key technical interface between customers, engineering teams, and program stakeholders. REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE - Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Physics, or related field. - 8+ years of satellite systems engineering experience. - Experience with digital payload design and integration for LEO and/or MEO satellite missions. - Strong knowledge of digital communications, SDR, DSP, and satellite networking systems. - Experience with systems engineering, requirements management, verification, and integration activities. - Hands-on troubleshooting and system-level testing experience. - Experience working directly with customers and technical stakeholders. - Proficiency with Jira and Confluence. NICE TO HAVE SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE - Experience with phased array antennas or next-generation satellite communications. - Technical leadership or mentoring experience. - French language skills. Compensation: $48/hr to $54/hr Exact compensation may vary based on several factors, including skills, experience, and education. Benefit packages for this role will start on the 31st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as short-term and long-term disability, life insurance and AD&D. Employees will also have access to a registered retirement savings account with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law. We may use artificial intelligence tools to assist with the screening, assessment, or selection of potential applicants for this position. Vacancy: This posting is for a currently vacant role, and the successful candidate will be hired into an existing open position.

Lead the design, integration, verification, and operational sustainment of next-generation satellite communication and Earth observation systems. Serve as the primary technical interface between customers, engineering teams, and program stakeholders.

Requires a Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Aerospace Engineering and over 8 years of experience in satellite systems engineering. Must have expertise in digital payload design for LEO/MEO missions and proficiency with tools like Jira and Confluence.

• Medical Insurance • Dental Insurance • Vision Insurance • Short-term Disability • Long-term Disability • Life Insurance • AD&D Insurance • Retirement Savings Account With Employer Matching • Sick Leave • Paid Time Off

• JiraPreferred

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• Digital Payload Design
• Satellite Systems Engineering
• SDR
• DSP
• Satellite Networking
• Requirements Management
• System Integration
• Verification
• Troubleshooting
• System-level Testing
• Jira
• Confluence
• Phased Array Antennas
• Technical Leadership
• Digital Communications

• Engineering
• Science & Research
• Technology
• Consulting

Minimum education

Bachelor’s degree

Minimum experience

5+ years

Apply by

Sep 17, 2026

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week

Seniority

Not Applicable

Application method

Direct apply is available