GNSS Systems Engineer

CMC Electronics has built a worldwide reputation for delivering cutting-edge avionics and cockpit integration solutions. From design and manufacturing to long-term support, we power commercial and military aviation with technology that sets the standard for performance, reliability, and innovation.

With major hubs in Montreal, Ottawa, Chicago, and our newest location in Reston, CMC partners with leading aerospace companies, airlines, and government agencies around the globe.

Now, we’re building something new.

our Reston site, we’re assembling a team of forward-thinking engineers and technologists ready to push boundaries. This is your chance to help pioneer the use of emerging tools and techniques—while upholding the uncompromising reliability aerospace demands.

If you’re driven to innovate, move fast, and make an impact on next-generation avionics, you’ll fit right in.

This is a fully onsite position in our Reston, VA office location. To conform to U.S. export control regulations, applicant should be eligible for any required authorization from the U.S. Government.

Why Join Our Team?

As a System Designer, you’ll play a key role in developing next-generation Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) receivers—from concept through deployment. Working within the GNSS engineering team, you’ll help deliver high-performance system and software solutions while applying rigorous avionics standards and advancing innovative GNSS technologies.

Key Responsibilities:

• Contribute to the design and development of advanced GNSS solutions aligned with industry standards
• Design systems that meet or exceed performance requirements
• Support all phases of development, including design reviews
• Solve complex technical challenges across new and existing technologies
• Collaborate with project management to align plans, schedules, and program goals
• Define system requirements, including physical and logical interfaces
• Work with customers to design cockpit displays and control functions
• Support program-level change management activities
• Engage with customers to understand needs and propose effective solutions
• Contribute to system development, integration, and validation

What You Bring (Required Qualifications):

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Aerospace Engineering (or equivalent)
• 5+ years of experience in GNSS development
• Strong knowledge of GNSS/GPS receiver theory, design, and applications
• Excellent communication skills for both technical and non-technical audiences
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and design capabilities
• Solid mathematical foundation
• Experience with high-speed signal acquisition and analysis (FPGA, ASIC)
• Experience collaborating with hardware (AEH) and software teams

What Sets You Apart (Preferred Qualifications):

• Familiarity with requirements management tools (e.g., DOORS)
• Knowledge of DO-178 certification processes
• Understanding of GNSS performance standards (DO-229, DO-253, DO-401)
• Experience with simulation tools (e.g., MATLAB, Simulink)
• Knowledge of communication protocols (RS-232, RS-422, ARINC 429, Ethernet)
• Experience in avionics development

What we offer:

• Fast paced environment with significant autonomy
• Startup work environment in a well-established organization
• 401KMatch Program
• BCBS Medical, HSA with Company contribution, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability Insurance
• PTO Plan

At CMC, we pride ourselves on delivering a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage and retain the top talent. Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and providing eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs. The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors.

Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

Summary pay range: Level III: $100,000 - $135,000; Level IV: $125,000 - $170,000

Equal Employment Opportunity

CMC Electronics is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. CMC Electronics is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job related reasons regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by law ("Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran/VEVRAA Federal Contractor”).