SPX Communication Technologies

SPX Communication Technologies

Systems Engineer

  • Fremont, CA, USA

For more than 45 years, TCI has been a market leader in the development of innovative, high-performance communications, spectrum monitoring and communications intelligence systems. TCI’s diverse experience delivers proven solutions for regulatory compliance, monitoring and security, and communications intelligence applications. With advanced spectrum mapping and analytics, data recording capabilities and precision geolocation technology, TCI systems provide vital data for government and military agencies in more than 100 countries worldwide.

Building the people that build the world.

With platforms in HVAC and Detection and Measurement, SPX Technologies builds innovative solutions that enable a safer, more efficient, sustainable world.  Through our RiSE talent development framework, we Reach, Identify, Strengthen, and Engage our employees to support them in their continued development.  We’re a global company of problem solvers, collaborators, and innovators, and our businesses build solutions that impact the world. 

As part of Detection and Measurement, TCI is a global leader in innovative spectrum monitoring and signals intelligence systems.  With solutions to ensure the efficient use of frequencies, long distance communications, monitoring and security communications intelligence applications, we improve communications and protect military forces and infrastructure around the world. 

About the Role

At TCI, a division of SPX Communication Technologies, we’re looking for a hands-on Systems Engineer to lead the integration and execution of advanced radio receiving systems used for monitoring, direction finding, and signal analysis.

This is more than a technical role—it’s a chance to shape mission-critical systems used by defense, intelligence, and regulatory agencies worldwide. You’ll work at the intersection of RF engineering, software integration, and real-world impact, helping governments and organizations master the spectrum.

What You’ll Do

  • Design & Integrate: Architect and configure end-to-end systems, including infrastructure, data networks, towers, and mobile platforms.
  • Document & Deliver: Create detailed engineering documentation—wiring diagrams, test procedures, BOMs, and manuals—ensuring traceability and change control.
  • Collaborate Cross-Functionally: Partner with Product Engineering, Manufacturing, Sales, and Marketing to define specs and deliverables.
  • Support Production: Improve manufacturability and support ongoing projects through lifecycle phases.
  • Drive Innovation: Evaluate new components, suppliers, and technologies to enhance system performance and reliability.
  • Customize Solutions: Tailor product modifications to meet unique customer requirements.
  • Champion Process Excellence: Identify opportunities for continuous improvement using Lean and 5S principles.

Why This Role is Exciting

  • Mission-Driven Innovation: We design and manufacture highly engineered Tactical Communication Intelligence systems, Counter Unmanned Aerial Systems (C-UAS), and Counter Remote Controlled Improvised Explosive Devices (C-RCIED) Inhibitors.
  • Global Security Impact: Our RF detection, measurement, and location capabilities support governments in frequency regulation and tactical data links for secure video and data distribution.
  • Unified Expertise: The combined strength of the TCI and ECS product lines enables us to address evolving threats within the RF spectrum with unmatched precision and agility.
  • Real-World Applications: From battlefield awareness to national spectrum management, our technologies are deployed where they matter most.

What You Bring

Required:

  • BSEE (MSEE preferred) with a focus on RF communication systems.
  • 5+ years of experience in system design, integration, and testing of radio systems (LF to SHF bands).
  • Strong background in system architecture, trade studies, and performance analysis.
  • Experience with PLM/ERP systems (Agile, Oracle), BOMs, and ETO processes.
  • Excellent communication and project coordination skills.
  • U.S. Citizenship or Permanent Residency required.
  • Preferred:
  • Knowledge of analog/RF design up to 60 GHz.
  • Experience with AutoCAD, SolidWorks, and MS Visio.
  • Familiarity with computer networking and Lean/5S methodologies.

We recognize that attracting the best talent is key to our strategy and success as a company. As a result, we aim for flexibility in structuring competitive compensation offers to ensure we are able to attract the best candidates. As required by law in this state, the quoted salary range for this position is $125,000 – $160,000 and represents our good faith estimate as to what our ideal candidates are likely to expect.   We tailor our offers within the range based on organizational needs, internal equity, market data, geographic zone, and the selected candidate’s experience, education, industry knowledge, location, technical and communication skills, and other factors that may prove relevant during the selection process.  At SPX, it is not common for individuals to be hired at the higher end of the range, and compensation decisions depend on a variety of factors.  This position is eligible to participate in a discretionary bonus, subject to the rules governing the plan.  SPX offers a variety of benefits, including health benefits, 401K retirement with a company match, and flexible time off.   More information about our benefits can be found on the “Rewards and Benefits” section of our career page.  

How we live our culture

Our culture is at the center of what we do and, more importantly, who we are.  Our core values set a standard for how we manage ourselves, and our Leadership Model sets the standard for how we engage with each other.  Whether you are an individual contributor or you lead a large team, each of us leads at SPX.  

What benefits do we offer?

We know that the well-being of our employees is integral. Our benefits include:

  • Competitive and performance-based compensation packages and bonus plans
  • Educational assistance, leadership development programs, and recognition programs  

Our commitment to embrace diversity to build a culture of inclusion at SPX

We value different backgrounds, experiences, and voices at SPX, and we are committed to challenging ourselves, openly communicating, and striving to improve every day.  We believe in creating an inclusive work environment where everyone has a voice and is encouraged to realize their fullest potential. 

Thank you for your interest in our company.

 

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About SPX

SPX is a diversified, global supplier of infrastructure equipment with scalable growth platforms in heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC), detection and measurement, and engineered solutions. With operations in 17 countries and approximately $1.4 billion in annual revenue, we offer a wide array of highly engineered products with strong brands.

SPX Total Rewards

At SPX , what’s in it for our employees transcends market-competitive compensation and benefits. Our Total Rewards program also includes opportunities for employees’ personal development, career growth, and recognition. These programs focus on alignment and assessment of organizational, team, and individual efforts toward achieving business results. Our development and career growth programs empower our employees to enhance their skills, develop new competencies, and pursue career goals. SPX benefits package provides choices designed to help employees manage their well-being. Our compensation programs are performance-based to recognize and reward employees who work hard, display the values and leadership practices we embrace, and deliver exceptional results.

Our Values

  • Integrity
  • Accountability
  • Excellence
  • Teamwork
  • Results

At SPX, our values are at the heart of everything we do. We use our values every day to help us make the right decisions. We embrace a common purpose and strive for improvement. We respect and value each other as individuals and recognize that only by working together, as a team, can we reach our full potential. We take responsibility for our actions, build strong relationships with each other and our customers, and always act ethically. Our values inspire us to achieve the high standards of quality, safety, and performance that our customers expect and deserve.

Working at SPX

Our work environment is established on a work-life philosophy supported by policies, programs, and practices that help employees achieve success within and outside the workplace. We believe in creating an inclusive work environment where employees strive to realize their fullest potential. We are an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer committed to making selection decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, gender identity, genetic information, age, disability, veteran status or any other legally protected basis.