Custom Microwave, Inc.
Yvan Cote is a highly experienced engineer specializing in mechanical design and systems engineering, with a strong background in the aerospace and telecommunications industries. Currently serving as a Staff Engineer at Custom Microwave, Inc. since May 2022, Yvan previously held senior roles at Lockheed Martin as a Mechanical Engineer Senior Staff, leading antenna mechanical efforts for several satellite programs. Other significant positions include Liaison Manager at MDA, Satellite Senior Mechanical Systems Engineer, and various leadership roles at Space Systems Loral. Yvan has also contributed to projects at ONI Systems, Nortel Networks, and Spar Aerospace, focusing on innovative design and project management. Yvan holds a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering from Université de Sherbrooke and additional qualifications in Manufacturing Engineering Technology and Marine Engineering.
Custom Microwave, Inc.
CMI was founded in 1965 for the purpose of manufacturing complex high precision microwave, millimeterwave and sub-millimeterwave passive components and assemblies for ground and space use. It has since grown to provide full services for the design, analysis, and test of space-qualified antenna feeds and components. CMI is well-recognized throughout the industry for its high product quality and innovative design and manufacturing techniques. CMI’s 55,000 sq. ft facility houses all necessary personnel and equipment. In-house capabilities include RF CAD design, mechanical/thermal design, manufacturing engineering, CNC mills, CNC lathes, wire EDMs, CNC CMM, electroforming, plating, painting, and environmental testing. CMI's quality system is certified to conform with the ISO9001:2000/AS9100 standards. CMI is an approved vendor for most aerospace companies including Lockheed Martin, Space Systems Loral, Orbital Sciences Corp., Boeing Satellite Systems, Northrop Grumman, Raytheon, Harris, NASA/JPL/GSFC, and Ball Aerospace.