Microspace Appoints New Vice President & General Manager

Raleigh, NC, April 29, 2021-- Microspace Communications, a  satellite services provider owned by Capitol Broadcasting Company, has appointed Cyrus Wilson as  Vice President and General Manager. Wilson brings more than 20 years of experience in satellite communications, operations and customer management, and defense business management.

In this role with Microspace, he will be responsible for all functions of the business, including sales, marketing, engineering, finance and administration. The appointment is effective May 17.

“I’m excited to have Cyrus join the CBC family and look forward to him leading us into the next chapter of Microspace’s evolution,” said Jimmy Goodmon, President and COO of Capitol Broadcasting.  “After several months of searching for the right person to lead the charge, I couldn’t be more confident that Cyrus Wilson is that leader,” he added.

Wilson joins Microspace from Cubic Corporation, where he led a support services division under their satellite communications business unit. Over a 10-year career at Cubic, Cyrus held key positions in program management, sales and marketing, and product sustainment. He was recognized by previous leadership for his operational effectiveness and ability to execute business strategies.

Prior to Cubic, he spent several years with DRS Technical Services Inc., supporting program development, systems integration and technical solutions delivery. Cyrus also held roles at CAS Inc., and Eagan, McAllister Inc. in network engineering, satellite services and systems analysis. Additionally, he served in the U.S. Army, where he specialized in providing secure data links and communication systems around the world.

Wilson holds a bachelor’s degree in Computer Information Systems from Campbell University and a master’s degree in Information Technology Management from Webster University.