Senior Space Systems Engineer, Viasat Government

Overview

About us content has been reformatted from the original job description to meet the required structure. Viasat is seeking to deliver connections with the capacity to change the world and is looking for people who think big, act fearlessly, and foster inclusion.

Viasat has an immediate opening for a Senior Communication Systems Engineer to join our team and continue building on our 30-year legacy in end-to-end space, tactical, and enterprise network communications systems for space, air, and terrestrial platforms.

This position provides an opportunity to develop ground-breaking technologies and collaborate with customers to develop multi-function systems from concept to implementation that support critical defense programs. This includes algorithm development, modem development, laser communications, firmware development, integration, and implementation on hardware.

In this role, you will report into the Global Space Networks organization and work closely with other Viasat team members to identify, pursue, capture, and execute high-priority opportunities in support of strategic growth goals.

• 12+ years’ experience in Lasercom space payload design with ability to communicate associations of the design trade
• 3+ years experience with space based laser comms to include design, development, manufacturing, operations of lasercom payloads
• Advanced waveform/modem architecture development
• Proven experience working with interdisciplinary teams including Business Development, Systems, Software, RF circuits, FPGA design, and others
• Validated experience in the development of trade studies
• Proven customer engagement and subcontractor management experience
• Strong analytic/mathematics background with experience in system modeling, simulation, and analysis
• Proficiency using MATLAB
• Strong system, software, or test background including design and implementation
• Strong technical leadership
• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related technical discipline
• U.S. Government Position. U.S. Citizenship Required
• Active DoD Secret Clearance
• Ability to travel up to 10% domestic travel

This role can be based in Carlsbad, CA, Tempe, AZ, Cleveland, OH or Marlborough, MA

• Understanding of model-based system engineering techniques
• Proven ability to lead trade studies and architect innovative solutions to difficult technical problems
• Verified experience with Optical communication systems
• Master’s degree or PhD in Electrical Engineering
• Active DoD TS/SCI Clearance

$ - $ / annually. For specific work locations within San Jose, the San Francisco Bay area and New York City metropolitan area, the base pay range for this role is $- $/ annually

At Viasat, we consider many factors when it comes to compensation, including the scope of the position as well as your background and experience. Base pay may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Additional cash or stock incentives may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to a range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the position offered.

Learn more about Viasat’s comprehensive benefit offerings that are focused on your holistic health and wellness.

Viasat is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, seeking to create a welcoming and diverse environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, genetics, age, veteran status or any other applicable legally protected status or characteristic.

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