Space Systems Engineer

About us

One team. Global challenges. Infinite opportunities. At Viasat, we're on a mission to deliver connections with the capacity to change the world. For more than 35 years, Viasat has helped shape how consumers, businesses, governments and militaries around the globe communicate. We're looking for people who think big, act fearlessly, and create an inclusive environment that drives positive impact to join our team.


What you'll do

As a Senior Systems Engineer, you will have an opportunity to apply innovative technologies and work closely with our customers to develop multi-function systems from concept to implementation supporting our nation's most critical defense programs.


The day-to-day

Responsibilities include:

• Subsystem, satellite and constellation design, development, integration planning, organization and leadership
• Perform mission and system design on missions from bid generation through launch and operations
• Prepare and lead the review of the technical responses to bids, presentation materials and reports
• Apply technical knowledge to determine and set technical objectives to analyze, investigate and resolve sophisticated engineering problems; including future applications, and engineering developments
• Resolution of hardware/software interface problems, the definition of input/output parameters, and integration of the entire system or subsystem
• Satellite system and subsystem test configuration and procedure development, review, and execution
• Collaborate closely with customer and supplier staff, government representatives, and other specialists

What you'll need

• 8+ years of space vehicle or payload design experience
• Bachelor's degree in Satellite Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field
• Experience architecting, designing, developing, and fielding satellites, payloads, communication subsystems, and TT&C data networks
• Deep familiarity with at least one spacecraft subsystem (e.g., communications, altitude determination and control, power, etc.)
• Understanding of model-based system engineering techniques
• Experience with requirements generation and management
• Understanding of space systems environments, design methodologies, mechanical design, and packaging
• The ability to lead trade studies and design innovative solutions to difficult technical problems
• Demonstrated ability to take a satellite systems design concept through the full systems engineering process culminating in successful operations in space
• Strong analytic/mathematics background with experience in system modeling, simulation, and analysis
• Experience with orbital analysis and spacecraft simulation using commercial products (STK, FreeFlyer) or custom-developed tools
• Experience planning and conducting mission operations for satellite missions
• System, Software, or Test Engineering background including design and implementation
• U.S. Citizenship Required
• Ability to obtain Secret Clearance
• Ability to travel up to 10%

What will help you on the job

• Masters in Electrical, Aerospace, Mechanical Engineering or related field
• Low Earth Orbit (LEO) operations experience
• Experience leading interdisciplinary teams including Business Development, Systems, Software, RF circuits, FPGA design, and others
• A strong technical background in RF systems (RADAR, EW, communications)
• Experience leading a spacecraft mission from concept through to on-orbit operations for multi-vehicle missions

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Salary range

$141,500.00 - $224,000.00 / 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 $176,000.00- $264,000.00/ 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 at careers.viasat.com/LifeAtViasat/Benefits.
EEO Statement

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, or veteran status or any other applicable legally protected status or characteristic. If you would like to request an accommodation on the basis of disability for completing this on-line application, please click here.