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Systems Engineer

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.


Responsibilities


As a System Engineer, you will function as part of a team of experienced individuals as they design and develop Viasat’s Remote Sensing Antenna Systems and Satellite Communications Terminals. You will prepare test plans and procedures and conduct acceptance tests of RF or positioner systems. You would also prepare technical reports summarizing findings and recommend solutions to technical problems. The candidate will advise the selection and set-up of specialized test equipment to include BER, Group Delay, G/T, or Servo response testing. Your daily tasks could include the design and documentation of cabling interfaces between and within major assemblies on antenna systems along with the selection of components included in them. A strong mechanical background and experience with mechanical assembly is a plus, as you may also assist in the assembly of the mechanical structure of the antenna systems at Viasat and in the field. You will be encouraged to actively maintain strong customer relationships as the face of Viasat on-sites.

Requirements


  • Bachelor’s degree or higher in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field
  • Class work or experience in the design and/or assembly of RF systems, AC/DC circuits, Servo motor controls, and base-band equipment
  • Proven ability to analyze requirements, develop test plans/procedures, and document test results is required.
  • Excellent communications skills (written and oral)
  • Ability to work independently and decipher sophisticated problems in remote locations with minimal assistance
  • Familiar with AutoCAD/AutoCAD LT, or similar CAD package for the creation of wiring diagrams and schematics
  • Experience in the operation of some of the following equipment: Multi-meter, Oscilloscope, Spectrum Analyzer, Signal Generator, and Network Analyzer.

Preferences


  • Previous programming experience with Java, Python, or C/C++
  • Previous experience or exposure to real-time computing Linux
  • Class work or experience in satellite communications
  • Previous experience with Remote Sensing, Earth Observation, or other military or commercial systems

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