System Integration Engineer - Viasat Government

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

Are you looking for a great opportunity working with the latest mobile broadband technology? Viasat is a global leader in mobile broadband satellite communication technology, products and services. We are vertically integrated with a diversified portfolio products, terminals and hubs, including: phased-array, parabolic and dual band mobility antennas; Antenna Control Units (ACU); multiple L-Band modems, HAIPE encryptors, complete terminal systems for fixed and rotary wing platforms; multiple hub/gateway systems and Network Management Systems. Your aptitude for diverse technologies and products is continually stretched with a variety of Viasat products. If you have a passion for working with new technologies, and are highly motivated to learn, we want you to join our team!

The day-to-day

As a Systems Integration Engineer, your primary responsibility is to guide successful transition of products through development to a fully released platform supported by the Viasat NOC. You will also facilitate the integration of new customers onto existing Viasat communications platforms. You are intimately involved in the specification, integration, test, demonstration, deployment, documentation and formal release of Government and Commercial mobile broadband SATCOM hubs and terminals. You work closely with project teams that may include software, hardware, network, mechanical, test and system engineers during all phases of product development, integration, test, deployment and implementation. You consistently add value to the design and release of new products through the application of both theoretical and practical knowledge to optimize the end-user experience, implementation, and product reliability/sustainability. In this highly diverse role the Project team, Service team and customers rely on your knowledge, versatility, and flexibility to own key responsibilities that position you to become an authority on the product and drive the transition into service. As a product SME, you are integral to the formal release process, development of documentation, training material and initial customer training. You'll collaborate with a broad spectrum of internal support organization to support the release process and resolution of issues.

What you'll need

• 4+ years' experience integrating, operating, maintaining, and testing RF communication systems
• Fundamental knowledge of satellite communications theory, RF transmission theory, electrical theory, Linux OS, and the OSI model
• Demonstrated experience working with IP/Networking devices, including configuration, application and troubleshooting of routers, switches, ASA/Firewalls, IP Encryptors and IP networks
• Experience creating test plans, test procedures, and test reports
• Experience working in multi-discipline engineering teams such as software development, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, network engineering, operations, production test, and technical publications
• Strong communication skills both written and verbal, and ability to tailor communication s to internal stakeholders as well as customers
• Proven strategic, critical, and analytical problem-solving skills
• Associates degree in a technical field or equivalent experience
• US Government position. ship required
• Active DoD Secret Clearance or ability to obtain when administratively feasible
• Up to 25% to domestic and international travel - potential for locations with Travel Warnings as defined by US State Department

What will help you on the job

• COMPTIA Linux+ Certified
• Experience with airborne ISR platforms and mobile broadband communications.
• Basic knowledge of Python and scripting
• Military background
• Cisco CCENT or CCNA
• Active Secret Clearance or have held one in the past two years.

Salary range

$120,500.00 - $190,000.00 / 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 $149,500.00- $224,500.00/ 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
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.