Senior RF Space Systems Engineer

KF•Tempe, AZ

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Strategic Space Systems (S3) team at Viasat in Tempe, Arizona is responsible for development of full lifecycle space programs with varying scope, from chip scale to full-on space missions. Our programs provide key capabilities for the US government as well as commercial end-users. Programs in the business area are far-reaching and impactful - enabling the US and the world in commercial and defense applications like resilient space communications and networking, remote sensing, and much more. The S3 team is primarily composed of a small group of highly skilled cross-domain engineers who take on challenging problems daily. This position provides an outstanding opportunity to develop innovative technologies. You will work closely with our customers to build multi-function systems from concept to implementation that advance our nation’s most critical defense programs. This includes requirements development, architecture design, integration, and implementation of hardware. In this exciting and dynamic role, you will report into the S3 organization while working closely and collaboratively with other Viasat stakeholders to identify, pursue, capture, and execute high priority opportunities that support our strategic growth goals. This position is based in Tempe, AZ.

Requirements

8+ years’ Systems Engineering experience with a Master’s degree; 12+ years’ experience with a Bachelor’s degree
Experience working with interdisciplinary teams including Business Development, Systems, Software, RF circuits, FPGA design, and others
Experience in payload and electronics design for space applications with an understanding of reliability and EMI/EMC requirements for space based systems
Strong analytic/mathematics background with experience in system modeling, simulation, and analysis including power and communication link budgets
Strong understanding of systems engineering analysis including requirements definition and flow down, interface definitions, system test design and execution, and risk identification, tracking, and burn-down
Proficiency using RF and systems design engineering tools including MATLAB, ADS, HFSS, and Genesys
Experience working with Government customers to develop system level requirements and solutions
Strong system, software, or test background including design and implementation
Strong technical leadership
Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline.
U.S. Citizenship Required.
Active DoD TS SCI Clearance or ability/willingness to obtain clearance when administratively feasible

Nice To Haves

Ph.D or Masters preferred.
Understanding of model-based system engineering techniques including proficiency using MBSE software such as Cameo
Experience with satellite missions operations including launch, in-orbit testing, and anomaly resolution
Experience with key mission design and analysis tools such as STK
Experience taking a product from concept phase through prototyping, launch, and operation
Demonstrated leadership of space systems engineering teams

Responsibilities

Requirements development, architecture design, integration, and implementation of hardware.
Work closely with customers to build multi-function systems from concept to implementation.
Identify, pursue, capture, and execute high priority opportunities that support strategic growth goals.
Lead trade studies and architect innovative solutions to difficult technical problems.