Senior RF Space Systems Engineer

Viasat, Inc. • Tempe, AZ

2h

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 a unique opportunity to develop cutting-edge technologies and work closely with our customers to develop multi-function systems from concept to implementation that support our nation's most critical defense programs. This includes requirements development, architecture design, integration, and implementation of hardware.
In this exciting and multifaceted role, you'll work 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

• 12+ years’ experience as a Space Systems Engineer
• Proven experience working with interdisciplinary teams including Business Development, Systems, Software, RF circuits and FPGA design
• 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
• Proven ability to engage with Government customers in developing 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 technical discipline
• U.S. Government Position. U.S. Citizenship Required.
• Active DoD TS SCI Clearance or ability to obtain clearance when administratively feasible
• Ability to travel up to 10% domestic travel

Nice To Haves

• Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or related technical discipline
• Active DoD TS/SCI Clearance
• 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior