System Integration Engineer - Viasat Government

Viasat, Inc.•Carlsbad, CA

16h

About The Position

Viasat is a global leader in mobile broadband satellite communication technology, products and services, with over 35 years of experience. The company is vertically integrated with a diversified portfolio of products, terminals, and hubs, including phased-array, parabolic and dual band mobility antennas, Antenna Control Units (ACU), L-Band modems, HAIPE encryptors, complete terminal systems for fixed and rotary wing platforms, multiple hub/gateway systems, and Network Management Systems. Viasat is looking for individuals passionate about new technologies and eager to learn. As a Systems Integration Engineer, the primary responsibility is to guide the successful transition of products from development to a fully released platform supported by the Viasat NOC. This role also involves facilitating the integration of new customers onto existing Viasat communications platforms. The engineer will be intimately involved in the specification, integration, test, demonstration, deployment, documentation, and formal release of Government and Commercial mobile broadband SATCOM hubs and terminals. The role requires close collaboration with project teams, including software, hardware, network, mechanical, test, and system engineers, throughout all phases of product development, integration, test, deployment, and implementation. The engineer is expected to add value to the design and release of new products by applying theoretical and practical knowledge to optimize end-user experience, implementation, and product reliability/sustainability. This highly diverse role positions the engineer as a product Subject Matter Expert (SME), integral to the formal release process, development of documentation, training material, and initial customer training. Collaboration with a broad spectrum of internal support organizations is also required for the release process and issue resolution.

Requirements

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. US Citizenship 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

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Guide successful transition of products through development to a fully released platform supported by the Viasat NOC
Facilitate the integration of new customers onto existing Viasat communications platforms
Be intimately involved in the specification, integration, test, demonstration, deployment, documentation and formal release of Government and Commercial mobile broadband SATCOM hubs and terminals
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
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
Own key responsibilities that position you to become an authority on the product and drive the transition into service
Be integral to the formal release process, development of documentation, training material and initial customer training
Collaborate with a broad spectrum of internal support organization to support the release process and resolution of issues

Benefits

Additional cash or stock incentives may be provided as part of the compensation package
A range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the position offered
Comprehensive benefit offerings focused on your holistic health and wellness

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