Viasat · 9 hours ago
Project Engineer
Carlsbad, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$92K/yr - $158K/yr
5+ years expViasat is a company on a mission to deliver connections that can change the world. They are seeking a Project Engineer to assist with Network Control Station builds, providing architecture and design guidance while performing testing of systems and components.
InternetOptical CommunicationTelecommunications
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Supervise preparation of: Test Plans, Procedures, and needs to guide the efforts using company and industry standards
Supervise test system deployment from hardware/software integration, to use in design verification, to Full Operational Capability (FOC)
Responsible for the design, development, production, test, and sustaining of complex systems or products
Lead multi-functional teams (Systems, Software, Hardware, Firmware, Mechanical, Security, Quality and Operations) to evaluate the design
Technically support proposals, whitepapers, and customer support
Lead the development, testing, system performance, environmental and system troubleshooting
Planning the development activities, technical design and reviews
Define security, performance, product requirements and work with validation lab supporting engineering validation/verification product testing
Execution of objectives including schedule, milestones, and technical performance
Qualification
Required
5+ years' experience in a technical Satellite Communication (SATCOM) systems environment
Demonstrated technical SATCOM leadership experience
Solid experience with networking (IP networking, routing, firewalls)
Excellent problem‑solving and debugging skills, clear and effective communication, and a track record of collaborating across diverse technical and organizational teams, including internal stakeholders, vendors, subcontractors, and partners
Ability to drive roadmap, strategy, and requirements management to achieve priorities
Understanding or experience with MIL-STD requirements and test methods
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Mathematics, Computer Science or equivalent experience
U.S. Citizenship required
Active DoD Secret Clearance or ability to obtain when administratively feasible
Ability to travel up to 25% both CONUS or OCONUS
Preferred
Active DoD Secret Clearance
Expertise with commonly used communications test equipment
Hands on experience working with SATCOM terminals and communications solutions
Experience with Government standards and requirements, such as; WGS Certification requirements, MIL-STE-810, MIL-STD-461, MIL-STD-1275, DO-160, and RMF
Excellent written and verbal communication skills at a technical and business user level
Benefits
Additional cash or stock incentives may be provided as part of the compensation package
A range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits
Company
Viasat
Viasat is a global communications company that offers satellite services.
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$3.16BKey Investors
UK Space AgencyNASA
2025-11-21Grant· $1.15M
2024-09-09Post Ipo Debt· $1.98B
2023-09-13Post Ipo Debt· $733.4M
Leadership Team
Andy Lincoln
Chief Engineer
Don Buchman
President Aviation
Recent News
2026-01-22
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