Viasat · 3 hours ago
Senior Space Systems Engineer, Viasat Government
Carlsbad, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$169K/yr - $267K/yr
12+ years expViasat is a company focused on delivering innovative communication solutions globally. They are seeking a Senior Space Systems Engineer to develop cutting-edge technologies for defense programs, working on multi-function systems from concept to implementation.
InternetOptical CommunicationTelecommunications
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Develop ground breaking technologies and work closely with customers to develop multi-function systems from concept to implementation that support critical defense programs
Algorithm development, modem development, laser communications, firmware development, integration, and implementation on hardware
Report into the Viasat Government organization while working closely and collaboratively with other Viasat team members to identify, pursue, capture, and execute high priority opportunities in support of strategic growth goals
Qualification
Required
12+ years' experience in Lasercom space payload design with ability to communicate associations of the design trade
3+ years experience with space based laser comms to include design, development, manufacturing, operations of lasercom payloads
Advanced waveform/modem architecture development
Proven experience working with interdisciplinary teams including Business Development, Systems, Software, RF circuits, FPGA design, and others
Validated experience in the development of trade studies
Proven customer engagement and subcontractor management experience
Strong analytic/mathematics background with experience in system modeling, simulation, and analysis
Proficiency using MATLAB
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 Secret Clearance
Ability to travel up to 10% domestic travel
Preferred
Understanding of model-based system engineering techniques
Proven ability to lead trade studies and architect innovative solutions to difficult technical problems
Verified experience with Optical communication systems
Master's degree or PhD in Electrical Engineering
Active DoD TS/SCI Clearance
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
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