Systems Engineer

Viasat, Inc.

Carlsbad, California

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$95,000–$149,500 Per Year
SKILLS
AS 9100, Agile Programming Methodologies, Analysis Skills, Assembly Drawings, Atlassian JIRA, Best Practices, Bill of Materials (BOM), Communication Skills, Configuration Management, Continuous Deployment/Delivery, Continuous Integration, Design Verification, Documentation, Electrical Wiring, Electricity, HFSS (High Frequency Structure Simulator), Hardware Development, Integration Testing, Interpersonal Skills, Logic Analyzer, Maintain Compliance, Manufacturing, Manufacturing Operations, Manufacturing/Production Testing, Mechanical Assembly, Mechanical Engineering, Microsoft SharePoint, Military, Multitasking, Network Performance/Analysis, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Process Validation, Product Development, Product Lifecycle, Product Lifecycle Management, Production Systems, Project/Program Management, Prototyping, Quality Assurance Methodology, Radio Frequency, Requirements Derivation, Requirements Management, Requirements Validation/Verification, Schematics, Security Clearance, Software Development, Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC), Software Engineering, Software Testing, SolidWorks, Spectrum Analyzers, Standards Development, System Lifecycle, System Test, Systems Engineering, Test Design, Test Equipment, Test Plan/Schedule, Testing, Trade Studies, Trade-Off Analysis, United States Citizen, Willing to Travel, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Carlsbad, California
POSTED
30+ days ago
About us:

One team. Global challenges. Infinite opportunities. At Viasat, we’re on a mission to deliver connections with the capacity to change the world. For more than 35 years, Viasat has helped shape how consumers, businesses, governments and militaries around the globe communicate. We’re looking for people who think big, act fearlessly, and create an inclusive environment that drives positive impact to join our team.

What you'll do:

We are looking for a Systems Engineer to join our Operations team! As a Systems Engineer, you will play a pivotal role, recognized for approachability and serving as a key point of contact. This position entails actively contributing to the development of hardware and software test solutions. You will be a part of a group who is responsible for developing diverse hardware and software solutions to test and troubleshoot our esteemed commercial, military, and space products.

The day-to-day:
  • Contribute to program responsibilities, including proposal efforts (LOE and ROM), requirements definition, conceptual design, Trade studies, detailed design and drawings, prototype build, integration, and testing.
  • Participate in the software and hardware development of Standard Test Equipment (STE) for complex systems, ensuring adherence to best practices in requirements analysis, design, development, testing, deployment, and maintenance.
  • Collaborate closely with teams of all aspects of product development and manufacturing including Operations, Quality, Design and Manufacturing to enhance our testing capabilities for new products and refine existing test devices and methodologies.
  • Work autonomously and collaboratively within a dynamic, fast-paced environment, where quick turnarounds are essential to team success.
  • Documentation responsibilities encompass managing requirements using Jama, ability to review electrical wiring diagrams, PWA schematics, mechanical assembly drawings, and, Bills of Materials (BOMs).
  • Conduct peer reviews of electrical and mechanical (EE and ME) and software documentation.
  • Be familiar with product lifecycle management (PLM) software suites, product lifecycle stages, and review and release processes.
What you'll need:
  • BA/BS in an engineering discipline or equivalent experience.
  • 5+ years of experience in designing complex production test systems compromised of electrical, mechanical and software components.
  • Proven expertise in system design, including gathering and deriving system requirements, verification and process validation.
  • Demonstrated ability to conceptualize, design, implement, and test complex RF, software, electrical, and mechanical systems.
  • Proven track record of coordinating interdisciplinary technical teams across multiple projects, performing analysis, making trade-off decisions, and utilizing formal project management techniques.
  • Strong fundamentals in Electrical, Mechanical, and Software Engineering.
  • Working knowledge of Test Equipment, including but not limited to O-Scopes, Spectrum Analyzers, Network Analyzers, Logic Analyzers, and Signal Generators.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including exceptional design review presentation skills.
  • Ability to work autonomously with minimal instruction, balanced with the ability to seek assistance when needed.
  • Strong interpersonal skills.
  • US citizenship required.
  • Up to 10% travel is required.
  • Must be able to work out of the Carlsbad, CA office or Tempe, AZ office.
What will help you on the job:
  • Should be familiar with INCOSE processes and standards for system development and system lifecycle
    Executing AS9100 compliant product development processes.
  • MS in an engineering discipline.
  • Experience in System Testing and Production Testing at various volume levels.
  • Experience in SW Development lifecycle including use of CI/CD and SW repositories.
  • Experience with RF Chain Analysis to verify design margins.
    Proficiency in Solidworks Electrical, Agile (Configuration Management Database), SharePoint, Solidworks 3D, DxDesigner, JIRA, JAMA, ADS, HFSS or equivalent tools.
  • Experience designing Test Fixture and Interface Test Adapter (ITA) designs that meet performance, cost, and manufacturability goals.
  • Security Clearance 

#LI-BBS 

Salary range: $95,000.00 - $149,500.00 / annually. For specific work locations within San Jose, the San Francisco Bay area and New York City metropolitan area, the base pay range for this role is $117,500.00- $176,500.00/ annually  : At Viasat, we consider many factors when it comes to compensation, including the scope of the position as well as your background and experience. Base pay may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Additional cash or stock incentives may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to a range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the position offered. Learn more about Viasat’s comprehensive benefit offerings that are focused on your holistic health and wellness at https://careers.viasat.com/benefits. EEO statement:

Viasat is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, seeking to create a welcoming and diverse environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, genetics, age, or veteran status or any other applicable legally protected status or characteristic. If you would like to request an accommodation on the basis of disability for completing this on-line application, please click

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About the Company

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Viasat, Inc.

Digital Communication Products for Commercial and Government Markets

ViaSat produces innovative satellite and other digital communication products that enable fast, secure, and efficient communications to any location. We bring today’s new communication applications to people out of reach of terrestrial networks, in both the commercial and government sectors, with a variety of networking products and services.

Here you’ll find a company that is always asking,” What’s next?”, with the vertically integrated set of technologies to push the limits of what is possible for your system and service performance.

Products:

  • Satellite networks for fixed-site and mobile communications
  • Satellite antenna systems
  • Wireless datalinks and terminals for combat situational awareness
  • Cybersecurity and Information Assurance for military networking and encrypted data storage
  • Mobile IP networking for soldiers
  • Communication microprocessor chipsets
  • Application and communication acceleration
  • Satellite network and RF system design
  • Communication simulation and training systems

Services:

  • Global mobile satellite services for government and commercial aircraft, vehicles, and seagoing vessels
  • Satellite Internet access and other broadband services for consumers, business, and government customers in the U.S.
Recognized for Innovation, Growth, and Stability

With these past awards, ViaSat is well known as a successful, innovative, high-growth company:

  • World Technology Network - 2013 Winner, Communications Technology Award for high-capacity satellite system
  • Arthur C. Clarke Foundation - Innovator Award, CEO Mark Dankberg
  • Edison Awards 2013 - Bronze award for communications innovation
  • Popular Science 2012 "Best of What's New" for Exede Internet and high-capacity satellite system
  • Satellite Research and Markets - 2012 Visionary Executive of the Year
  • Society of Satellite Professionals International (SSPI) - 2012 Industry Innovator
  • TechAmerica - 2011 American Technology Award in the Telecommunications
  • Space News "Top 50 Space Companies"
  • San Diego Magazine "Made In San Diego: 11 Cool Companies"
  • Mark Dankberg American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics (AIAA) "2008 Aerospace International Communications Award"
  • Hannover Fairs ISCe2004 Satellite Industry Award for Innovation and Technology
  • Mark Dankberg Via Satellite “2003 Satellite Executive of the Year”
  • Defense Systems "Super 75"
  • DefenseNews "Top 100 Defense Contractors"
  • DefenseNews "Fast Track 50"
  • Washington Technology "Top 100 Federal Prime Contractors"
  • Three-time INC. 500 prior to going public in 1996


Surpassing 2,900 Employees and $1 Billion in Sales

The company employs over 2,900 professional and support personnel. The largest department is engineering, with many holding graduate degrees in electrical engineering or computer science. Annual revenues hit a record $1.1 billion during the most recently completed fiscal year (ended March 29, 2013).

History

ViaSat is part of the well-known Linkabit Corporation “family-tree” that spawned hundreds of San Diego area telecom startups, including Qualcomm, General Instruments, and Titan. Founded in 1986 by three former M/A-Com Linkabit employees, ViaSat is publicly traded on the Nasdaq Stock Market under the symbol VSAT. Go to the History, Timeline or Industry Innovation & Firsts pages for more details.

To find out more about ViaSat, use the links on this page to explore our Web site.
Note: ViaSat Inc. is a separate company from and is not affiliated with Viasat Broadcasting, owned by Modern Times Group, Sweden.



COMPANY SIZE
2,500 to 4,999 employees
INDUSTRY
Telecommunications Services
FOUNDED
1986
WEBSITE
http://www.viasat.com/company/about/about-viasat