Sr. Communications Systems Engineer

Company: Viasat, Inc.
Location: Tempe
Posted on: February 25, 2021

Job Description:

US - AZ - Tempe, US - CA - Carlsbad Ref #7577 15-Oct-2020 Bigger challenges. Bolder ideas. Global impact. At Viasat, we're on a mission to deliver connections with the capacity to change the world. We're the company behind the world's fastest satellite internet service, with technology that's helping to bridge the digital divide and improve life for our customers around the globe. By providing powerful new ways for people to connect with one another, gain greater access to education, entertainment, medical research, commerce, and much more, our team is empowering millions of customers worldwide. We're looking for passionate, innovative professionals to join our team and connect the world to more. You'll work in a collaborative and inclusive environment that values diverse perspectives and continuous learning, and provides industry-leading benefits with unmatched opportunities for career growth. Our team is fearless in pursuit of new ideas and uncompromising in our quest to become the world's first truly global Internet Service Provider. Interested in joining our mission? Take a look at career opportunities at Viasat today. Job Responsibilities Viasat has an immediate opening for a Senior Communication Systems Engineer to join our team and help us continue to build on our successful 30-year legacy in end-to-end space, tactical, and enterprise network communications systems for our nation's space, air, and terrestrial platforms. 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 algorithm development, embedded software development, firmware development, integration, and implementation on hardware In this exciting and dynamic role, you will report into the Government Systems business Segment while working closely and collaboratively with other Viasat stakeholders to identify, pursue, capture, and execute high priority opportunities that support our strategic growth goals. This position can be based in either Carlsbad, CA or Tempe, AZ Requirements

• 8+ years' Communications or Radar Systems design experience with a Master's degree; 12+ years' experience with a Bachelor's degree
• Experience working with interdisciplinary teams including Business Development, Systems, Software, RF circuits, FPGA design, and others
• Strong analytic/mathematics background with experience in system modeling, simulation, and analysis
• Proficiency using MATLAB, SimuLink and MathWorks
• Strong system, software, or test background including design and implementation
• Strong technical leadership
• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline
• Active DoD Secret Clearance or ability/willingness to obtain clearance when administratively feasible
• Ability to travel up to 10% domestic travel Preferences
  • Understanding of model-based system engineering techniques
  • The ability to lead trade studies and architect innovative solutions to difficult technical problems
  • Proficient in developing, implementing and testing embedded SW
  • Experience developing firmware (Verilog or VHDL)
  • Working knowledge of modern FPGA architectures
  • Experience with version control software (Git)
  • Experience working with lab test equipment
  • Experience with script development
  • Willing to obtain a DoD TS SCI clearance (or held one in the last 2 years) To learn more about this site and other office locations, please click--here ! Additional Requirements and information BA/BS Years of experience: 8-15 years Travel: Up to 10% Clearance: Must be able to obtain a United States Secret Clearance 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 here .

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