Project EngineerViasat's Government Aviation Team is looking for a Project Engineer to help with the technical execution of our Government Aviation programs and captures. This will include completing the delivery of currently scoped developments as well as future functionality and enhancements to the existing Government Aviation programs, products, and services.This is a wide-ranging technical role that will require the successful candidate to participate and oversee activities including design, development, system integration, delivery, and support. Part of this role involves interactions with Viasat's partners, Government customers, internal stakeholders, and other third parties involving highly technical topics.The successful applicant must be self-motivated, capable of completing complex tasks with minimum supervision, and have the confidence and ability to promote improvements and introduce new technologies. This includes the courage to think creatively and communicate outside-the-box ideas effectively.The successful applicant will be driving projects that require integrated teams across Government and Industry partners, balancing stakeholder needs with the art of the possible. To that end, you may drive the product vision, incorporating market feedback to create a clear roadmap and product strategy.
These valuable skill sets open many career growth opportunities within Viasat system engineering, program management, and more. Sound interesting? Keep reading...What You'll NeedBachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related technical discipline10+ years experience with communication systemsSolid experience with networking (IP networking, routing, firewalls)Deep understanding of modern embedded Linux systems and containerization technologiesProven debugging and problem solving skillsExcellent written and verbal communications capabilitiesProven experience as a leader, especially with collaboration across multidisciplinary teams including internal groups, vendors, subcontractors, and partnersDeep understanding and experience with system engineering processes from requirements definition, to system verification test activitiesAbility to drive roadmap, strategy, and requirements management to achieve prioritiesUnderstanding or experience with MIL-STD requirements and test methodsU.S. Government position. U.S.
Citizenship requiredAbility to travel up to 50%What Will Help You On The JobExperience in delivering communications systems for aviation customersExpertise with commonly used communications and electrical test equipment (e.g. Oscilloscope, Spectrum Analyzer, Power Meter, traffic generator and others)Hands-on experience working with SATCOM terminals and communications solutionsExperience with Government standards and requirements, such as; WGS Certification requirements, MIL-STE-810, MIL-STD-461, MIL-STD-1275, DO-160, and RMFWillingness to obtain U.S. Secret ClearanceSalary Range$141,500.00 - $224,000.00 / 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 $176,000.00- $264,000.00/ 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.EEO StatementViasat 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.