Senior Systems Engineer, 5G NTN & Space Networks

ViaSat Inc.; London Borough of Islington; On-site; GBP 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

ViaSat Inc. in London is seeking a Senior Systems Engineer to join the Access Networks team.

You will lead the design, integration and deployment of next-generation satellite ground segment solutions and 5G NTN capabilities across missions, ensuring robust interfaces with current and future satellite fleets. The role requires strong systems engineering expertise, cross-functional collaboration with engineering and operations, and the ability to travel for integration activities.

Qualifications

• First degree or equivalent in an engineering-related field.
• Detailed knowledge of Radio Access Network, Satellite propagation models, Modulation and Coding, Mobile satellite and VSAT systems.
• Strong systems engineering capability and cross-functional collaboration.

Responsibilities

• System requirement analysis, design and development with ownership of AN subsystems.
• Lead deployment of Access Network subsystems.
• Develop Access Network feature specifications for satellite fleet optimization.
• Support integration, testing and handover to operations.
• Create and maintain technical documentation.

Education

First Degree or equivalent in Electronic Engineering, Satellite Communications, Telecommunications, Computing Science or related technical discipline

Tools

Inmarsat GX/BGAN satellite system design and protocols

Job description

ViaSat Inc. in London is seeking a Senior Systems Engineer to join the Access Networks team.

You will lead the design, integration and deployment of next-generation satellite ground segment solutions and 5G NTN capabilities across missions, ensuring robust interfaces with current and future satellite fleets. The role requires strong systems engineering expertise, cross-functional collaboration with engineering and operations, and the ability to travel for integration activities.