Antenna Systems Integration Engineer – RF/SATCOM | 60% Travel

ViaSat Inc.; Duluth (GA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

ViaSat Inc. is seeking a Systems Integration Engineer to join the Antenna Systems team in Duluth, GA. The role focuses on hands-on installation, integration, and testing of advanced remote sensing antenna systems and satellite terminals at customer sites and facilities.

You will lead on-site installations, connect RF and network interfaces, and work with BOMs/IDLs to ensure quality deployments while traveling extensively and supporting remote operations as needed.

Qualifications

• 2+ years in installation, integration, and commissioning of RF/antenna/satellite terminals.
• Experience with cabling, mechanical assembly and field setup.
• Able to read wiring diagrams and installation docs (AutoCAD or similar).
• Strong RF, network and control system integration skills.
• Willingness to travel 60%+ and U.S. citizenship with ability to obtain a security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Lead or assist on-site installation and mechanical assembly of large antenna systems.
• Integrate and connect system components including cabling, RF, and network interfaces.
• Reference IDL and BOM to support installation planning and logistics.
• Set up and operate specialized test equipment for antenna system validation.
• Participate in customer site visits as the on-site representative of Viasat.
• Support network setup and configuration to bring systems online.
• Prepare technical reports summarizing installation results and corrective actions.
• Refine installation procedures for future deployments.
• Provide remote support when not on-site.

Skills

RF systems

System integration

On-site troubleshooting

RF testing

Communication

Travel

Security clearance readiness

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

ViaSat Inc. is seeking a Systems Integration Engineer to join the Antenna Systems team in Duluth, GA. The role focuses on hands-on installation, integration, and testing of advanced remote sensing antenna systems and satellite terminals at customer sites and facilities.

You will lead on-site installations, connect RF and network interfaces, and work with BOMs/IDLs to ensure quality deployments while traveling extensively and supporting remote operations as needed.