Field SATCOM Engineer - TS/SCI, 24/7 Ops, 30% Travel

ViaSat Inc.; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 98,000 - 155,000; Full time

Job summary

ViaSat Inc. is seeking a Senior Field Applications Engineer to support installation, operation, and maintenance of COTM SATCOM hubs and airborne terminals in the Tampa area.

You will troubleshoot RF, IP networking, and software issues while interfacing with military customers and coordinating with the project team. Role requires 5+ years in IP-based Military SATCOM, DoD 8570 IAT II or higher, and TS/SCI clearance or eligibility.

Qualifications

• 5+ years' experience with IP-based Military SATCOM systems.
• Ability to troubleshoot, document troubleshooting steps, and plan maintenance.
• Working knowledge of Ku/Ka-band RF equipment and related subsystems.
• Linux/Unix operating systems and server virtualization, IP networking basics.
• Ability to communicate complex topics to technical and non-technical audiences.
• Willingness to work a 24x7 schedule, including nights/weekends/holidays.
• Active DoD Top Secret/SCI clearance (or attainable within 6 months).
• Travel up to 30% CONUS and OCONUS.

Responsibilities

• Install, test, operate, monitor, maintain, troubleshoot satellite hubs and remote terminals.
• Provide daily customer-facing support and act as primary interface for local users.
• Brief stakeholders, manage tickets, document activities, and drive process improvements.

Skills

IP-based SATCOM

Troubleshooting

RF knowledge

Linux/Unix

IP networking

Communication

Shift work

DoD 8570 IAT II

Clearance: TS/SCI

Travel up to 30%

Education

Associate degree in telecommunications

CCNA certification

Tools

Servers/ virtualization

Job description

ViaSat Inc. is seeking a Senior Field Applications Engineer to support installation, operation, and maintenance of COTM SATCOM hubs and airborne terminals in the Tampa area.

You will troubleshoot RF, IP networking, and software issues while interfacing with military customers and coordinating with the project team. Role requires 5+ years in IP-based Military SATCOM, DoD 8570 IAT II or higher, and TS/SCI clearance or eligibility.