Project Engineer - Government Aviation

Viasat; Carlsbad (CA); On-site; USD 141,500 - 224,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Cash or stock incentives

Job summary

Viasat in Carlsbad, California, is hiring a Project Engineer for the Government Aviation Team. This role demands technical execution of Government Aviation programs, overseeing design, integration, and delivery.

Applicants should have 10+ years in communication systems, experience with embedded Linux, and a Bachelor’s degree in engineering. An understanding of system engineering processes and the ability to manage roadmaps are crucial. The position offers competitive compensation ranging from $141,500 to $224,000 annually.

Qualifications

• 10+ years experience with communication systems.
• Deep understanding of modern embedded Linux systems.
• Ability to drive roadmap and strategy.

Responsibilities

• Participate in technical execution of Government Aviation programs.
• Oversee design, development, system integration, and delivery.
• Drive product vision incorporating market feedback.

Skills

Communication systems

Networking (IP networking, routing, firewalls)

Embedded Linux systems

Debugging

Written and verbal communications

Leadership skills

System engineering processes

Roadmap and strategy management

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or related technical discipline

Tools

Oscilloscope

Spectrum Analyzer

Power Meter

Traffic generator

Job description

About us

One team. Global challenges. Infinite opportunities. At Viasat, we’re on a mission to deliver connections with the capacity to change the world. For more than 35 years, Viasat has helped shape how consumers, businesses, governments and militaries around the globe communicate. We’re looking for people who think big, act fearlessly, and create an inclusive environment that drives positive impact to join our team.

What you'll do

Viasat’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 day-to-day

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.

What you'll need

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related technical discipline
• 10+ years experience with communication systems
• Solid experience with networking (IP networking, routing, firewalls)
• Deep understanding of modern embedded Linux systems and containerization technologies
• Proven debugging and problem solving skills
• Excellent written and verbal communications capabilities
• Proven experience as a leader, especially with collaboration across multidisciplinary teams including internal groups, vendors, subcontractors, and partners
• Deep understanding and experience with system engineering processes from requirements definition, to system verification test activities
• Ability to drive roadmap, strategy, and requirements management to achieve priorities
• Understanding or experience with MIL-STD requirements and test methods
• U.S. Government position. U.S. Citizenship required
• Ability to travel up to 50%

What will help you on the job

• Experience in delivering communications systems for aviation customers
• Expertise 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 solutions
• Experience with Government standards and requirements, such as WGS Certification requirements, MIL-STE-810, MIL-STD-461, MIL-STD-1275, DO-160, and RMF
• Willingness to obtain U.S. Secret Clearance

Salary 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 at https://careers.viasat.com/benefits.

EEO Statement

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.