Remote SATCOM Systems Engineer: Architecture & Integration

Viasat; United States; Remote; USD 121,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Viasat in the United States is seeking an experienced SATCOM Systems Engineer to lead the design, development, and integration of advanced satellite communications solutions. You will drive system architecture, define requirements, and ensure performance across complex programs.

The ideal candidate has deep technical expertise, strong cross-functional leadership, and a proven ability to deliver high-reliability satcom solutions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field is required.
• 5+ years of experience in satcom, telecommunications, aerospace, or related high-complexity systems.
• Expertise in systems architecture and requirements development.
• Experience with systems engineering tools (eg JAMA, DOORS, Cameo).
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to lead cross-functional technical efforts.
• Capable of engaging with internal and external Subject Matter Experts on technical problems, trade-offs, and solutions.
• Ability to work out of Carlsbad, CA, Germantown, MD office or remote.
• US citizenship required; ability to obtain a United States Secret Clearance.
• Travel is up to 10%.

Responsibilities

• Develop and own the end-to-end system architecture for communications solutions.
• Evaluate architecture trades and define optimal configurations to meet objectives.
• Create and maintain high-level system diagrams, interfaces, and baselines.
• Lead development and management of system requirements across all program phases.
• Translate customer, regulatory, and mission needs into verifiable requirements.
• Define interfaces between subsystems, vendors, and multi-functional teams.
• Establish and maintain requirements traceability from concept through verification.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to engineering teams.
• Lead engineering design reviews and present approaches to stakeholders.

Skills

Leadership

Systems engineering

Problem solving

Stakeholder communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

JAMA

DOORS

Cameo

Job description

Viasat in the United States is seeking an experienced SATCOM Systems Engineer to lead the design, development, and integration of advanced satellite communications solutions. You will drive system architecture, define requirements, and ensure performance across complex programs.

The ideal candidate has deep technical expertise, strong cross-functional leadership, and a proven ability to deliver high-reliability satcom solutions.