Senior SATCOM Systems Architect & Lead Engineer

Viasat; Rhode Island; Remote; USD 121,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Viasat is seeking an experienced SATCOM Systems Engineer to lead design, development, and integration of advanced satellite communications solutions. You will drive system architecture, define requirements, and ensure performance across multi-disciplinary programs with a focus on high-reliability satcom.

The role requires leadership across teams, proposal support, and the ability to work from Carlsbad, CA, Germantown, MD, or remotely, with US citizenship and ability to obtain a Secret clearance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field.
• 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 demonstrated 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 our Carlsbad, CA, Germantown, MD office or remote
• US citizenship required
• Must be able 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.
• Lead the development, decomposition, and management of system requirements across all program phases.
• Serve as a technical authority and mentor for engineering teams, providing guidance on architecture, design decisions, and system performance.
• Support proposal development, technical estimates, and customer-facing documentation.

Skills

Systems engineering

Problem solving

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Tools

JAMA

DOORS

Cameo

Job description

Viasat is seeking an experienced SATCOM Systems Engineer to lead design, development, and integration of advanced satellite communications solutions. You will drive system architecture, define requirements, and ensure performance across multi-disciplinary programs with a focus on high-reliability satcom.

The role requires leadership across teams, proposal support, and the ability to work from Carlsbad, CA, Germantown, MD, or remotely, with US citizenship and ability to obtain a Secret clearance.