Senior SATCOM Systems Architect — Remote

ViaSat Inc.; Carlsbad, Germantown (CA, MD); Hybrid; USD 121,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

ViaSat Inc. 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 multi-disciplinary programs.

The role requires strong technical leadership, collaboration across functions, and travel up to 10% while supporting offices in Carlsbad, CA or remote.

Qualifications

• 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 (JAMA, DOORS, Cameo).
• US citizenship and ability to obtain US Secret Clearance.
• Willingness to travel up to 10%.

Responsibilities

• Develop and own end-to-end system architecture for communications solutions.
• Translate customer, regulatory, and mission needs into verifiable requirements.
• Lead engineering design reviews and present system approaches to stakeholders.

Skills

System architecture

Requirements engineering

Technical leadership

Cross-functional leadership

Problem solving

Stakeholder communication

Security clearance readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

JAMA

DOORS

Cameo

Job description

ViaSat Inc. 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 multi-disciplinary programs.

The role requires strong technical leadership, collaboration across functions, and travel up to 10% while supporting offices in Carlsbad, CA or remote.