Systems Test Engineer - Early Career (Hybrid)

Viasat; Germantown (MD); On-site; USD 77,000 - 122,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Flexible work environment

Job summary

Viasat is seeking a System Test Engineer, Early Career to join our growing team. You will collaborate with interdisciplinary teams across the full development lifecycle and have the autonomy to complete your tasks with access to domain experts.

You will develop test plans and software, perform integration and testing of Viasat networks, and analyze data to drive improvements. The role emphasizes strong communication and teamwork in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 0-3 years of full-time, relevant industry experience.
• Valid Work Permit or Visa required for the country you would be located and working from.
• Basic experience with navigating and working with Linux command line; coding interest in Python.
• Knowledge of wired and wireless networks and TCP/IP fundamentals.
• Strong analytical, problem solving and communication skills; ability to work autonomously and in a team.
• Up to 10% travel per year.

Responsibilities

• Integration and Test of the Viasat networks.
• Work with designers and system engineers to gather Test requirements.
• Develop test plans and test software.
• Troubleshoot and problem solving on Viasat hardware.
• Data analysis of test results.

Skills

Linux command line

Python

TCP/IP fundamentals

Wired/wireless networks

Critical thinking

Problem solving

Autonomy & teamwork

Strong communication

Travel willingness

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher in computer science, electrical engineering, communication networks or related field

Tools

Git

Jenkins

AWS

Job description

Viasat is seeking a System Test Engineer, Early Career to join our growing team. You will collaborate with interdisciplinary teams across the full development lifecycle and have the autonomy to complete your tasks with access to domain experts.

You will develop test plans and software, perform integration and testing of Viasat networks, and analyze data to drive improvements. The role emphasizes strong communication and teamwork in a dynamic environment.