Satellite Systems Engineer

Lead mission analysis for space system requirements and down-flow to lower tiers. Lead SWaPC analysis and defining interfaces (digital, electrical, RF, optical, mechanical/thermal, etc.). Lead architectural trades, link budgets, and support design decisions. Help drive and facilitate discussions with subcontractors/partners as the need arises. Challenge external contractors on technical matters. Assist with reliability analysis and simulations. Support on space qualification activities including advising on bus selection and components. Assist program management and B&P;, including interfacing with customers on programmatic and schedule matters. Support test procedures, and participate in the integration, test campaign, launch and in-orbit commissioning. Be involved in preparing presentations and reports for the full development (design reviews, test activities, manufacturing, qualifications, progress review, etc.) at a collaborator level.

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.

• MS/PhD in Engineering (SatCom, Telecommunications, Electronics, Digital Systems, etc.)

• 8-10 years of proven experience in the following areas:

• SatCom and Payload architectures for LEO/MEO/GEO/HEO

• Phased Array Antennas

• HW/SW design, development, and integration for space applications

• Digital design for space communications

• Digital regenerative payloads

• Inter-satellite links and digital phased array antennas

• Satellite architectures

• System engineering for space applications

• Space qualification for complex systems

• Experience with orbital analysis tools, Telemetry, Tracking, and Control (TT&C;) platform, and Ansys Systems Tool Kit (STK).

• Experience with operations, including satellite TT&C; operations, payload operations, users, and network management facilities

• Swiss or EU (27) Citizenship or valid Swiss working permit