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We’re looking for passionate, innovative professionals to join our team and connect the world to moreYou’ll work in a collaborative and inclusive environment that values diverse perspectives and continuous learning, and provides industry-leading benefits with unmatched opportunities for career growthOur team is fearless in pursuit of new ideas and uncompromising in our quest to become the world’s first truly global internet service providerInterested in joining our mission? take a look at career opportunities at viasat today.
Viasat’s antenna systems business segment designs and manufactures antenna systems that lead several satellite communication marketsWorldwide installations include over 100 gateway systems for the most advanced satellite communication networks in the worldThese gateways tie broadband satellite networks into high-speed fiber that forms the internet backboneOther installations include thousands of limited motion antenna systems and over 550 full-motion antennasIn addition, viasat is the leader in remote sensing antenna systems that process the imaging data for applications like google mapsThe company’s total of more than 100 of these systems is more than all other providers of these systems worldwide.
Job responsibilities
Come join us as we build complete antenna systems `from rf to bits`
Mechanical structures that form the antenna
Motors and controllers that position the reflectors
Radio frequency transmit/receive electronics, high-speed modems, and software systems that deliver a stream of bits to the end customer
Low-profile, high-frequency radomes for the airborne terminals
At our atlanta, ga (duluth) office we have outdoor test facilities including a multi-system, multi-pad boresite range, two planar nearfield ranges, and nearby a 1500-foot elevated pattern range with associated control room.
This role will require you to work on the development of advanced ground, airborne, and space antenna systems and advancing the art of satellite communicationsYou will be taking the communications system designs from proposal concept, through design analysis and modeling, documenting and building the design, testing both components and systems, through qualification, to its full implementation, deployment, and support with an emphasis in the antenna system elementThis will be done in a team environment that may involve working with engineers in different geographical locationsThis role will support both commercial and military antenna system productsIt will also involve working with marketing and sales teams for new business developmentIn this role, you will see your designs become a realityIf this sounds like the job for you, read on.
Requirements
3+ years of experience in antenna design experience in the satellite communications field (reflectors and arrays desired).
Education: msee
Proficient with analytical & programming tools (e.g., hfss, ticra, mathcad, matlab, etc.).
Interpersonal communication skills (both oral and written) and the ability to work in a team environment and work across divisional boundaries.
Ability to work independently and with coordinated group design activities.
Satellite communications systems experience.
Us citizenship required
Preferred
Hands-on design experience through laboratory testing and system measurement
Experience supporting business development with design schedules, and cost estimates
Experience and whiling to climb and work on large antennas to visually inspect design
Experience designing s, c, x, ku, and ka-band optics, reflectors, phased arrays, and feeds
Experience with antenna design for manufacturing
Travel: up to 10%, globally
Viasat is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, seeking to create a welcoming and diverse environmentAll qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, genetics, age, or veteran status or any other applicable legally protected status or characteristic.
