Systems Integration Engineer - Antenna Systems

About us

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.

What you'll do

As a System Integration Engineer - Antenna Installation, you will play a hands-on role in the integration, installation, and testing of Viasat's advanced Remote Sensing Antenna Systems and Satellite Communications Terminals. You'll be a key member of a team responsible for bringing complex antenna systems to life-both at our facilities and at customer sites.

The day-to-day

• Lead or assist in the on-site installation and mechanical assembly of large-scale antenna systems, ensuring proper alignment, structure integrity, and system functionality.
• Integrate and connect system components, including cabling, RF, and network interfaces, according to design documentation.
• Use AutoCAD to review system interconnects, schematics, wiring diagrams, and cable drawings.
• Reference an Indentured Drawing List (IDL) and corresponding Bill of Materials (BOM) to support installation planning and logistics.
• Set up and operate specialized test equipment for antenna system validation.
• Participate in customer site visits, where you will be the on-site representative of Viasat-ensuring installation quality and maintaining strong customer relationships.
• Support network setup and configuration tasks necessary to bring installed systems online.
• Prepare and present technical reports summarizing installation results and any corrective actions taken.
• Assist in the refinement of installation procedures and documentation to improve future deployments.
• Provide remote support when not physically on-site supporting installations.

What you'll need

What will help you on the job

Salary range

$93,000.00 - $147,000.00 / annually.

For specific work locations within San Jose, the San Francisco Bay area and New York City metropolitan area, the base pay range for this role is $115,500.00- $173,500.00 / annually

At Viasat, we consider many factors when it comes to compensation, including the scope of the position as well as your background and experience. Base pay may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Additional cash or stock incentives may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to a range of medical, financial, and / or other benefits, dependent on the position offered. Learn more about Viasat's comprehensive benefit offerings that are focused on your holistic health and wellness at https : / / careers.viasat.com / benefits.

EEO Statement

Viasat is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, seeking to create a welcoming and diverse environment. All 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. If you would like to request an accommodation on the basis of disability for completing this on-line application, please click here .