RF Antenna Engineering Manager

Job Description

Bigger challenges. Bolder ideas. Global impact. At Viasat, we’re on a mission to deliver connections with the capacity to change the world. We’re the company behind the world’s fastest satellite internet service, with technology that’s helping to bridge the digital divide and improve life for our customers around the globe. By providing powerful new ways for people to connect with one another, gain greater access to education, entertainment, medical research, commerce, and much more, our team is empowering millions of customers worldwide.

We’re looking for passionate, innovative professionals to join our team and connect the world to more. You’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 growth. Our team is fearless in pursuit of new ideas and uncompromising in our quest to become the world’s first truly global Internet Service Provider. Interested in joining our mission? Take a look at career opportunities at Viasat today.

Our Viasat Antenna Systems Technology (VAST) business segment designs and manufactures antenna systems that lead several satellite communication markets. With commercial and government solutions for air, land and sea on the most advanced satellite communications network in the world we are leading the way in antenna development. Viasat is an authority in airborne commination systems with over 3500 systems shipped, and a leader in enabling satellite connectivity with millions of user terminals shipped.

At our Atlanta, GA (Duluth) office we have indoor and outdoor test facilities including a multi-system, multi-pad boresight range, two planar near-field ranges, and nearby a 1500-foot elevated pattern range with associated control room.

Job Responsibilities

With demonstrated capability in Satellite communications, and antennas, Viasat is able to provide state-of-the-art communications systems for both commercial and government customers. You will be able to use your RF Antenna Engineering expertise to build the next generation of advanced antenna products and satellite communications terminals.

As a leader in our team, you will serve as the RF Antenna Engineering Manager managing the team from requirements analysis and initial architecture definition through early prototyping, implementation, and deployment. You will be a key senior member of the division involved with all aspects of terminals, including business development, proposal generation, engineering leadership, and project engineering. Sound interesting? Read on!

Requirements

• 15+ Years’ Experience in Antenna design experience in the satellite communications field (reflectors and arrays desired).
• Proficient with analytical & programming tools (e.g., HFSS, TICRA, Mathcad, Matlab, etc.).
• Interpersonal communication skills (both oral and written) and effective in a team environment working across divisional boundaries.
• Ability to work independently and with coordinated group design activities.
• Satellite communications systems experience.
• Experience with Antenna Design for manufacturing
• Experience working with interdisciplinary teams including Business Development, Engineering, Production, Quality, and others
• US Government position. US Citizenship required
• Travel up to 10%

Preferences

• Hands-on design experience through laboratory testing and system measurement
• Experience supporting business development with design schedules, and cost estimates
• Experience designing X, Ku, and Ka-band optics, reflectors, phased arrays, and Feeds
• Up to 10% travel, Globally
• MS Electrical Engineering

We are searching for candidates who enjoy working with people and have a technical mind that excels when being challenged. If you have a drive to succeed and grow your career, this job might be a good fit for you.