Systems Integration Engineer - Antenna Systems

$97,000 - $168,700/Yr

Viasat - Duluth, GA

Full-time - Mid Level

Duluth, GA

1,001-5,000 employees

Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing

About the position

As a Systems Integration Engineer specializing in Antenna Systems at Viasat, you will be part of a dynamic team dedicated to designing and developing advanced Remote Sensing Antenna Systems and Satellite Communications Terminals. Your role will involve a variety of tasks that are crucial to the successful integration and testing of these systems. You will be responsible for the design and documentation of cabling interfaces between and within major assemblies on antenna systems, ensuring that all components are selected and integrated according to specifications. This position requires a strong mechanical background, as you will also assist in the assembly of the mechanical structures of the antenna systems both at Viasat's facility and in the field. Your daily responsibilities will include performing basic network planning and setup activities, participating in customer design reviews, and preparing test plans and procedures. You will conduct factory and site acceptance tests, preparing technical reports that summarize your findings and recommend solutions to any technical problems encountered. Additionally, you will direct the selection and setup of specialized test equipment, including BER, Group Delay, G/T, or Servo response testing. Maintaining good customer relations will be essential, as you will represent Viasat on-site during these activities. You will also be expected to create detailed documents using AutoCAD, such as interconnects, schematics, wiring diagrams, and cable drawings. Maintaining an indentured drawing list and structuring a bill of materials for ordering parts will be part of your responsibilities. You will share the lead role during the integration and testing of antenna systems at both the factory and customer sites, conducting system-level testing such as G/T, EIRP, BERT, and servo dynamics with support from your team.

Responsibilities

• Design and document cabling interfaces between and within major assemblies on antenna systems.
• Select components included in antenna systems.
• Perform basic network planning and setup activities.
• Participate in customer design reviews and describe design solutions according to customer requirements.
• Prepare test plans and procedures and conduct factory and site acceptance tests.
• Prepare technical reports summarizing findings and recommending solutions to technical problems.
• Direct the selection and setup of specialized test equipment for various testing.
• Create documents using AutoCAD such as interconnects, schematics, wiring diagrams, and cable drawings.
• Maintain an indentured drawing list of components and equipment.
• Structure a bill of materials for ordering parts as outlined in the indentured drawing list.
• Share the responsibility of lead during the integration and testing of antenna systems at the factory and customer site.
• Conduct system-level testing such as G/T, EIRP, BERT, and servo dynamics.

Requirements

• 2+ years of experience in the design and/or assembly of RF systems, AC/DC circuits, Servo motor controls, and modem/base-band equipment.
• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, related technical field, or equivalent work experience.
• Experience configuring vendor equipment remote control interfaces to communicate over a local area network.
• Experience analyzing requirements, developing test plans/procedures, and detailing test results.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD/AutoCAD LT or similar CAD package for creating wiring diagrams and schematics.
• Experience in operating equipment such as Multi-meter, Oscilloscope, Spectrum Analyzer, Signal Generator, and Network Analyzer.
• Ability to work independently and tackle complex problems in remote locations with minimal assistance.
• Excellent interpersonal skills (written and oral).
• US Citizenship required.
• Must be able to acquire and maintain a United States Secret Clearance.
• Ability to work on-site in Duluth, GA facility.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with SATCOM or Remote Sensing Earth Observation type RF electronics, HPA's, Converters, LNA's, at S, X and Ka bands.
• Experience with testing G/T, EIRP, BERT, and Servo Control loops.
• Experience with monitor and control computers and related subsystems.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical benefits
• Financial incentives including cash or stock options
• Focus on holistic health and wellness programs