Real-Time Earth (RTE) Ground Systems Engineer, Viasat Government jobs in United States
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Viasat · 8 hours ago

Real-Time Earth (RTE) Ground Systems Engineer, Viasat Government

positionDuluth, GA
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
seniorityEntry, Mid Level
money$108K/yr - $172K/yr
date2+ years exp

Viasat is a company focused on delivering global communication solutions. They are seeking a Real-Time Earth (RTE) Ground Systems Engineer to manage the design, installation, and maintenance of RTE infrastructure while ensuring operational efficiency and customer satisfaction.

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Responsibilities

Monitoring RTE’s fielded systems
Assessing performance and addressing corrective and preventative maintenance needs
Coordinating with teams external to Viasat
Managing processes that govern maintenance or alarm responses
Case management and customer-facing responsibilities

Qualification

RF systems designAC/DC circuitsServo motor controlsModem/base-band equipmentVendor equipment configurationMulti-meter operationOscilloscope operationSpectrum Analyzer operationSignal Generator operationNetwork Analyzer operationCustomer-facing experienceCommunication skillsProblem-solvingIndependent work

Required

2+ years of experience in the design, assembly, maintenance or operation of RF systems, AC/DC circuits, servo motor controls, and modem/base-band equipment and the cables that interconnect these devices
Experience configuring vendor equipment remote control interfaces to communicate over a local area network
Experience in the operation of any of the following equipment: Multi-meter, Oscilloscope, Spectrum Analyzer, Signal Generator and Network Analyzer
Must be able to work independently and tackle complex problems in remote locations with minimal assistance
Proven communication skills, both verbal and written
Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or related technical field or equivalent experience
US Citizenship Required
Ability to obtain a DoD Secret Clearance or ability to obtain when administratively feasible
Ability to work on-site in our Duluth, GA facility
Travel up to but can exceed 10%

Preferred

Active DoD Secret Clearance
Demonstrated 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

Additional cash or stock incentives may be provided as part of the compensation package
A range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits

Company

Viasat

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Viasat is a global communications company that offers satellite services.
dateFounded in 1986
location
Carlsbad, California, USA
people-size5001-10000 employees
web-link
http://www.viasat.com

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$3.16B
Key Investors
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2025-11-21Grant· $1.15M
2024-09-09Post Ipo Debt· $1.98B
2023-09-13Post Ipo Debt· $733.4M

Leadership Team

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Andy Lincoln
Chief Engineer
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Don Buchman
President Aviation
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