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

Viasat Government designs, builds, and operates satellites that deliver global connectivity in demanding environments. As part of the Integration and Test organization, you will directly influence payload performance, program schedule, and on‑orbit mission success.

We are seeking an Assembly, Integration, and Test (AIT) Engineer with a focus on Test Software Architecture and development for Payload Special Test Equipment (STE) and Electrical Ground Support Equipment (EGSE). In this role, you will design, develop, integrate, and sustain test systems used to verify advanced space‑based communications units and payloads through development, qualification, and flight integration.

You will collaborate closely with systems, payload, RF, digital, software, and manufacturing teams to translate verification requirements into practical, scalable test solutions.

Design and develop STE and EGSE solutions used for payload integration and verification
Translate payload and subsystem requirements into test architectures, test procedures, and automation solutions
Support checkout and verification activities across unit, subsystem, and payload levels
Develop and maintain automated test capabilities that improve test efficiency and repeatability
Collaborate with multi-functional teams to troubleshoot hardware and test system issues
Contribute to test readiness, integration planning, and verification execution
Design CI/CD pipelines

The day-to-day

Architecture & Requirements

Own development of STE and EGSE architectures for RF, digital, telemetry, timing, and power interfaces
Derive test equipment requirements from payload verification needs
Participate in test planning and verification strategy development
Review design documentation and provide feedback on testability and integration considerations

Test Development & Integration

Design and integrate test hardware, harnessing, interface electronics, instrumentation, and support equipment
Develop automated test procedures and software tools
Integrate commercial test equipment with custom hardware and software solutions
Support unit, subsystem, and payload integration activities

Operations & Execution

Complete functional, performance, and environmental testing of payload hardware
Support test readiness reviews and test campaigns
Analyze test data and document test results
Maintain test configurations, procedures, and supporting documentation

Automation & Continuous Improvement

Develop automation scripts and software tools using Python, LabVIEW, C#, or similar languages
Improve test efficiency through automation and process enhancements
Support configuration management and lifecycle maintenance of STE and EGSE assets

Troubleshooting & Analysis

Troubleshoot hardware, software, instrumentation, and integration issues
Support root-cause investigations and corrective actions
Work with design engineering teams to resolve test and integration anomalies

What you'll need

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related field
Typically 4-8 years of experience developing, integrating, or supporting STE, EGSE, or automated test systems
Experience working with electronic, communications, aerospace, defense, or satellite hardware
Understanding of hardware integration and verification methodologies
Experience using laboratory instrumentation and automated test equipment
Experience with software scripting or automation development
Strong troubleshooting, communication, and collaboration skills
U.S. citizenship required
Must be able to obtain and maintain a US Secret Clearance

What will help you on the job

Experience supporting spacecraft, payload, communications, or RF systems
Experience developing EGSE or payload checkout systems
Familiarity with telemetry, command and control, and data acquisition architectures
Experience with Python, LabVIEW, MATLAB, C#, or similar development environments
Familiarity with RF test equipment including:
- Vector Network Analyzers
- Spectrum Analyzers
- Signal Generators
- Power Meters
Experience performing environmental or qualification testing
Experience integrating custom hardware with commercial instrumentation
Knowledge of configuration management and verification processes
Experience working in fast-paced integration and test environments

Salary range

$120,500.00 - $190,000.00 / 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 $149,500.00- $224,500.00/ 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.

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