Senior Systems Engineer - Space, Viasat Government
Core
Develop, integrate, verify, and operate complex space systems delivering critical mission capabilities across the full lifecycle from architecture to on-orbit operations.
Role type
Senior Systems Engineer (Space)
Builds
Mission architectures, spacecraft systems, payload integrations, and ground systems for government space programs.
Domain
Aerospace / Space Systems Engineering
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work -> infrastructure (space systems)
Required skills
Systems engineering, requirements development, systems integration, interface management, verification and validation, Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE), SysML, mission planning, CONOPS development, technical risk management, supplier coordination, engineering documentation
Preferred skills
Master's degree in related discipline, LEO/MEO/GEO satellite architecture experience, AI&T/LEOP/IOT support experience, Jama/DOORS/Cameo/MagicDraw proficiency, SATCOM/RF/networking background
Technologies
Python, MATLAB, STK, GMAT, Ansys, Jama, DOORS, Cameo, MagicDraw
Responsibilities
Support mission architecture and system-level trade studies; Develop and trace mission and spacecraft requirements; Contribute to mission planning and CONOPS; Support MBSE activities using SysML tools; Coordinate technical interfaces across spacecraft, payload, software, and ground systems; Support verification, validation, and mission-readiness assessments; Participate in AI&T, environmental testing, and simulation activities; Support HIL, SIL, LEOP, IOT, and anomaly resolution; Participate in major program reviews (SRR, PDR, CDR, TRR, ORR, FRR); Mentor junior engineers and improve engineering processes.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with mentorship responsibilities