Aero and Maritime Safety Engineering, Senior Director

at  ViaSat

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
The Aviation and Maritime Safety Engineering Senior Director will lead and provide technical direction to a small team of safety engineering specialists within the Engineering group who are responsible for all engineering aspects from initial concept to introduction of service of Aviation & Maritime Safety communication systems.
The postholder will focus on the evolution of Viasat’s SwiftBroadband Safety infrastructure, based on a detailed understanding of the new and emerging communications and surveillance requirements for Air Traffic Management. They will serve as the technical/management lead for IRIS Phases 3 and 4, which may involve a potential transition to a GEO+LEO terminal. Over time, additionally building their knowledge of maritime safety requirements to become a focal point for the technical development of the new maritime safety services and products.
The role requires development of a in depth understanding of the regulatory and industry standards for safety communication systems and close working with industry partners within the Iris consortium including aircraft manufacturers (i.e. Airbus and Boeing), avionics suppliers, and air traffic communication service providers that provide message processing and ground connectivity to ATC centres, airline operational services and Air Navigation Service Providers (ANSPs). Additionally, the regulators who set the communication and surveillance requirements. The role will represent Viasat’s engineering lead in meetings with suppliers and must be capable of dealing expertly with authorities in similar and adjacent fields.
Viasat, Inc. seeks an expert chief systems engineer for this Senior Directorship within the Engineering Office Networks group, in close collaboration with the Systems Architecture group the IRIS Program Manager and PMO in general, the Product group and the Aviation Business Unit. This position provides a competitive salary, performance-based bonus [and equity opportunities], and a full range of benefits.

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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
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