Systems Engineer - Aero/Maritime Safety

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 Systems Engineer will work within a small team within the Technology Delivery group who are responsible for all engineering aspects from initial concept to introduction of service of Aviation and 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 and also develop their knowledge and expertise in design and engineering of Maritime Safety systems.
The role requires close working with industry partners; aircraft manufacturers (i.e. Airbus and Boeing), avionics suppliers, and air traffic communication service providers that operate ground connectivity for ATC centres, airline operational services and Air Navigation Service Providers (ANSPs), maritime safety agencies, and terminal manufacturers. Additionally, the aviation and maritime regulators who set the communication and surveillance requirements. The candidate will become a technical subject matter expert in the System Definition and must be capable of dealing confidently with experts in similar and adjacent disciplines.
Viasat, Inc. seeks an experienced systems engineer for this role within the Engineering Office Systems group, in close cooperation with the Systems Architecture group, the Product group, the Aviation and Maritime Business Units and Operations. This position provides a competitive salary, performance-based bonus, and a full range of benefits.

WHAT WILL HELP YOU ON THE JOB

• Knowledge of networking technologies and protocols
• Working in a ISO27000 framework or equivalent
• Knowledge of IT security practices including IPSec and PKI
• Good knowledge of software development and engineering techniques
• Experience in the identification and capture of IT functional and non-functional requirements for large, complex projects
• Data mining and analytics techniques
• Knowledge of Viasat and other satellite communications systems.
• Knowledge of aeronautical Air Traffic Service standards and processes; ICAO, ARINC, RTCA, RTCM, Eurocae, Certification, and existing Air Traffic DataLink and Maritime Safety Service standards as defined by IMO.
  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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