System AI&T Engineer - Test Software Architect

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 verificationTranslate payload and subsystem requirements into test architectures, test procedures, and automation solutionsSupport checkout and verification activities across unit, subsystem, and payload levelsDevelop and maintain automated test capabilities that improve test efficiency and repeatabilityCollaborate with multi-functional teams to troubleshoot hardware and test system issuesContribute to test readiness, integration planning, and verification executionDesign CI/CD pipelines The day-to-day Architecture & Requirements Own development of STE and EGSE architectures for RF, digital, telemetry, timing, and power interfacesDerive test equipment requirements from payload verification needsParticipate in test planning and verification strategy developmentReview design documentation and provide feedback on testability and integration considerations Test Development & Integration Design and integrate test hardware, harnessing, interface electronics, instrumentation, and support equipmentDevelop automated test procedures and software toolsIntegrate commercial test equipment with custom hardware and software solutionsSupport unit, subsystem, and payload integration activities Operations & Execution Complete functional, performance, and environmental testing of payload hardwareSupport test readiness reviews and test campaignsAnalyze test data and document test resultsMaintain test configurations, procedures, and supporting documentation Automation & Continuous Improvement Develop automation scripts and software tools using Python, LabVIEW, C#, or similar languagesImprove test efficiency through automation and process enhancementsSupport configuration management and lifecycle maintenance of STE and EGSE assets Troubleshooting & Analysis Troubleshoot hardware, software, instrumentation, and integration issuesSupport root-cause investigations and corrective actionsWork 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 fieldTypically 4-8 years of experience developing, integrating, or supporting STE, EGSE, or automated test systemsExperience working with electronic, communications, aerospace, defense, or satellite hardwareUnderstanding of hardware integration and verification methodologiesExperience using laboratory instrumentation and automated test equipmentExperience with software scripting or automation developmentStrong troubleshooting, communication, and collaboration skillsU.S. citizenship requiredMust be able to obtain and maintain a US Secret Clearance What Will Help You On The Job Experience supporting spacecraft, payload, communications, or RF systemsExperience developing EGSE or payload checkout systemsFamiliarity with telemetry, command and control, and data acquisition architecturesExperience with Python, LabVIEW, MATLAB, C#, or similar development environmentsFamiliarity with RF test equipment including:Vector Network AnalyzersSpectrum AnalyzersSignal GeneratorsPower MetersExperience performing environmental or qualification testingExperience integrating custom hardware with commercial instrumentationKnowledge of configuration management and verification processesExperience 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.