Systems Engineer - Digital Architect

Systems Engineer - Digital Architect Viasat $120,500.00 - $190,000.00 United States, Arizona, Tempe 2040 East Technology Circle (Show on map) May 11, 2026 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 You will serve as a systems engineer with a focus on digital architectures supporting sophisticated space and ground communication and sensing systems. In this role, you will bridge system requirements with detailed digital implementations, working closely with

ASIC, FPGA

(hardware/firmware), and software teams to ensure coherent, verifiable endtoend digital software-defined solutions. You will help define how control, data, and functional behavior flow through complex digital systems, translating mission needs into wellstructured, implementable architectures. The day-to-day Develop and manage system and subsystem requirements with a focus on digital architectures Perform requirements decomposition and allocation to

ASIC, FPGA

hardware/firmware, and software teams Conduct system analysis using MATLAB and/or Python to support architectural decisions Support verification and validation of system and digital requirements Work across space and ground applications, including communications and sensing payloads Support architectures for hybrid and alldigital arrays Develop clear diagrams and technical artifacts communicating control flow, data flow, and functional behavior Collaborate with crossfunctional teams including systems, RF, digital design, firmware, and software Participate in design reviews, trade studies, and technical interchange meetings What you'll need Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Physics, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience 5+ years of systems engineering or related digital systems experience Experience with requirements management and requirements decomposition/allocation Analytical experience using MATLAB and/or Python Understanding of digital system concepts across hardware, firmware, and software boundaries Ability to clearly communicate sophisticated concepts through diagrams and documentation US Citizenship Required Ability to travel up to 10% What will help you on the job Basic understanding of beam-forming, channelization, digital transceivers, and antenna operations Active Secret clearance or ability/willingness to acquire clearance Experience with modelbased systems engineering (MBSE) and tools such as Cameo Familiarity with version control systems such as Git Experience with time alignment and synchronization of digital arrays Exposure to RF payloads, digital beam-forming, or mixedsignal system architectures Salary range $120,500.00 - $190,000.00 / annually. For specific work locations within San Jose, the San Francisco Bay area and 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.