Project Engineer
Viasat · Carlsbad, CA · Engineering
About this role
Viasat is hiring a mid-level Program Manager in the operations function based in Carlsbad, CA. The posting calls out experience with C, C#, Linux, Networking. Compensation is listed at $141,500–$224,000 per year.
- Role
- Program Manager
- Function
- operations
- Level
- mid
- Track
- Individual contributor
- Location
- Carlsbad, CA
- Department
- Engineering
- Posted
- May 29, 2026
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Job description
from Viasat careersOne 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 is seeking a Project Engineer (PE) to build integrated cryptographic solutions for IP network, radio link, and space connectivity. You will epitomize technical excellence by digesting new technology quickly, advising on roadmaps, and leading interdisciplinary teams to solve complex customer challenges. The ideal candidate is a "Swiss Army Knife" engineer—an expert in systems design and networking who is equally comfortable in a high-level proposal meeting as they are performing hands-on hardware troubleshooting in the lab.
The day-to-day
As a Project Engineer, you will build integrated solutions for edge-to-cloud connectivity in austere locations. You will epitomize technical excellence by digesting new technology quickly, advising on roadmaps, and leading interdisciplinary teams to solve complex customer challenges. In this role you will:
- Design, develop and test complex networking products while serving as the primary technical resource for interdisciplinary teams and management