Systems AI&T - Satellite Payload STE Engineer
Viasat · Tempe, AZ · Engineering
About this role
Viasat is hiring a senior-level Systems Engineer in the operations function based in Tempe, AZ. The posting calls out experience with Python, Testing. Compensation is listed at $120,500–$190,000 per year.
- Role
- Systems Engineer
- Function
- operations
- Level
- senior
- Track
- Individual contributor
- Location
- Tempe, AZ
- Department
- Engineering
- Posted
- May 19, 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
You will be a key contributor within the AI&T team responsible for the design, integration, and delivery of Payload Support/Test Equipment (STE) for satellite communications payloads. You will develop customized STE solutions that align with satellite bus specifications and support payload validation from integration through delivery.
This role supports the development of STE hardware, software, and interfaces to ensure payload compatibility, performance, and readiness for final integration with the satellite bus provider.
The day-to-day
- Design and develop customized STE solutions aligned with payload and bus functional, performance, and interface requirements.
- Support integration of STE with payload systems to validate functionality, performance, and environmental resilience.
- Develop and execute test plans, procedures, and verification activities.
- Assist in building test equipment including hardware, harnessing, and interface components.
- Track and perform certifications on operational payload STE; coordinate calibrations of all STE assets.