Principal Systems Architect, Aviation Safety

Job title:

Principal Systems Architect, Aviation Safety

Company

Viasat

Job description

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 Aviation Safety Principal System Architect will work within a small team within the Engineering group who are responsible for all engineering aspects from initial concept to introduction of service of Aviation 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.The role requires close working with industry partners within the Iris consortium including 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). In addition, the postholder will interface with the regulators who set the communication and surveillance requirements. The role will represent Viasat as a technical subject matter expert in meetings with suppliers and must be capable of dealing confidently with experts in similar and adjacent disciplines.Viasat, Inc. seeks an experienced principal systems architect for this role within the Engineering Office Systems Architecture group, in close cooperation with the Development Engineering group, the IRIS Program Manager and PMO , the Product group and the Aviation Business Unit. This position provides a competitive salary, performance-based bonus [and equity opportunities], and a full range of benefits. The day-to-day:The Aviation Safety Principal System Architect will work within a small team within the Engineering group who are responsible for all engineering aspects from initial concept to introduction of service of Aviation 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.The role requires close working with industry partners within the Iris consortium including 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). In addition, the postholder will interface with the regulators who set the communication and surveillance requirements. The role will represent Viasat as a technical subject matter expert in meetings with suppliers and must be capable of dealing confidently with experts in similar and adjacent disciplines.Viasat, Inc. seeks an experienced principal systems architect for this role within the Engineering Office Systems Architecture group, in close cooperation with the Development Engineering group, the IRIS Program Manager and PMO , the Product group and the Aviation Business Unit. This position provides a competitive salary, performance-based bonus [and equity opportunities], and a full range of benefits. What you’ll need:

• Degree in Electrical or Electronic Engineering, Computer or Communications science or equivalent and 5+ years of professional relevant experience
• Technically fluent in telecommunications technologies, an understanding of IP-based mobile networking technologies and ideally satellite or mobile communications systems
• Strong analytical capability, able to conduct system engineering and technology trade-offs
• Strong inter-personal skills including the ability to establish and maintain relationships and trust
• Ability to work in a complex, international matrix organization alongside 3rd-parties

• Ability to work in a complex, international matrix organization alongside 3rd-parties.
• Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills.
• Positive and energetic attitude.
• Capability to work autonomously as well as a self-starter and self-motivated.
• Honest, Respectful and Patient.
• Ability to adapt and change in a dynamic working environment.

What will help you on the job:

• Knowledge of networking technology including routers, switches, and firewalls
• 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.
• Avionics development
• Knowledge of aeronautical Air Traffic Service standards and processes; ICAO, ARINC, RTCA, Eurocae, Certification, especially Aeronautical Telecommunications Network (ATN), and existing Air Traffic DataLink Service standards.
• Delivery of Air Traffic Communications service as an ANSP or communications suppliers

#LI-EMEA 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 .

Expected salary

Location

United Kingdom

Job date

Thu, 21 Nov 2024 06:50:19 GMT

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