System Integration Engineer Intern

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

As a System Integration Engineer Intern, you will function as part of a team of expert individuals as we craft and develop Viasat’s Remote Sensing Antenna Systems and Satellite Communications Terminals.

The day-to-day

Our Antenna Systems team works together on the design and documentation of cabling interfaces between and within major assemblies on antenna systems along with the selection of components included in them. An intern on our team can expect to work on a wide variety of tasks, such as:

• Preparation of test plans and procedures
• Conduct factory and site acceptance tests
• Prepare technical reports summarizing findings and recommend solutions to technical problems.
• Direct the selection and set-up of specialized test equipment to include BER, Group Delay, G/T, or Servo response testing

Internship Program Details: 

You will work onsite at a Viasat office location for the duration of your 12-13 week internship. Viasat embraces a flexible work environment and onsite/hybrid work is determined by individual roles and teams. 

Housing and relocation assistance are available to interns pending eligibility. 

To ensure equity across our intern population, intern compensation is pre-determined based on a variety of factors including: role, location, and final graduation date. Intern compensation is non-negotiable. 

What you'll need

Education Requirements:

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree or higher in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
• To be eligible for this position your final graduation date must fall between December 2025 and June 2026.

Internship Dates:

• You must be available for the full duration of the 12-13 week internship program. Note limited exceptions may be granted. Viasat offers two options based on semester and quarter academic calendars:
  • Cohort 1: May 20th, 2025 – August 15th, 2025
  • Cohort 2: June 17th, 2025 – September 12th, 2025 

Additional requirements:

• Class work or exposure to the design and/or assembly of electrical systems, AC/DC circuits, servo motor controls, base-band equipment and basic networking
• Ability to analyze requirements, develop test plans/procedures, and document test results
• Excellent communications skills (written and oral)
• Ability to work independently and solve complex problems in remote locations with minimal assistance
• Familiar with AutoCAD/AutoCAD LT, or similar CAD package for the creation of wiring diagrams and schematics
• US Citizenship required

What will help you on the job

• A strong mechanical background and experience with mechanical assembly
• Experience in the operation of some of the following equipment: Multi-meter, Oscilloscope, Spectrum Analyzer, Signal Generator, and Network Analyzer
• Coursework or experience in satellite communications
• Knowledge of RF
• Experience with Remote Sensing, Earth Observation, or other military or commercial systems
• Computer control of Ethernet devices over LAN and WAN

Salary range

$21 - $66 / hourly
 
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.