Job Title : Regulatory Engineer
Company Name: Viasat
Job Details: Regulatory Engineer | Viasat
4-6 minutes
About the job
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 must be diligent and proactive, show excellent business judgment, employ effective strategic and tactical thinking, and have the ability to work both collaboratively and independently in a supportive team environment. You are expected to contribute in several of the following areas:
The day-to-day
Represent Viasat in regulatory committees and working groups on frequency allocation and spectrum sharing matters, for example the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) and regional organizations
Participate in national preparations for World Radiocommunication Conferences (WRCs) and ITU-R Working Parties
Represent Viasat in other international organizations dealing with spectrum matters, such as the International Maritime Organization (IMO) and the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO)
Represent Viasat in standardization bodies, such as 3GPP and ETSI
Represent Viasat in satellite industry trade associations, e.g. GSOA
Develop positions, strategies and input contributions for meetings
Provide technical support on market access and business development activities
Advise Viasat’s market development, commercial and engineering teams, as well as senior management, on regulatory opportunities and risks
Plan and carry out ITU frequency coordination of Viasat networks in various frequency bands, including L-band, S-band, C-band, Ka-band and Q/V-band
Prepare strategy for frequency coordination and orbital slot acquisition
Prepare ITU filings for Viasat networks and ensuring that all ITU coordination requirements are met
Establish and maintain productive relationships with government officials and other stakeholders
Work closely with other teams within the company (business, technical, legal, accounting, etc.) to obtain necessary factual inputs and facilitate appropriate internal review of planned regulatory submissions
What You’ll Need
Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Science, Maths or another related technical discipline and 5+ years of professional relevant experience
Knowledge of satellite communications systems (link budgets, general radio theory and basic orbital mechanics), national and international spectrum regulations, policies and spectrum regulatory, registration and coordination processes
Knowledge of non-satellite wireless products, services and technologies
Experience of working in international regulatory and standardization fora, such as ITU
Understanding of policy and regulatory issues in the satellite sector, especially with regard to licensing and market access
Knowledge of broadband communications, and radiofrequency spectrum technology
Programming and interference analysis skills
Willingness to provide regular and timely reports and updates
Willingness and ability to operate in a team environment
Ability to communicate fully, clearly, and effectively, both orally and in writing, with leadership and teammates
Excellent administrative and organizational skills with high attention to detail and accuracy, together with the ability to manage simultaneous projects
Ability to take initiative and adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced corporate environment.
Ability to consistently meet deadlines
What Will Help You On The Job
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. |
Country: United Kingdom
