ViaSat

TEMPEST Engineer, Viasat Government

ViaSat$141K — $224K *
Tempe, AZ 85281In-Person
Aerospace & Defense
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years in hardware design for TEMPEST secure products
  • 5+ years of TEMPEST experience post CTP certification
  • Familiarity with NSTISSAM TEMPEST/1-92 and CNSSAM TEMPEST/01-02 specifications
  • Understanding of MIL-STD-461/464 and/or DO-160 EMI/EMC standards is a plus
  • Proficient with TEMPEST test equipment including oscilloscopes and signal analyzers
  • Strong communication skills for teamwork across diverse groups
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related field
  • US Citizenship and an active DoD Secret Clearance required

Responsibilities

  • Craft and certify high assurance encryption products aligned with NSA TEMPEST requirements
  • Collaborate with engineering teams to design TEMPEST compliant products
  • Recommend circuit designs and participate in design reviews
  • Develop TEMPEST test plans, procedures, and reports
  • Oversee the certification process at Viasat's new TEMPEST facility
  • Conduct testing following NSTISSAM TEMPEST/1-92 and CNSSAM specifications
  • Work with technicians to perform formal TEMPEST tests
  • Manage the production sampling TEMPEST program
  • Direct collaboration with NSA for product certification and testing
  • Support EMI/EMC qualification for Viasat products

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical coverage
  • Financial wellness programs
  • Stock incentives for performance
  • Focus on holistic health and wellness
  • Potential for professional development opportunities
Full Job Description
What you'll do

You will craft, test, certify, and build high assurance encryption products aligned with NSA TEMPEST requirements within Viasat Government - Secure Network Systems (SNS). Use your TEMPEST design expertise for new HAIPE, EDE, Space, and Tactical high assurance encryptors, as well as execute production TEMPEST sampling program and address any test failures to root cause.

The day-to-day

  • Collaborate with analog and digital hardware design engineers and mechanical engineers to create TEMPEST compliant products
  • Recommend circuits, participate in design reviews, conduct tests on new TEMPEST solutions
  • Review Schematic/CAD designs
  • Develop TEMPEST Test plans, procedures, and reports
  • Participate in the initial Certification and Submittal phase of Viasat's new TEMPEST facility and oversee certification under the TEMPEST Manufacturing and Test Services Program
  • Perform testing in accordance with NSTISSAM TEMPEST/1-92, CNSSAM TEMPEST 01-02
  • Collaborate with in-house and contract test technicians to conduct experimental (engineering) and formal (for score) TEMPEST tests
  • Execute Viasat's production sampling TEMPEST program
  • Collaborate with NSA to achieve successful TEMPEST test results and product certification
  • Support the EMI/EMC qualification of Viasat products

What you'll need

  • 5+ years hardware design for TEMPEST secure products
  • 5+ years of TEMPEST experience post CTP certification
  • Proven experience with NSTISSAM TEMPEST/1-92 and CNSSAM TEMPEST/01-02 specifications
  • Demonstrated experience with MIL-STD-461/464 and/or DO-160 EMI/EMC standards, a plus
  • Validated understanding with TEMPEST test equipment such as TEMPEST receivers, oscilloscopes, dynamic signal analyzers and signal generators
  • Foundational knowledge of analog and digital logic and timing considerations
  • Solid written and verbal communication skills, ability to work with a temporally and geographically diverse team
  • Familiarity with production related processes and common failure modes
  • Able to be a part of a multidisciplinary team to evaluate and troubleshoot production related issues
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Sciences or relevant technical field
  • Certification of a Level II CTP (Certified Tempest Professional)
  • US Government position. US Citizenship required
  • Active DoD Secret Clearance with ability to obtain Top Secret Clearance
  • Ability to travel up to 20%


THIS ROLE IS BEING RECRUITED FOR FUTURE OPPORTUNITIES

What will help you on the job

  • Experience with MIL-STD-461/464 and/or DO-160 EMI/EMC standards


Salary range

$141,500.00 - $224,000.00 / annually.For specific work locations within San Jose, the San Francisco Bay area and New York City metropolitan area, the base pay range for this role is $176,000.00- $264,000.00/ annually

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.

About ViaSat

ViaSat is a global communications company that provides satellite and wireless networking technology, services, and solutions. The company was founded in 1986 and is headquartered in Carlsbad, California. ViaSat offers a range of products and services, including satellite broadband internet, in-flight Wi-Fi, and secure networking systems for government and military customers. The company has more than 6,200 employees and operates in over 50 countries. ViaSat is publicly traded on the NASDAQ stock exchange under the ticker symbol VSAT.
Learn more about ViaSat
Size
7,000 employees
Market Cap
$2.2 billion
Industry
Net Income
-$2 million
Founded
1986
5 Year Trend
+12.3%
Revenue
$2.2 billion
NASDAQ

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