RF Systems Engineering Intern, Antenna Systems

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.

Come join us as we build complete antenna systems "from RF to bits."

In this role you will work on:

• Radio frequency transmit/receive electronics, high-speed modems, and software systems that deliver a stream of bits to the end customer
• Mechanical structures that form the antenna
• Motors and controllers that position the reflectors

At our Atlanta, GA (Duluth) office we have outdoor test facilities including a multi-system, multi-pad boresite range, two planar nearfield ranges, and nearby a 1500-foot elevated pattern range with associated control room. With proven capability in Satellite communications, and antennas, Viasat is able to provide groundbreaking communications systems for both commercial and government customers. We offer an experience to grow your knowledge in systems design, development and verification of the next generation of sophisticated antenna products and satellite communication terminals!

Our Antenna Systems teams works together on the design, development and validation of ground systems ranging from 2m up to 24m sized parabolic dishes for government and commercial customers. An intern on our team can expect to work on a wide variety of tasks such as:

• Design architecture of a ground station
• Requirements management
• Trade studies - make vs. buy decisions
• Specifications for RF equipment - LNA, Converters, HPAs
• RF and Mechanical Analysis - G/T, EIRP, Link Budget, RF Cascades, Servo Response, Beam Squint
• Conduct design reviews
• Preparation of test plans and procedures
• Support factory and site acceptance tests - RF measurement with VNA and/or Spectrum Analyzer

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.

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
• Skilled with excel
• US Citizenship required

• Experience in MATLAB and Python
• 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

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.