Student Satellite Pilot (Tempe, AZ)

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.

Join our Satellite Control Center team in Tempe or Carlsbad and become part of the force behind Viasat's innovative satellite operations. You'll have the outstanding opportunity to control and operate some of the industry's most innovative geostationary satellites. This position places you at the heart of our mission to deliver high-speed internet across the globe, including previously unserved areas, by integrating with our first-of-its-kind ground network. This role not only exposes you to innovative satellite technology but also offers the chance to work with a team of engineers passionate about growing global internet access.

This is a fixed term, part time role. Our Student Satellite Pilots work up to 20 hours/week for a 12 month period and we can be flexible around your class schedule!

Working alongside a Viasat's Lead Satellite Control Engineer, you will:

• Monitor and command the Viasat fleet of satellites.
• Help operate and conduct daily functions to support the TT&C ground network.
• Coordinate solving activities and respond to satellite and network alarms.
• Participate in spacecraft anomaly analysis, reporting, and the development of custom automation tools that improve operations efficiency.

• Currently enrolled in a higher education program (technical program, community college, or university) in one of the following fields: Aerospace, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, Mechanical Engineering, Math or related field.
• Proficiency in Microsoft OS and Office products.
• Availability to work part-time on a rotating shift schedule, including holidays, weekends, and occasional night shifts, for a 12-month dedication with the possibility of extension.
• A keen curiosity about space and a strive to learn and build.
• Ability to work onsite at either Viasat Tempe, AZ or Carlsbad, CA locations, including your own transportation.

• Laboratory or internship experience related to aerospace or electronic systems, particularly if it includes work with satellite operations.
• Background or curiosity about scripting to include Python programming to assist in the creation and optimization of automation tools.
• Currently a second to third year or newly graduated student entering a graduate program, especially those with military or commercial experience in satellite operations.
• Soft skills, such as: reliability, communication skills, common sense, emotional intelligence, ability to work with others, handle ambiguity/adapt to change.

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.