Regulatory Engineer

Job title:

Regulatory Engineer

Company

Viasat

Job description

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 .

Expected salary

Location

London

Job date

Sat, 01 Feb 2025 05:29:33 GMT

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