TEMPEST Engineer with Security Clearance

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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 will craft, test, certify, and build high assurance encryption products aligned with NSA TEMPEST requirements. 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 Collaborating with analog and digital hardware design engineers and mechanical engineers to create TEMPEST compliant products
Recommending circuits, participate in design reviews and conduct tests on new TEMPEST solutions
Review Schematic/CAD designs for accuracy
Crafting TEMPEST test plans, procedures, and reports
Participate in the initial Certification and Submittal phase of Viasat's 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 test technicians to conduct experimental (engineering) and formal (for score) TEMPEST tests
Complete Viasat's production sampling TEMPEST program
Liase 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
3+ years' TEMPEST experience post CTP (Certified Tempest Professional) certification
Extensive experience with NSTISSAM TEMPEST/1-92 and CNSSAM TEMPEST/01-02 specifications
Proven familiarity with TEMPEST test equipment such as TEMPEST receivers, oscilloscopes, dynamic signal analyzers, signal generators, etc
Foundational knowledge of analog and digital logic and timing considerations
Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to work with a geographically diverse team
Ability to detail and report on technical solutions/findings
Familiarity with production related processes and common failure modes
Proven track record of working with a multidisciplinary team to evaluate and troubleshoot production related issues
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, Engineering Physics or Physics
Certification of at least level I CTP (Certified Tempest Professional)
US Government position. US citizenship required
Active DoD Top Secret Clearance or ability to obtain when administratively feasible
Ability to travel up to 30% of time if required What will help you on the job Experience with MIL-STD-461/464 and/or DO-160 EMI/EMC standards
Certified TEMPEST Professional Level II (CTP-II)
Salary range $110,000.00 - $191,400.00 / 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 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.

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