About the job
About UsOne 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
Come join us as we conceptualize, design, build, test, and field antenna hardware to enable satellite connectivity across the globe. Antenna system design highlights include:
- Complex packaging solutions with precision mechanical, RF, and electrical features
- Challenging interdisciplinary and program trades to evaluate and test
- Demanding performance requirements to meet under harsh environments
The day-to-day
You will be responsible for all system aspects of antenna design with a focus on mechanical and RF compatibility, manufacturability for mixed volumes, assembly, requirements verification (analysis and testing), design reviews, and productization. Your interdisciplinary background will be critical in understanding and evaluating the key technical design trades for the antenna system. You will have access to a team of dedicated engineers and designers to model designs and detail drawings.
What You'll Need
- Bachelor of Science in Mechanical, Electrical, Systems Engineering or Equivalent
- 15+ years of demonstrated experience in the Antenna Industry, with an emphasis on precision electro-mechanical, RF designs
- Proven track record of leading technical teams
- Proven track record of effective problem-solving methodology with appropriate application of testing and analysis
- Demonstrated understanding of Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T)
- Demonstrated experience in tooling design and inspection methods
- Demonstrated understanding of Design for Manufacturing (DFM) trades and capabilities for precision parts
- Can work and communicate effectively with multi-functional teams, including other engineering fields, assembly personnel, and operations representatives
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- This is a hybrid/onsite role (typically three days in office)
- Travel up to 10%
- US Citizenship required
Your previous electromechanical and RF experience will be extremely valuable in guiding the team towards a viable technical solution that meets the system and program requirements. There will be a focus on applying proper manufacturing and inspection techniques for a mid to high volume application to meet the quality and cost targets of the program.
Salary range
$161,500.00 - $280,800.00 / 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 careers.viasat.com/LifeAtViasat/Benefits.
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.
