Job details

Hardware Engineer

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:

This is a role for a hardware engineer who is eager to contribute to a small, fast-paced team that is developing cutting-edge solutions to a growing market. We have a need for an individual to test, assemble and integrate cutting edge RF Environment Stimulation systems. The ideal candidate will have experience testing RF components and assembling multi-rack RF systems. You’ll work closely with the system engineers to integrate large, modern, complex RF systems.

The day-to-day:

You’ll play a key role in the integration of cutting-edge RF Environment Generation Stimulators to DoD, commercial and civilian aviation customers. You’ll perform board level testing of complex RF components. You’ll assemble and test large, multi-rack RF stimulators as well as assembling and testing small, complex commercial RF products. You will initially be mentored by the senior hardware engineers but expected to grow into a self-sufficient role. You may be expected to contribute to the design of complex RF boards and components. This role provides an opportunity to work with the latest technologies, with the challenge of integrating with some of the most modern aviation systems in the world.

What you'll need:

5+ Years experience as a hardware engineer
Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent experience
Experience testing RF boards and RF components.
Ability to assemble large, multi-rack RF systems.
Meticulous assembly and testing skills.
Proficient with test equipment – oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, etc.
Work with technology suppliers and subcontractors
General understanding of the supply chain process
The ability to prioritize tasks, meet schedule and see a program to completion.
Strong organizational skills and ability to work with system, hardware, and firmware teams.
Able to receive a US SECRET-SAR / TS-SCI
Up to 10% travel

What will help you on the job:

Knowledge of Radio Frequency (RF) communication concepts.
Experience with board design and layout
Trade study and analysis
Knowledge of Make or buy analysis.
General understanding of market needs and customer use cases.
Masters’ degree in Electrical Engineering

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Salary range: $120,950.00 - $199,450.00 / 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.

By Viasat

Bigger challenges. Bolder ideas. Global impact. At Viasat, we’re on a mission to deliver connections with the capacity to change the world. We’re the company behind the world’s fastest satellite internet service, with technology that’s helping to...

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FUNDING

Public

INDUSTRY

Telecommunications Services

TEAM SIZE

5001-10000

LOCATION

Hybrid, based in Carlsbad, CA

DATE POSTED

July 20, 2023