Mechanical Engineer - Viasat : Job Details

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

In this role, you will have the opportunity to work closely with a driven, collaborative team of Mechanical Engineers. You will be responsible for designing, upgrading, and maintaining precision positioning systems (motors, gearboxes, gearing, encoders) and electromechanical RF structures (reflectors, feeds, and flat panel arrays) with an emphasis on reliability and customer satisfaction. You will be responsible for multiple projects and tasks at any given time supporting a mix of military and commercial hardware. You will be empowered to lead mechanical projects with a communicative, rigorous, and proactive approach to problem-solving.

The day-to-day

Your drive to provide comprehensive system solutions will be supported by a motivated team of Mechanical Engineers, RF and Digital Engineers, Systems Engineers, and Operations support functions to develop antenna systems for a wide range of technical and environmental applications.

Tasks will include conceptual design, trade studies, detailed design and drawings, tolerance analysis, risk analysis, thermal analysis, structural analysis, integration support, environmental test preparation and execution, and field support.

What you'll need

• 8+ years of experience in precision positioner design, electromechanical RF design, or similar work.
• Experience with CAD tools such as SolidWorks.
• Knowledge of proper application of GD&T in design and manufacturing.
• Experience with design for manufacturability for the following processes: casting, weldment, sheet metal, and precision machining.
• Ability to create and review thermal, structural, and tolerance analyses.
• Knowledge of finite element modeling techniques and software.
• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or similar engineering field.
• US Government position. US Citizenship required.
• Ability to travel up to 10%.

What will help you on the job

• Masters of Science Degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• Experience with the following CAD tools: SolidWorks, Solid Edge, and Creo.
• Experience with the following analysis tools: ANSYS, NASTRAN, and Thermal Desktop.
• Experience with Ground Station Antenna Systems.
• Experience with Phased Array Antenna structural and thermal solutions.
• Experience with design at low to medium levels of production.
• Knowledge and application of government and military standards.

Salary range $108,000.00 - $171,000.00 / annually. For specific work locations within San Jose, the San Francisco Bay area and New York City metropolitan area, the base pay range for this role is $134,000.00- $201,000.00/ annuallyAt 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.