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What You'll Do We have an exciting opportunity for an Electrical Engineer to join our Viasat Global Networks – Operations team. You will help design/construct automated Specialized Test Equipment (STE) including wiring diagrams, interface PWA schematics, and related documentation. You will work with electrical, mechanical, system, software, and test engineers on a variety of projects, supporting both new developments and sustaining engineering.
The Day-to-Day
Create Interconnect drawings in SolidWorks Electrical, including component selection and cabling to satisfy project requirements.
Design cables to satisfy project requirements.
Select RF components and perform RF measurements to validate your designs.
Perform trade studies when selecting test equipment.
Configure first-build STEs, including cabling, software/test equipment installation & configuration, and creating redlines and as-built documentation.
Design and test interface PWAs, including schematic capture, parts selection, PWB layout review, and first article DVT.
Support remote engineers and software developers in their use of on-site STE.
Creating/repairing lab test cables.
What You'll Need
Bachelor's degree in EE, a related field, or equivalent years of experience.
2+ years of Electrical and Mechanical aptitude/technical skills.
Knowledge of proper tool and test equipment usage such as oscilloscopes, signal generators, and network analyzers.
Practical experience in cable design/build, electrical standards, and interface technologies/standards.
Attention to detail.
Flexibility in task completion based on shifting priorities.
Sense of urgency while maintaining quality control.
Good written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to lift 50 pounds.
Color vision for electronics products that include color‑coded wiring.
Shipped is required.
Must be able to work onsite in the Carlsbad, CA or Tempe, AZ office.
What Will Help You On The Job
Sufficient experience using Microsoft Office programs.
Experience using Oracle Agile PLM System, JAMA, and Jira.
Experience with DxDesigner, SolidWorks Electrical, or similar programs.
Knowledge of PWB layout concepts.
Knowledge of various connectors, interface standards, and cable construction processes.
Salary Range $96,000.00 – $151,000.00 annually. For specific work locations in San Jose, the San Francisco Bay area and New York City metropolitan area, the base pay range for this role is $115,500.00 – $173,500.00 annually.
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 other benefits. Learn more about Viasat's comprehensive benefit offerings.
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, 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 online application, please click here.
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What You'll Do We have an exciting opportunity for an Electrical Engineer to join our Viasat Global Networks – Operations team. You will help design/construct automated Specialized Test Equipment (STE) including wiring diagrams, interface PWA schematics, and related documentation. You will work with electrical, mechanical, system, software, and test engineers on a variety of projects, supporting both new developments and sustaining engineering.
The Day-to-Day
Create Interconnect drawings in SolidWorks Electrical, including component selection and cabling to satisfy project requirements.
Design cables to satisfy project requirements.
Select RF components and perform RF measurements to validate your designs.
Perform trade studies when selecting test equipment.
Configure first-build STEs, including cabling, software/test equipment installation & configuration, and creating redlines and as-built documentation.
Design and test interface PWAs, including schematic capture, parts selection, PWB layout review, and first article DVT.
Support remote engineers and software developers in their use of on-site STE.
Creating/repairing lab test cables.
What You'll Need
Bachelor's degree in EE, a related field, or equivalent years of experience.
2+ years of Electrical and Mechanical aptitude/technical skills.
Knowledge of proper tool and test equipment usage such as oscilloscopes, signal generators, and network analyzers.
Practical experience in cable design/build, electrical standards, and interface technologies/standards.
Attention to detail.
Flexibility in task completion based on shifting priorities.
Sense of urgency while maintaining quality control.
Good written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to lift 50 pounds.
Color vision for electronics products that include color‑coded wiring.
Shipped is required.
Must be able to work onsite in the Carlsbad, CA or Tempe, AZ office.
What Will Help You On The Job
Sufficient experience using Microsoft Office programs.
Experience using Oracle Agile PLM System, JAMA, and Jira.
Experience with DxDesigner, SolidWorks Electrical, or similar programs.
Knowledge of PWB layout concepts.
Knowledge of various connectors, interface standards, and cable construction processes.
Salary Range $96,000.00 – $151,000.00 annually. For specific work locations in San Jose, the San Francisco Bay area and New York City metropolitan area, the base pay range for this role is $115,500.00 – $173,500.00 annually.
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 other benefits. Learn more about Viasat's comprehensive benefit offerings.
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, 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 online application, please click here.
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