Engineering Technician - RF - Viasat, Inc.

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:

We’re looking for passionate, innovative professionals to join our team and connect the world to more. You’ll work in a collaborative and inclusive environment that values diverse perspectives and continuous learning, and provides industry-leading benefits with unmatched opportunities for career growth. Our team is fearless in pursuit of new ideas and uncompromising in our quest to become the world’s first truly global Internet Service Provider. Interested in joining our mission? Take a look at career opportunities at Viasat today.

The day-to-day:

We are seeking our next Engineering Technician!  They will assemble, integrate, test, and fix a variety of commercial and military antenna products. You will be reading mechanical and electronic drawings, schematics, and test procedures. You will configure RF test setups and perform measurements such as axial ratio, isolation, phase noise, phase matching, polarization, RF power handling, and return loss just to name a few. Documenting design changes and improvements throughout the process. If you are the person who enjoys ensuring that a product you touched is ready for our customers, then you just might be looking at the right company!

What you'll need:

• 3+ years relevant Engineering Tech work experience 
• Experience testing and resolving issues with electronic products
• Ability to read schematics and understand electronic circuits
• Experience with RF test, measurement, and calibration techniques
• Familiarity with electronic test equipment
• Ability to follow written test procedures and update procedures when needed.
• Ability to solder following schematics
• Must have mechanical & electronic assembly skills using hand tools while following schematics and drawings
• Basic computer skills including good skills with Microsoft Office
• Good communication and team skills
• Associate's degree in Electronics Technology or related technical subject area or equivalent work experience.
• US government position. US citizenship required.
• Up to 10 % travel.

What will help you on the job:

• Ability to work other shifts, if needed
• Experience working in a development engineering and manufacturing environment.
• Experience testing and repairing RF amplifiers, LNAs, and up/down converters
• Self-directed, but good working in a team environment

Salary range:$26.3 - $44.04 / hourly :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 https://careers.viasat.com/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.