Product Quality Engineer

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.

Do you thrive on driving impactful change and ensuring top-notch quality? We're seeking a passionate leader to spearhead Quality Improvement Initiatives and Process Improvements, empowering our business and programs to deliver exceptional antenna systems to our customers. This exciting role offers the chance to collaborate with a diverse, cross-functional team spanning Design Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain, and fellow Quality professionals, all dedicated to advancing the field of antenna systems. If you're ready to make a real difference in the quality of cutting-edge technology, this is your opportunity.

• Identify process gaps, research solutions, and provide recommendations for improvement
• Work as a member of the Integrated Program Team (IPT) and lead all aspects of Quality Implementation in new products
• Liaise with customers supporting programs from bid to completion
• Drive root cause investigations and process improvement efforts
• Develop and implement world-class quality practices, including using tools like Pareto Analysis, Histograms,  Cause & Effect Diagrams, and 8D, along with other business tools to streamline analysis
• Coordinate Corrective Action Requests (CARs) and Failure Analysis Requests (FARs) to implement improvements
• Work with cross-functional teams to implement CARs and drive process improvements

• 3+ years'as a Quality Engineer with experience in aerospace, and/or defense environment, including Design, Manufacturing, and implementation of Quality Management Systems
• Experience working in an AS9100 / ISO 9001 environment
• Experience in interpreting contract quality requirements covering quality requirements and quality planning
• Understanding of RF, cabling, electromechanical, welding, fabrication, painting & plating
• Practical experience collaborating within a cross-functional group dedicated to supplier quality and product quality assurance for diverse products  
• Strong analytical, communication, and interaction skills
• Prior experience in using Quality Tools: 8D, 5-Why, DFMEA/PFMEA
• Hands-on experience working in a multi-functional team covering supplier quality, product quality assurance across a wide range of products
• Strong analytical skills. Excellent written communication skills and ability to communicate across all level and functions

• Successfully work with suppliers and/or subcontractors to implement corrective actions and drive improvements at our suppliers
• Excellent communication skills both verbal and written 
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret complex documents, contracts, specifications and engineering drawings (GD&T a plus)
• BS in Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering or equivalent experience
  
• US Government position.  US citizenship required
  
• Ability to obtain DoD Secret Clearance
• Ability to travel up to 10%

• Strong Interpersonal skills
• ASQ CQE certification
• Lean and/or Six Sigma Certification
• Working knowledge of PLM Tool (such as Agile) as well as ERP system (such as Oracle)
• Understanding of IPC 610 & 620 requirements
• Lead Auditor trained

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

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