RF Engineering Technician

Viasat, Inc.

Tempe, Arizona

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$32.21–$50.96 Per Hour
JOB TYPE
Full-time
SKILLS
Calibration, Communication Skills, Computer Skills, Design Verification, Electronic Circuit, Electronics, Government, Manufacturing Management, Manufacturing/Production Testing, Microsoft Office, Microwaves, Military, Network Performance/Analysis, Oscilloscope, Power Amplifier, Problem Solving Skills, Project/Program Management, Radio Frequency, Schematics, Secret Clearance, Spectrum Analyzers, Technical/Engineering Design, Test Design, Test Equipment, Test Plan/Schedule, Testing, United States Citizen, Willing to Travel
LOCATION
Tempe, Arizona
POSTED
3 days ago
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 be responsible for performing test engineering activities for RF/Microwave products and sub-assemblies developed for commercial, military, and space markets. This includes activities related to setting up test stations and performing test activities on Viasat RF products.

 

You will work directly with RF Design Engineers, Test Engineers, manufacturing, and program management. We get involved early in programs to provide test support for design verification activities as well as production test activities.

 

The day-to-day:
  • Assist in building test stations

  • Assist in performing Build Verification Testing, Production Testing, and Fixing issues of Viasat RF Modules 

  • Work with Test Engineers to help solve recurring test failures, assist in creating and resolving failure reports

  • Calibration of test stations

  • Build cables and wiring harnesses

  • Develop calibration and test procedures

  • Test and resolve problems in Viasat hardware

  • This is an onsite role based in Tempe, AZ

What you'll need:
  • 5+ years of RF technician experience, preferably in the government space
  • Associates of Science Degree in Electronics Technology or equivalent work experience
  • A good understanding of basic electronic concepts including the ability to read and interpret schematics, professional or academic
  • Capacity to interpret schematics and understand electronic circuits  
  • Basic computer skills including skills with Microsoft Office
  • Self-directed, can work with minimal supervision
  • US government position, US citizenship required
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret Clearance is required
  • Up to 10% Travel

 

What will help you on the job:
  • Experience with RF test, measurement, and calibration techniques

  • Experience working in an engineering environment (high levels of ambiguity)

  • Experience testing and resolving problems in RF amplifiers, LNAs, and Up/Down Converters

  • Experience with test equipment such as signal generators, spectrum analyzers, network analyzers, power meters, noise figure meters, oscilloscopes, digital multimeters, and thermal chambers/plates

  • Strong communication and team skills

 

Salary range: $32.21 - $50.96 / hourly. 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 $40.14 - $60.34/ 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

careers@viasat.com

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About the Company

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Viasat, Inc.

Digital Communication Products for Commercial and Government Markets

ViaSat produces innovative satellite and other digital communication products that enable fast, secure, and efficient communications to any location. We bring today’s new communication applications to people out of reach of terrestrial networks, in both the commercial and government sectors, with a variety of networking products and services.

Here you’ll find a company that is always asking,” What’s next?”, with the vertically integrated set of technologies to push the limits of what is possible for your system and service performance.

Products:

  • Satellite networks for fixed-site and mobile communications
  • Satellite antenna systems
  • Wireless datalinks and terminals for combat situational awareness
  • Cybersecurity and Information Assurance for military networking and encrypted data storage
  • Mobile IP networking for soldiers
  • Communication microprocessor chipsets
  • Application and communication acceleration
  • Satellite network and RF system design
  • Communication simulation and training systems

Services:

  • Global mobile satellite services for government and commercial aircraft, vehicles, and seagoing vessels
  • Satellite Internet access and other broadband services for consumers, business, and government customers in the U.S.
Recognized for Innovation, Growth, and Stability

With these past awards, ViaSat is well known as a successful, innovative, high-growth company:

  • World Technology Network - 2013 Winner, Communications Technology Award for high-capacity satellite system
  • Arthur C. Clarke Foundation - Innovator Award, CEO Mark Dankberg
  • Edison Awards 2013 - Bronze award for communications innovation
  • Popular Science 2012 "Best of What's New" for Exede Internet and high-capacity satellite system
  • Satellite Research and Markets - 2012 Visionary Executive of the Year
  • Society of Satellite Professionals International (SSPI) - 2012 Industry Innovator
  • TechAmerica - 2011 American Technology Award in the Telecommunications
  • Space News "Top 50 Space Companies"
  • San Diego Magazine "Made In San Diego: 11 Cool Companies"
  • Mark Dankberg American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics (AIAA) "2008 Aerospace International Communications Award"
  • Hannover Fairs ISCe2004 Satellite Industry Award for Innovation and Technology
  • Mark Dankberg Via Satellite “2003 Satellite Executive of the Year”
  • Defense Systems "Super 75"
  • DefenseNews "Top 100 Defense Contractors"
  • DefenseNews "Fast Track 50"
  • Washington Technology "Top 100 Federal Prime Contractors"
  • Three-time INC. 500 prior to going public in 1996


Surpassing 2,900 Employees and $1 Billion in Sales

The company employs over 2,900 professional and support personnel. The largest department is engineering, with many holding graduate degrees in electrical engineering or computer science. Annual revenues hit a record $1.1 billion during the most recently completed fiscal year (ended March 29, 2013).

History

ViaSat is part of the well-known Linkabit Corporation “family-tree” that spawned hundreds of San Diego area telecom startups, including Qualcomm, General Instruments, and Titan. Founded in 1986 by three former M/A-Com Linkabit employees, ViaSat is publicly traded on the Nasdaq Stock Market under the symbol VSAT. Go to the History, Timeline or Industry Innovation & Firsts pages for more details.

To find out more about ViaSat, use the links on this page to explore our Web site.
Note: ViaSat Inc. is a separate company from and is not affiliated with Viasat Broadcasting, owned by Modern Times Group, Sweden.



COMPANY SIZE
2,500 to 4,999 employees
INDUSTRY
Telecommunications Services
FOUNDED
1986
WEBSITE
http://www.viasat.com/company/about/about-viasat