MECHANICAL ENGINEER - ANTENNA SYSTEMS

About usOne 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 doIn this role, you will have the opportunity to be a team member with other top notch mechanical engineers. Your experience in physical design of precision, reliable electromechanical RF structures (phased arrays, reflectors, and feeds) and positioners will be valued as you become the go to person in performing design, analysis, and test for commercial or military hardware. You will be empowered to make positive contributions and decisions in design, testing, and prototype fabrication. Your people skills will come to play as you work closely with teammates, subcontractors, and our customers.The day-to-dayYou will work with a talented team of mechanical engineers, RF and digital engineers, systems engineering, and manufacturing to develop electromechanical RF structures and positioning systems for a wide range of antenna system applications. Tasks may include conceptual design, trade studies, detailed design, tolerance analysis, risk analysis, thermal analysis, structural analysis, build support, environmental test preparation and execution, and field support.What you'll need8+ years of experience in electromechanical RF design, positioner design, or similar work.Experience with CAD tools such as SolidWorks.Knowledge of proper application of GD&T in design and manufacturing.Experience with casting, weldment, sheet metal, and precision machining manufacturing processes.Ability to perform thermal analysis and design thermal solution for a system.Knowledge of finite element modeling techniques and software.Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering.US Government position. US Citizenship required.Ability to travel up to 10%.What will help you on the jobMasters 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 structure and thermal solutions.Experience with design at low to medium levels of production.Knowledge of government and military standards.Current security clearance or ability to obtain one.Salary range$132,400.00 - $230,200.00 / annually 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 statementViasat 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.Job type: FULL TIMECategories: Engineering