Senior Systems Test Engineer with Security Clearance

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
We plan and execute test tasks that include interpreting test requirements, writing test plans, designing test hardware, designing test software and testing and debugging flight hardware for commercial, military, and space markets! This includes activity for both RF and digital testing of modules
The day-to-day
• Work with designers to gather test requirements.
* Develop Test Plans
* Develop Test Station Hardware
* Select appropriate Test equipment
* Develop test software
* Create Test HW Bill of Materials
* Test station calibration
* Trouble shoot and problem solving on Viasat hardware
* Data Analysis of test results
* Write Test and or Calibration procedures
* Train or mentor new technicians and test engineers
* Communicate status to program management
* Testing of custom RF hardware
* Create HW and SW documentation What you'll need
• 7+ years of test automation and design experience
* Experience leading a test development effort
* Proficiency with programming in one or more languages such as Python, C#, Java and LabView.
* Tolerance for ambiguity, or the ability to work with an incomplete set of requirements.
* Strong communications skills.
* Works well in a team or as an individual contributor.
* Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, a relatable program or equivalent experience
* US citizenship required
* Up to 10% travel What will help you on the job
• Experience in RF test system design and automation
* Solid understanding of RF amplifiers, mixers, oscillators, and transceivers
* Demonstrated experience programming and controlling test equipment through SCPI commands
* Solid understanding of object oriented programming
* Understanding of test equipment such as oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzer, network analyzers, noise figure meters, and signal generators.
#LI-BBS Salary range $128,800.00 - $224,000.00 / 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 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
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