About this role
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 are thrilled to announce an exciting opportunity for an onsite Manufacturing Engineer to join our dynamic operations team in Tempe, AZ!
This Manufacturing Engineer will bridge the gap between ambitious concepts and high-performance reality. In this role, you’ll lead the charge in developing innovative manufacturing solutions for complex electronics, supporting products from their first prototype to full-scale production. If you are a data-driven problem solver who thrives on lean principles and 'outside-the-box' process optimization, we want you on our team to help us build the future of hardware.
The day-to-day
- Develop and implement innovative manufacturing solutions for complex electronics hardware, ensuring high quality and efficiency.
- Collaborate effectively with design, engineering, and program management teams to bring cutting-edge products from concept to reality.
- Utilize your problem-solving skills to think outside the box and address manufacturing challenges with creative and effective solutions.
- Support the entire product lifecycle, from prototype development through to full-scale production, ensuring seamless transitions and robust product performance.
- Drive productivity and efficiency improvements through data-driven analysis and lean manufacturing principles.
- Foster a culture of innovation by spearheading process optimization initiatives and adopting state-of-the-art manufacturing techniques.
What you'll need
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related field.
- 7+ years of experience in Manufacturing or an Operations role.
- Proven experience writing technical work plans.
- Strong knowledge of space flight and/or micro-electronics hardware manufacturing processes and industry standards.
- Demonstrated expertise in lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies.
- Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills, with the ability to develop innovative solutions for complex challenges.
- Exceptional communication and collaboration skills to work effectively with cross-functional teams.
- Proven track record of successfully managing multiple projects and meeting deadlines.
- US Citizenship Required.
- Ability to travel up to 10%.
What will help you on the job
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Ability to foster a collaborative work environment, influence others and at as a change agent.
- Experience with Solumina MES.
- Knowledge of Agile Product Data Management (PDM) system.
Salary range
$108,000.00 - $170,500.00 / annually. 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 $134,500.00- $201,500.00/ 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 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.
Other facts
About Viasat, Inc.
At Viasat, we go above and beyond. So you can too.
We believe connectivity is a catalyst that can help you unlock more value, improve operations and enable new experiences. We do this by delivering reliable, high-performance connectivity plus advanced digital platforms and services that help you transform every connection into an opportunity.
With over four decades of expertise and one of the world’s most advanced multi-network, multi-orbit satellite connectivity ecosystems, we are always ready to meet the unique demands of governments, businesses and communities. Whether you’re flying at 35,000 feet, operating in remote regions, or leading complex missions, we're here to help you get more out of your connectivity.
What you'll do
- The Manufacturing Engineer will develop and implement innovative manufacturing solutions for complex electronics hardware and collaborate with various teams to transition products from concept to reality. This role also involves driving productivity improvements through data-driven analysis and lean manufacturing principles.
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