Hardware Engineer - Circuit Card Design, Viasat Government | Carlsbad

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

This is a role for a hardware engineer who is eager to contribute to a small, fast-paced team. You will help design, document, implement, prototype, and test cutting edge high speed digital circuit boards for encrypted communications systems including Spaceborne and Ground-based Encryptors and embedded cryptographic devices. You will interface and collaborate with system, programmable logic, software, and test engineers as new capabilities are developed and transitioned into service. In addition, you will provide support to production and product support to help support operational networks when support is required from development.

The day-to-day

Designing, prototyping, and testing high speed (up to 10GbE) digital circuit boards to include microprocessor, FPGA, memory, networking, optical, and power supply components
Design for manufacture, assembly, and test
Modeling and simulation, schematic, CAD, and signal propagation software tools using Mentor Graphic DxDesigner, Expedition/Planner, and Hyperlynx
Proficient with test equipment – lab bench power supplies, multimeters, oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, eye pattern analyzers, and traffic generators
Work with technology suppliers and subcontractors
Ability to prioritize tasks, meet schedule and see a program to completion.
Strong organizational skills and ability to work with system, hardware, firmware, software, and test teams.
Knowledge of encryption and information assurance technologies
Knowledge of network communication concepts
PWB design and layout, which include concepts for HS Layout
Trade study and analysis
Make or buy analysis

What you'll need

8+ years of hardware design and a Bachelor's Degree or Master's Degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering
Foundational knowledge of analog and digital logic and timing considerations
Must be able to prioritize, be detail oriented, and have history of managing time well to accomplish multiple tasks in parallel
Strong written and verbal communication skills, ability to work with a temporally and geographically diverse team
Ability to work independently, take initiative, take ownership of tasks and results
US citizenship and ability to obtain and maintain a SECRET security clearance is required
Ability to travel up to 10%

What will help you on the job

Ability to document and report on technical solutions/findings
Good working knowledge of MS Office products for documentation creation and modification
Familiarity with standard test equipment (i.e., oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzer, power supplies, etc.)
Familiarity with production related processes and common failure modes
High aptitude for learning new things
Desire to be part of a multidisciplinary team to evaluate and troubleshoot production related issues

Salary range

$127,000.00 - $200,500.00 / 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 $144,500.00- $216,500.00/ 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.