Quality Technician

Viasat; Tempe (AZ); On-site; USD 33,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Viasat in Tempe seeks a Quality Technician to support product and process quality across the manufacturing lifecycle. You will inspect electrical/electronic and mechanical components, create inspection records, review drawings, and work with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance and continuous improvement.

The role requires an associate degree or 6+ years in a related field, IPC certifications or eligibility, strong problem-solving, and the ability to travel up to 10%.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree or 6+ years of relevant experience in quality, manufacturing, aerospace, defense, electronics, or related field.
• Experience inspecting electrical/electronic and/or mechanical components.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings, specifications, work orders, and process documentation.
• Advanced use of inspection equipment, gauges, and inspection techniques.
• Good judgment to discern acceptable vs. rejectable conditions.
• Strong computer skills across MS Office and business platforms.
• IPC-A-610, J-STD-001, IPC/WHMA-A-620 CIS certification or ability to obtain.
• Clear and concise communication, both written and verbal.
• Personal initiative and leadership when needed.
• Up to 10% travel; U.S. citizenship for government position.
• Dayshift, five days a week; weekends/overtime as needed.

Responsibilities

• Inspect electrical/electronic, electromechanical, and mechanical components and assemblies for compliance.
• Use measurement tools and microscopy to document nonconforming conditions.
• Review drawings and process documentation for product compliance.
• Create inspection records and nonconformance reports.
• Collaborate with supply chain, production, and engineering on nonconformances.
• Support MRB process with disposition recommendations and close nonconformances.
• Coordinate traveler plans and feedback; assist with End-item Data Packages (EIDP).
• Interface with quality engineers and cross-functional teams to achieve objectives.

Skills

Reading drawings

Inspection

Communication

Problem solving

MS Office

Education

Associate’s degree in a technical discipline

Tools

MS Office

Job description

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

The Quality Technician provides support for product and process quality activities throughout the manufacturing lifecycle. This role is responsible for conducting inspection of production products and component parts, assisting in the management of nonconforming material, and helping to ensure Viasat’s products meet customer, regulatory, and organizational requirements. This role works closely with Inspection, Manufacturing, Engineering, Supply Chain, and Production teams to drive compliance, product quality, and continuous improvement initiatives.

In this role, you will:

• Inspect various electrical/electronic, electromechanical, & mechanical components and assemblies for compliance with applicable specifications and standards within the Receiving Inspection and In-Process & Final Production Inspection processes.
• Utilize various measurement tools, gages, & instruments in the course of inspection including microscopy & photographic equipment to help detail nonconforming conditions.
• Review & interpret drawings, specifications, work orders, & manufacturing process documentation to verify product compliance.
• Create inspection records & nonconformance reports.
• Interface with supply chain, production, & engineering personnel to communicate nonconformances, resolve constraints & seek guidance.
• Participate in the Material Review Board (MRB) process providing support the MRB Coordinator to facilitate the flow of nonconforming articles throughout the process including reviewing nonconformances, making disposition recommendations, reviewing rework orders and closing nonconformance reports.
• Review traveler work plans, provide & facilitate feedback, & recommend approvals.
• Support hardware closeout activities including creating End-item Data Packages (EIDP).
• Interface with Quality Engineers and cross-functional teams to achieve quality and operational objectives.
• Provide tactical support to Program Quality Engineers as required.
• Occasionally travel to other local area Viasat facilities to conduct inspections and provide support as required.

The day-to-day

Inspecting various electrical/electronic, electromechanical, & mechanical components and assemblies for compliance with applicable specifications and standards within Receiving and Production environments utilizing a variety of tools, gages, & instruments.

Maintaining strong teamwork the inspection teams to coordinate inspections daily. Work with engineering & other cross-functional teams on a variety of tasks & initiatives. Help coordinate the processing of nonconforming material.

What you'll need

• Associate’s degree in a technical discipline and/or a minimum of 6 years of relevant experience in quality, manufacturing, aerospace, defense, electronics or other related technical field in lieu of a degree.
• Industry experience as an electrical/electronic and/or mechanical inspector.
• Ability to read & interpret drawings, specifications, manufacturing documentation, & standards with little or no assistance.
• Advanced utilization experience of inspection equipment, gages, & inspection techniques.
• Good judgment & discernment skills of acceptable & rejectable conditions.
• Strong computer skills in MS & other business platforms to complete tasks independently.
• Current IPC certification or the ability to acquire & maintain IPC-A-610, J-STD-001 & IPC/WHMA-A-620 CIS certification.
• The ability to communicate clearly & concisely both verbally & in writing.
• Personal initiative, the ability to set a positive example, and provide leadership when needed.
• Local/regional travel may be required – up to 10%.
• Government position – U.S. citizenship required.
• Dayshift hours (flexible start time) 5-day/week.
• Occasional weekends/overtime consistent with business needs.

What will help you on the job

• Basic GD&T experience in accordance with ASME Y14.5 desirable.
• Current CIS certification to IPC-A-610, J-STD-001, IPC/WHMA-A-620 desirable.
• Familiarity with AS9100 Quality Management Systems.

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Salary range

$24.28 - $38.46 / 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 $30.29 - $45.19/ 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 here.