Senior PCB CAD Librarian: Xpedition & IPC Expert

Viasat; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 186,000; Full time

Job summary

Viasat is seeking a Sr. PCB CAD Librarian to design schematic symbols, footprints, and parts in line with IPC, industry, and Viasat standards. You will build and maintain libraries, prioritize workload, and support internal customers across engineering groups.

Focus is on Siemens Xpedition EDM tools (EDM Library Cockpit and EDM Librarian), IPC-7351 knowledge, and the ability to read datasheets. Occasional collaboration with other departments and travel <10% are required.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of direct experience and expertise in library development.
• Highly proficient with Siemens Xpedition EDM library tools (e.g., EDM Library Cockpit and EDM Librarian)
• Deep understanding of IPC-7351 specifications.
• Able to read and understand component datasheets.
• Ability to use IPC, Industry, and Viasat standards to develop schematic symbols and footprints accordingly.
• Must be able to work effectively in a team environment.
• Full understanding of interactions with Functional Support Groups (e.g., Component Engineering, Electrical Engineering, PCB CAD Design).
• Demonstrate the ability to continually learn new technologies and processes.
• Demonstrate the ability to problem-solve and resolve issues through change control or other methods.
• Ability to travel <10%

Responsibilities

• The PCB CAD Library team develops and maintains the component libraries used in PCB schematic entry and layout, following IPC, industry, and Viasat standards.
• We are seeking a Sr. PCB CAD Librarian for this group.
• As a Sr. PCB CAD Librarian, you will design schematic symbols, footprints, and parts.
• Prioritize workload based on customer needs and address library-related issues.
• You will assist in maintaining Viasat standards and process improvements.
• Provide support to internal customers by creating schematic symbols, footprints, and parts that adhere to IPC, industry, and Viasat standards.
• Validate library parts and ensure they are in compliance with company standards.
• May work directly with other engineering departments regarding parts that are Viasat proprietary.

Skills

Team collaboration

Technical communication

Problem solving

Education

Technical degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Siemens Xpedition EDM tools

EDM Library Cockpit

EDM Librarian

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

Jira

AGILE/PLM

Job description

Viasat is seeking a Sr. PCB CAD Librarian to design schematic symbols, footprints, and parts in line with IPC, industry, and Viasat standards. You will build and maintain libraries, prioritize workload, and support internal customers across engineering groups.

Focus is on Siemens Xpedition EDM tools (EDM Library Cockpit and EDM Librarian), IPC-7351 knowledge, and the ability to read datasheets. Occasional collaboration with other departments and travel <10% are required.