Production Support Hardware Technician

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

Support multiple networking communication products currently in production and future Next Generator products within Viasat Government - Secure Network Systems (SNS).

Become familiar with product line technical **builds**, address issues, support changes, and manage lab testing.

The day-to-day

• Hands on experience fixing complex digital systems (Processors, memory, FPGAs, CPLD, microcontrollers)
• Applying both Windows and Linux operating systems for developing and completing tests
• Knowledge and use of scripting languages, e.g. PERL, PYTHON a plus
• Collaborate with engineers to develop and monitor tests for solving issues
• Identify rework needed to isolate and/or repair problems
• Integrate and debug design in the laboratory

What you'll need

• 5+ years hardware troubleshooting or sustaining experience
• US citizenship and ability to obtain and maintain a SECRET security clearance is required; active SECRET clearance is preferred
• Must be able to prioritize, be detail oriented, and have a 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 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.)
• Desire to be part of a multidisciplinary team to evaluate and troubleshoot production related issues
• Ability to travel up to 10%
• This is an onsite role based in Carlsbad, CA

What will help you on the job

• Associate's or Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering
• Active Security Clearance Familiarity with TCL, Perl, Python or another scripting language
• Proven experience in debugging, diagnosing, and solving embedded designs issues
• Familiarity with production-related processes and common failure modes
• High aptitude for learning
• Ability to work independently, take initiative, take ownership of tasks and results

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Salary range

$28.61 - $45.19 / 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 $35.58 - $53.37/ 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.