Engineering Technician

Viasat, Inc. • Tempe, AZ

21d

About The Position

In this hands-on role, you'll play a key part in building, testing, and troubleshooting advanced RF-based hybrid electro-mechanical modules and subassemblies. You'll have the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology while developing and maintaining custom test systems that support critical programs.
Key responsibilities include:
Performing RF testing and troubleshooting down to the circuit level.
Conducting high-level RF measurements, including gain, P1dB, noise figure, phase noise, adjacent channel rejection, isolation, and other performance metrics.
Developing test methods, procedures, and documentation to ensure accurate and repeatable results.
Collaborating closely with Design Engineers, Test Engineers, and Manufacturing teams to investigate issues, identify root causes, and implement effective solutions.
Applying sound technical judgment and attention to detail to support complex programs across a variety of applications.
This role is ideal for someone who enjoys solving technical challenges, thrives in a collaborative environment, and wants to make a direct impact on the development and production of sophisticated RF products.
The day-to-day
Perform Tests on Viasat RF Products.
Documenting and Troubleshooting Test Failures.
Working with Engineers to help solve problems related to testing Viasat products.
Building new Test Set Uops and calibrating Test statsion for RF performance.
Data collection and Data Analysis.

Requirements

• 6+ years relevant work experience
• Experience testing and troubleshooting electronic products in resourceful and effective methods
• Read schematics and understand electronic circuits
• Basic computer skills including good skills with Microsoft Office
• Strong communication and team skills
• Associates of Science Degree in Electronics Technology or related technical discipline or equivalent work experience
• Ability to work autonomously
• Microsoft Office Skills.
• US Citizenship and the ability to obtain and maintain a secret clearance are required.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with RF test, measurement, and calibration techniques
• Experience working in a development engineering environment (high levels of ambiguity)
• Experience testing and troubleshooting RF amplifiers, LNAs, and Up/Down Converters
• Experience with test equipment such as signal generators, spectrum analyzers, network analyzers, power meters, noise figure meters, oscilloscopes, digital multimeters, and thermal chambers/plates

Responsibilities

• Performing RF testing and troubleshooting down to the circuit level.
• Conducting high-level RF measurements, including gain, P1dB, noise figure, phase noise, adjacent channel rejection, isolation, and other performance metrics.
• Developing test methods, procedures, and documentation to ensure accurate and repeatable results.
• Collaborating closely with Design Engineers, Test Engineers, and Manufacturing teams to investigate issues, identify root causes, and implement effective solutions.
• Applying sound technical judgment and attention to detail to support complex programs across a variety of applications.
• Perform Tests on Viasat RF Products.
• Documenting and Troubleshooting Test Failures.
• Working with Engineers to help solve problems related to testing Viasat products.
• Building new Test Set Uops and calibrating Test statsion for RF performance.
• Data collection and Data Analysis.

Benefits

• range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the position offered
• comprehensive benefit offerings that are focused on your holistic health and wellness

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree