Engineering Technician

Viasat, Inc. • Tempe, AZ

9d • Onsite

About The Position

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.

You’ll work on complex hardware systems where test solutions don’t exist yet—and help build them from the ground up. You will play a hands-on role in integrating new devices under test (DUTs), developing and refining measurement techniques, and enabling reliable, scalable test solutions.
You will be a key contributor in figuring out how to test new products, solving technical challenges as they arise, and working closely with engineers to transition designs from development into production. If you enjoy working with hardware, troubleshooting complex systems, and building things that don’t already exist, this role will be a strong fit.
Perform development testing on new components, units, and test systems, including setup, configuration, execution, and reporting of both manual and automated tests
Support bring-up of new devices under test (DUTs) on Specialized Test Equipment (STE), resolving integration challenges across hardware and software
Contribute to the development and optimization of new measurement techniques and test methods to improve coverage, reliability, and efficiency.
Partner with engineering to translate requirements into scalable, repeatable test solutions.
Troubleshoot test failures and unexpected behavior, driving root cause identification across DUTs, instrumentation, and test systems
This is a site‑based role, employees work 3+ days (60%+) per week from a Viasat office or work location within a standard five‑day workweek.

The day-to-day
Bring up new DUTs on test systems, working through hardware, cabling, and configuration challenges
Debug failing tests, investigating both product behavior and test system issues
Build, modify, and maintain test equipment, fixtures, and STE systems
Improve test procedures based on hands-on experience, identifying gaps or inefficiencies
Maintain a well-organized, high functioning lab environment, ensuring equipment readiness and configuration control
Create and maintain documentation, including test procedures (ATP), wiring diagrams, BoMs, and assembly drawings
Partner closely with Test, Design, and Manufacturing Engineers on ongoing development and issue resolution

Requirements

• 5+ years' experience working in electronics, test engineering support, or a related technical field
• Hands-on experience testing and troubleshooting electronic systems
• Comfort with early-stage test system development and the ability to assist in their design and implementation
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work through loosely defined or evolving technical challenges
• Familiarity with common test equipment, measurement techniques, and troubleshooting methods
• Working knowledge of MS Office for documentation and reporting
• Associate’s degree in a technical field or equivalent experience.

Nice To Haves

• Experience supporting development or new product introduction (NPI) environments
• Familiarity with RF test equipment (spectrum analyzers, network analyzers, signal generators)
• Experience with environmental testing (TVAC, thermal cycling, vibration)
• Exposure to test automation or scripting (Python, LabVIEW, or similar)
• Experience building or modifying test racks, fixtures, or STE systems
• A hands-on, curious mindset with a desire to understand how systems work and solve complex problems

Responsibilities

• Perform development testing on new components, units, and test systems, including setup, configuration, execution, and reporting of both manual and automated tests
• Support bring-up of new devices under test (DUTs) on Specialized Test Equipment (STE), resolving integration challenges across hardware and software
• Contribute to the development and optimization of new measurement techniques and test methods to improve coverage, reliability, and efficiency.
• Partner with engineering to translate requirements into scalable, repeatable test solutions.
• Troubleshoot test failures and unexpected behavior, driving root cause identification across DUTs, instrumentation, and test systems
• Bring up new DUTs on test systems, working through hardware, cabling, and configuration challenges
• Debug failing tests, investigating both product behavior and test system issues
• Build, modify, and maintain test equipment, fixtures, and STE systems
• Improve test procedures based on hands-on experience, identifying gaps or inefficiencies
• Maintain a well-organized, high functioning lab environment, ensuring equipment readiness and configuration control
• Create and maintain documentation, including test procedures (ATP), wiring diagrams, BoMs, and assembly drawings
• Partner closely with Test, Design, and Manufacturing Engineers on ongoing development and issue resolution

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