Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

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.

Job Responsibilities

Viasat is looking for a dynamic Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to join our growing team. In this exciting role, you will be responsible for the design, documentation and testing of cryptographic hardware. The design works encompasses electronics packaging, cabling, thermal analysis down to the component junction level, structural analysis, and qualification testing.

You will ensure the design has the proper parts, materials and interface design so each module operates within its thermal requirements. You will work directly with a diverse staff including engineering, supply chain, manufacturing, and quality assurance to manage the product development.

Requirements

• 10+ years of experience in Mechanical Design Engineering including electronics packaging
• Design experience creating 3D parts and assemblies using SolidWorks
• Experience creating and analyzing models in thermal analysis software (Ansys, Thermal Desktop, or similar)
• Experience performing thermal analysis of electronics down to the junction level
• Experience working as part of a diverse team of multiple disciplines
• Ability to manage, allocate, and derive requirements, familiarity with MIL-STD-810 environmental requirements
• Ability to create specifications and presentations
• Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, and Power Point
• Strong communication skills - both verbal and written
• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a similar relevant engineering degree
• U.S. Citizenship Required
• Ability to obtain a U.S. Secret Clearance
• Up to 10% domestic travel

• Preferences

  • Cryptographic electronics packaging experience using SolidWorks
  • Thermal Analysis experience for electronic modules
  • Active U.S Secret Clearance

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.