Viasat · 1 hour ago
Mechanical Design Engineer
Carlsbad, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$108K/yr - $171K/yr
12+ years expViasat is a company dedicated to delivering transformative connections around the globe. They are seeking a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer responsible for the design, documentation, and testing of electronics hardware, including packaging, thermal analysis, and structural analysis.
InternetOptical CommunicationTelecommunications
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Design, documentation and testing of electronics hardware
Ensure the design has the proper parts, materials and interface design so each module operates as intended within its environmental and performance requirements
Work directly with a diverse staff including engineering, supply chain, manufacturing, and quality assurance to manage the product development
Qualification
Required
12+ 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 in analyzing, developing, and selecting components of active thermal cooling solutions
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
Preferred
Cryptographic electronics packaging experience using SolidWorks
Thermal analysis experience for electronic modules
Active U.S. Secret Clearance
Benefits
Additional cash or stock incentives may be provided as part of the compensation package
A range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits
Company
Viasat
Viasat is a global communications company that offers satellite services.
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$3.16BKey Investors
UK Space AgencyNASA
2025-11-21Grant· $1.15M
2024-09-09Post Ipo Debt· $1.98B
2023-09-13Post Ipo Debt· $733.4M
Leadership Team
Andy Lincoln
Chief Engineer
Don Buchman
President Aviation
Recent News
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