RF Engineering Test Technician

About us

At Viasat, the work you do helps people stay connected in ways that matter, from everyday moments to critical missions across air, land, sea, and space.

We’re a place for people who are curious, bold, and motivated by meaningful work. Here, you'll have the opportunity to make an impact, explore new possibilities, and grow your career in ways that align with your interests and goals. When you're ready to take on something new, you'll find leaders who support your development and help you turn your ambition into action.

What you'll do

Support the System Test engineering team with preparing for, maintaining, accomplishing and sustaining satellite antenna testing. The test support efforts will be conducted in Carlsbad, CA and other locations; this position may require travel, often on short notice.

Scope includes:
1. Regular equipment maintenance
2. Security vulnerability reviews and related corrections on IT equipment to include servers, routers, switches, firewall hardware and test equipment
3. Setting up RF test stations for system testing that can include over the air testing and mobile (truck) test configuration
4. General lab maintenance and
5. Test engineering support activities

The day-to-day

• Maintain the functionality and cosmetic look of the lab
• Keep all related documents up to date
• Maintain the hardware connectivity in good condition (AC Power, RF and Network cabling), build
  cables as needed
• Debug and repair modems as needed
• Add / replace equipment as needed
• Design and build hardware to support lab requirements, if not available off-the-shelf
• Prepare for and travel to test locations
• Pack, ship, un-pack, setup equipment as needed
• Test Viasat capabilities, technology and solutions in support of various programs
• Collaborate with Viasat, third-parties, smart-hands, customers, integrators, collaborators, etc.
• Prepare and complete required documentation to include test plans, test reports, and other
  program documents

What you'll need

• Associate degree or equivalent experience
• 5+ years of experience fixing and resolving RF signal path issues
• Experience demonstrating complex technical capabilities and differentiators in simple, compelling
  ways that create an atmosphere of customer engagement and excitement
• Demonstrated professional experience with using creative and innovative thinking to tackle
  problems and collaborating with engineers
• Familiarity with RF test equipment (e.g., spectrum analyzers, signal generators, etc.)
• Ability to continuously monitor and evaluate the performance of equipment and systems to ensure
  optimal operation
• Ability to travel up to 25%, on short notice
• Citizenship: US Citizenship due to Export Administration Regulations Requirements
• Must be able to obtain a US Secret Clearance
• Ability to gain restricted access to COMSEC equipment
• Linux command line knowledge
• Networking (TCP/IP) certificate or work experience
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license to support business operations and other job-related responsibilities as required.

What will help you on the job

• Lab management experience

• CMMC experience

• Scripting Experience
• Active Secret Clearance

Salary range

$32.21 - $50.96 / 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 $40.14 - $60.34/ 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

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• Maintain the functionality and cosmetic look of the lab
• Keep all related documents up to date
• Maintain the hardware connectivity in good condition (AC Power, RF and Network cabling), build
  cables as needed
• Debug and repair modems as needed
• Add / replace equipment as needed
• Design and build hardware to support lab requirements, if not available off-the-shelf
• Prepare for and travel to test locations
• Pack, ship, un-pack, setup equipment as needed
• Test Viasat capabilities, technology and solutions in support of various programs
• Collaborate with Viasat, third-parties, smart-hands, customers, integrators, collaborators, etc.
• Prepare and complete required documentation to include test plans, test reports, and other
  program documents

• Associate degree or equivalent experience
• 5+ years of experience fixing and resolving RF signal path issues
• Experience demonstrating complex technical capabilities and differentiators in simple, compelling
  ways that create an atmosphere of customer engagement and excitement
• Demonstrated professional experience with using creative and innovative thinking to tackle
  problems and collaborating with engineers
• Familiarity with RF test equipment (e.g., spectrum analyzers, signal generators, etc.)
• Ability to continuously monitor and evaluate the performance of equipment and systems to ensure
  optimal operation
• Ability to travel up to 25%, on short notice
• Citizenship: US Citizenship due to Export Administration Regulations Requirements
• Must be able to obtain a US Secret Clearance
• Ability to gain restricted access to COMSEC equipment
• Linux command line knowledge
• Networking (TCP/IP) certificate or work experience
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license to support business operations and other job-related responsibilities as required.