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Mechanical EngineerViasat • Tempe, AZ, United States
Mechanical Engineer

Mechanical Engineer

Viasat • Tempe, AZ, United States
16 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description
About us

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.


What you'll do

Viasat is looking for a dynamic Mechanical Engineer with satellite thermal analysis experience to join our growing team. In this exciting role, you will be responsible for both thermal analysis of the satellite and design, documentation, and testing of electronics hardware.


The day-to-day

The day-to-day work encompasses building thermal models of satellites and providing thermal boundary conditions for payload units. You will also provide inputs for improving the thermal performance of the satellite.

To supplement the thermal analysis work, you will also design electronics packaging for space. This includes CAD modeling, drawing creation, thermal and structural analysis, and build and test support.

You will work directly with a diverse staff including engineering, program management, supply chain, manufacturing, and quality assurance to manage product development.


What you'll need

  • 8+ years of experience in Mechanical Design Engineering and satellite level thermal design.
  • Experience performing mechanical testing on packaged electronics such as shock, vibration, and thermal vacuum.
  • Design experience creating 3D parts and assemblies using SolidWorks, Creo, NX, or similar tools.
  • Electronic packaging for space environment experience.
  • Experience in creating and analyzing models in thermal analysis software (Ansys, Thermal Desktop, or similar).
  • Experience with thermal analysis using Ansys (electronics packaging), and Thermal Desktop or Simcenter SST (SV analysis).
  • 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.
  • Up to 10% domestic travel.

What will help you on the job

  • Packaging for a space environment.
  • Experience with Creo/ProE.
  • Experience with procedures for handling space flight hardware.
  • Experience with creating assembly drawings and work instructions.
  • Experience with EPDM software
  • Experience with RF component layout

Salary range

$141,500.00 - $224,000.00 / annually. 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 $176,000.00- $264,000.00/ annually



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

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.

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