Manufacturing Engineering Intern

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

We are thrilled to announce an exciting opportunity for an onsite Manufacturing Engineering Intern to join our dynamic operations team in Tempe, AZ!

This Manufacturing Engineering Intern will help bridge the gap between ambitious concepts and high-performance reality. In this role, you’ll learn about and support developing innovative manufacturing solutions for complex electronics, supporting products from their first prototype to full-scale production. If you are a data-driven problem solver who thrives on lean principles and 'outside-the-box' process optimization, we want you on our team to help us build the future of hardware.

The day-to-day

• Develop and implement innovative manufacturing solutions for complex electronics hardware, ensuring high quality and efficiency.
• Collaborate effectively with design, engineering, and program management teams to bring cutting-edge products from concept to reality.
• Utilize your problem-solving skills to think outside the box and address manufacturing challenges with creative and effective solutions.
• Support the entire product lifecycle, from prototype development through to full-scale production, ensuring seamless transitions and robust product performance.
• Drive productivity and efficiency improvements through data-driven analysis and lean manufacturing principles.
• Foster a culture of innovation by spearheading process optimization initiatives and adopting state-of-the-art manufacturing techniques

Internship Program Details :

You will work onsite at a Viasat office location for the duration of your internship. Viasat embraces a flexible work environment and onsite / hybrid work is determined by individual roles and teams.

Housing and relocation assistance are available to interns pending eligibility.

To ensure equity across our intern population, intern compensation is pre-determined based on a variety of factors including :  role, location, and final graduation date. Intern compensation is non-negotiable.

What you'll need

Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree or higher in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field

Internship Dates :  You must be available to work 40 hours / week for the full duration of the internship program as outlined in the cohort dates below. Limited exceptions may be granted. Viasat offers two options based on semester and quarter academic calendars :

Cohort 1 :  May 18, 2026 – August 14, 2026

Cohort 2 : June 22, 2026 – September 18, 2026

Citizenship : This position requires U.S. citizenship

Interest in learning and / or pre-existing understanding of / experience with Manufacturing Processes

What will help you on the job

Salary range

$20.91 - $56.97 / 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 $25.96 - $67.07 / 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 careers.viasat.com / LifeAtViasat / 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 .