Viasat · 2 days ago
Senior Mechanical Engineer
Duluth, GA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$158K/yr - $237K/yr
10+ years expViasat is a global communications company on a mission to deliver transformative connections. They are seeking a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer responsible for the design and testing of electronics hardware, focusing on electronics packaging and thermal analysis.
InternetOptical CommunicationTelecommunications
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Responsible for the design, documentation and testing of electronics hardware
Encompasses electronics packaging, cabling, thermal analysis down to the component junction level, structural analysis, and qualification testing
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
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
Preferred
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
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
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