Manufacturing Engineer

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.

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

This Manufacturing Engineer will bridge the gap between ambitious concepts and high-performance reality. In this role, you'll lead the charge in 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.

• 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.

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related field.
• 7+ years of experience in Manufacturing or an Operations role.
• Proven experience writing technical work plans.
• Strong knowledge of space flight and/or micro-electronics hardware manufacturing processes and industry standards.
• Demonstrated expertise in lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills, with the ability to develop innovative solutions for complex challenges.
• Exceptional communication and collaboration skills to work effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Proven track record of successfully managing multiple projects and meeting deadlines.
• US Citizenship Required.
• Ability to travel up to 10%.

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to foster a collaborative work environment, influence others and at as a change agent.
• Experience with Solumina MES.
• Knowledge of Agile Product Data Management (PDM) system.

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.