Mechanical Engineer, Early Career
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.
Responsibilities
As a Mechanical Engineer, you will be responsible for the mechanical design of communication electronics products and test fixtures, from conceptual design and analysis through the transition to production, for defence and commercial applications. You will also create solid models of equipment, analyze hardware as required to meet customer environments, and assist with product testing.
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree or higher in Mechanical Engineering or related field
- Previous experience or exposure to standard industry CAD software
- Basic knowledge of industry-standard drafting practices
- Knowledge or experience using SolidWorks, SolidEdge
- Working knowledge with MCAD
- Knowledge working with Thermal and structural finite element analysis
- Geometric Design & Tolerancing (GD&T) knowledge
- Working knowledge of metal fabrication processes, especially machining, casting, welding, and sheet forming processes
Preferences
- Master's Degree or higher in Mechanical Engineering or related field
- Previous internship or work experience in the space industry
- Previous experience using Ansys Mechanical
- Internship, work, or project experience using GD&T