System Test Engineer (Temp)

Job Description

About us
At Viasat, the work you do helps people stay connected in ways that matter, from everyday moments to critical missions across air, land, sea, and space.

We're a place for people who are curious, bold, and motivated by meaningful work. Here, you'll have the opportunity to make an impact, explore new possibilities, and grow your career in ways that align with your interests and goals. When you're ready to take on something new, you'll find leaders who support your development and help you turn your ambition into action.

What you'll do
You will work with a cross-functional team in the development of the latest generation government satellite terminals. You will write test documentation (plans, procedures, test cases) and support lab setups to execute functional, performance, robustness, and over-the-air terminal testing for satellite products.

The day-to-day
Prepare Test Plans, Procedures, and customer needs to guide the effort to develop and build custom test hardware and automation using company and industry standards.
Guide test system deployment from hardware and software integration to design verification and operations.
Run manual and automated tests on software releases, and debug test setups and software configurations.
Collaborate with system engineering, software development, project engineers, and test team members on planning and execution.

What you'll need
5+ years of experience in crafting test requirements, plans, cases, methodologies, and manufacturing test documentation.
Solid understanding of the technical and process aspects of product design, with the ability to evaluate products using design and functional documentation.
Experience with lab equipment such as oscilloscopes, power supplies, and boundary scan tools.
Experience with networking, the OSI model, and L2/L3 technologies (such as MAC, TCP/IP, UDP).
Experience debugging and fixing Linux-based products.
Active DoD TS/SCI Clearance.
United States citizenship required.
Ability to travel up to 20%.
This role will work out of the Carlsbad, CA office
Must be able to come into the office 3 days a week; hybrid
This is a temporary role.

What will help you on the job
Active United States Top Secret Clearance
Experience with a programming or scripting language (Python, C/C++, Java or other)
Familiar with using requirements traceability tools (DOORS, JAMA, etc.)
Experience with wireless communications or satellite communications systems (SATCOM) or Radio Frequency systems

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
.

Prepare Test Plans, Procedures, and customer needs to guide the effort to develop and build custom test hardware and automation using company and industry standards.
Guide test system deployment from hardware and software integration to design verification and operations.
Run manual and automated tests on software releases, and debug test setups and software configurations.
Collaborate with system engineering, software development, project engineers, and test team members on planning and execution.

Minimum Qualifications

5+ years of experience in crafting test requirements, plans, cases, methodologies, and manufacturing test documentation. Solid understanding of the technical and process aspects of product design, with the ability to evaluate products using design and functional documentation. Experience with lab equipment such as oscilloscopes, power supplies, and boundary scan tools. Experience with networking, the OSI model, and L2/L3 technologies (such as MAC, TCP/IP, UDP). Experience debugging and fixing Linux-based products. Active DoD TS/SCI Clearance. United States citizenship required. Ability to travel up to 20%. This role will work out of the Carlsbad, CA office Must be able to come into the office 3 days a week; hybrid This is a temporary role. What will help you on the job Active United States Top Secret Clearance Experience with a programming or scripting language (Python, C/C++, Java or other) Familiar with using requirements traceability tools (DOORS, JAMA, etc.) Experience with wireless communications or satellite communications systems (SATCOM) or Radio Frequency systems 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 . Prepare Test Plans, Procedures, and customer needs to guide the effort to develop and build custom test hardware and automation using company and industry standards. Guide test system deployment from hardware and software integration to design verification and operations. Run manual and automated tests on software releases, and debug test setups and software configurations. Collaborate with system engineering, software development, project engineers, and test team members on planning and execution. 5+ years of experience in crafting test requirements, plans, cases, methodologies, and manufacturing test documentation. Solid understanding of the technical and process aspects of product design, with the ability to evaluate products using design and functional documentation. Experience with lab equipment such as oscilloscopes, power supplies, and boundary scan tools. Experience with networking, the OSI model, and L2/L3 technologies (such as MAC, TCP/IP, UDP). Experience debugging and fixing Linux-based products. Active DoD TS/SCI Clearance. United States citizenship required. Ability to travel up to 20%. This role will work out of the Carlsbad, CA office Must be able to come into the office 3 days a week; hybrid This is a temporary role.

Requirements

5+ years of experience in crafting test requirements, plans, cases, methodologies, and manufacturing test documentation.
Solid understanding of the technical and process aspects of product design, with the ability to evaluate products using design and functional documentation.
Experience with lab equipment such as oscilloscopes, power supplies, and boundary scan tools.
Experience with networking, the OSI model, and L2/L3 technologies (such as MAC, TCP/IP, UDP).
Experience debugging and fixing Linux-based products.
Active DoD TS/SCI Clearance.
United States citizenship required.
Ability to travel up to 20%.
This role will work out of the Carlsbad, CA office
Must be able to come into the office 3 days a week; hybrid
This is a temporary role.