RF Engineering Technician

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

In this role, you will be responsible for performing test engineering activities for RF/Microwave products and sub-assemblies developed for commercial, military, and space markets. This includes activities related to setting up test stations and performing test activities on Viasat RF products.

You will work directly with RF Design Engineers, Test Engineers, manufacturing, and program management. We get involved early in programs to provide test support for design verification activities as well as production test activities.


The day-to-day

• Assist in building test stations
• Assist in performing Build Verification Testing, Production Testing, and Fixing issues of Viasat RF Modules
• Work with Test Engineers to help solve recurring test failures, assist in creating and resolving failure reports
• Calibration of test stations
• Build cables and wiring harnesses
• Develop calibration and test procedures
• Test and resolve problems in Viasat hardware
• This is an onsite role based in Tempe, AZ

What you'll need

• 5+ years of RF technician experience, preferably in the government space
• Associates of Science Degree in Electronics Technology or equivalent work experience
• A good understanding of basic electronic concepts including the ability to read and interpret schematics, professional or academic
• Capacity to interpret schematics and understand electronic circuits
• Basic computer skills including skills with Microsoft Office
• Self-directed, can work with minimal supervision
• US government position, US citizenship required
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret Clearance is required
• Up to 10% Travel

What will help you on the job

• Experience with RF test, measurement, and calibration techniques
• Experience working in an engineering environment (high levels of ambiguity)
• Experience testing and resolving problems in RF amplifiers, LNAs, and Up/Down Converters
• Experience with test equipment such as signal generators, spectrum analyzers, network analyzers, power meters, noise figure meters, oscilloscopes, digital multimeters, and thermal chambers/plates
• Strong communication and team skills

Salary range

$32.21 - $50.96 / 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 $40.14 - $60.34/ 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
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.