Production Test Technician

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

Support multiple satellite, secure communications, government and commercial products currently in production and future Next Generator products . Your responsibilities will include understanding the testing of multiple product lines. You will work with team members to address various issues and support fixing technical problems from test and the field. You will also support qualification testing and help transition prototype units to high rate production. Additional duties include lab support and management, setting up and maintaining test and test equipment.


The day-to-day

• Troubleshooting and debugging of RF devices, down to component level.
• Run tests on Viasat products and report results.
• Perform testing; installation, set-up, tuning and data analysis.
• Assist in building, troubleshooting and maintenance of Specialized Test Equipment used in product testing.
• Assist in documentation writing, such as Assembly Drawings, BoM's, Wiring Diagrams, ATP's, etc.

What you'll need

• 4+ years of related experience working in the electronics field.
• Associate's degree in a technical field or equivalent work experience related to RF testing.
• Experience in testing electronic products.
• Ability to read schematics and understand electronic circuits.
• Familiarity with common test equipment and troubleshooting methods.
• Ability to follow a test procedure and complete necessary paperwork.
• Good working knowledge of MS Office for documentation creation, and modification.

What will help you on the job

• Some experience troubleshooting and repairing RF devices.
• Hands-on experience setting up and working with RF test setups.
• Experience using Spectrum Analyzers, Network Analyzers, and RF test equipment.
• Experience RF transmitters, RF receivers, and amplifiers.

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.