Quality Engineer

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

Do you thrive on driving impactful change and ensuring top-notch quality? We're seeking a passionate leader to spearhead Quality Improvement Initiatives and Process Improvements, empowering our business and programs to deliver exceptional antenna systems to our customers. This exciting role offers the chance to collaborate with a diverse, cross-functional team spanning Design Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain, and fellow Quality professionals, all dedicated to advancing the field of antenna systems.

As a Lead Quality Engineer, you will work closely with the program management and product development teams to ensure strategic quality goals are met. The position is key to building strong internal and external relationships that support current and future growth within the Antenna Systems business in Duluth (Suburb of Atlanta), GA

The day-to-day

• Act as a lead in Integrated Program Team (IPT) and lead all aspects of Quality Implementation in new products
• Set priorities in line with business needs
• Oversee Antenna/Ground System programs, product development, contracts, and engineering groups for upcoming bids and proposals covering key QA requirements
• Team with supply chain to drive strategic goals that support business area needs
• Present key outputs to senior leadership as needed covering QA goals and metrics
• Ensure advanced Product Quality Planning is deployed across the New Product Development Life Cycle with quality built into the design. (DFMEA/PFMEA experience desired)

What you'll need

• 5+ years' as a Quality Engineer with experience in aerospace, and/or defense environment including Design, Manufacturing, and implementation of Quality Management Systems
• Proven ability to assist business development groups with new bids and proposals
• Experience in interpreting contract requirements covering quality requirements and quality planning with the skill to develop estimates for new bids/proposals
• Working knowledge of AS9100 / ISO 9001 requirements
• Lead all aspects of Quality Implementation in new products and set priorities in line with business needs
• Ability to lead customer interactions and manage all aspects of Program Quality with the customer
• Work as a part of Integrated Program Team and ability to lead all aspects of Quality Implementation through the life cycle of product
• Proven ability to read, analyze, and interpret complex documents, contracts, specifications and engineering drawings. Understanding of RF equipment, interconnect diagrams, cabling, electromechanical, welding, fabrications, painting/plating, etc.
• Working knowledge of GD&T
• Demonstrated experience working in a cross-functional team environment, Engineering, Operations, Material Management and Supplier Quality across a wide range of products
• Experience in management of Non-Conforming Materials (NMRs), driving root-cause investigations and implementing Corrective/Preventive actions (CAPA)
• Proven track record of developing and implementing world-class quality practices, including using tools like Pareto Analysis, Histograms, Cause & Effect Diagrams, and 8D, along with other business tools to streamline analysis
  Prior experience in using Quality Tools: 8D, 5-Why, DFMEA/PFMEA, CAPA, APQP, Gauge R&R
• Coordinate Corrective Action Requests (CARs) and Failure Analysis Requests (FARs) to implement improvement
• Work with cross-functional teams to implement CARs and drive process improvements
• Bachelors Degree in Engineering Discipline (Mechanical/Electrical/Industrial/Manufacturing Eng) or equivalent experience
• US Government position. US citizenship required
• Ability to travel up to 15% as needed

What will help you on the job

• DFMEA/PFMEA experience
• Active DoD Secret Clearance or ability to obtain

Salary range

$99,500.00 - $157,000.00 / 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 $123,500.00- $185,500.00/ 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
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.