Mechanical Engineer
Viasat · Tempe, AZ · Engineering
About this role
Viasat is hiring a mid-level Hardware Engineer in the software engineering function based in Tempe, AZ. Compensation is listed at $95,000–$149,500 per year.
- Role
- Hardware Engineer
- Function
- software engineering
- Level
- mid
- Track
- Individual contributor
- Location
- Tempe, AZ
- Department
- Engineering
- Posted
- May 29, 2026
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Job description
from Viasat careersOne 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
Viasat is looking for a dynamic Junior Mechanical Design Engineer to join our growing team. In this exciting role, you will be responsible for the design, documentation, production support, and environmental testing of advanced government communication products spanning ground, aerospace, and space platforms.
The day-to-day
Day‑to‑day responsibilities include creating and maintaining fabrication and assembly drawings, providing mechanical support to manufacturing for multiple government and space‑qualified production programs, supporting environmental acceptance and qualification testing, and creating or updating thermal and structural analyses for mission‑critical hardware. You will join a strong mechanical design and analysis team in Tempe, contributing to reliable, high‑performance systems used in demanding operational environments.
What you'll need
- 3-5 years of experience in Mechanical Design Engineering.
- Design experience creating 3D parts and assemblies using SolidWorks or similar 3D CAD system.