Product Quality Engineer - Commercial Aviation

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

Quality Engineers at Viasat play a significant role in contributing to the business team, offering recommendations derived from their analyses, and leading cross-functional teams to execute process and product improvement efforts. This experience will require a combination of skills from manufacturing processes, data analytics, and project management.

The day-to-day
Data Analysis & Reliability: Analyze supplier product yield and field reliability data to identify trends. Lead cross-functional teams to resolve identified issues and improve system performance.
Automation & Reporting: Develop and maintain automated reports and technical dashboards using Python to monitor product/supplier performance.
Continuous Improvement: Drive root cause investigations and process improvement efforts utilizing industry-standard tools such as Pareto Analysis and Lean Six Sigma methodologies.
Supplier Management: Partner with contract manufacturers to manage quality requirements, ensuring alignment with contract quality planning and Viasat standards.
Cross-Functional Coordination: Facilitate communication across supplier quality and product quality assurance teams, serving as a liaison between engineering and other departments.

What you'll need
Experience: 2+ years of experience in Process/Product/ Supplier quality engineering, within aerospace, defense, or high-volume consumer electronics.
Technical Skills: Strong analytical experience using Python and Pandas DataFrames for data manipulation and analysis.
Domain Knowledge: Understanding of box-build, SMT, and fabrication commodities, with experience interpreting complex contract quality requirements.
Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain complex technical concepts to diverse audiences and stakeholders.
Education: Bachelor's degree in Engineering.

ship Required

What will help you on the job
Certifications: Lean and/or Six Sigma Certification (DMAIC).
Adaptability: Self-starter comfortable with navigating ambiguity and managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Salary range

$64,500.00 - $101,500.00 / 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 $79,500.00- $119,500.00/ 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.