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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.\nWhat you'll do\nViasat is looking for a dynamic Mechanical Design Engineer to join our growing team. In this exciting role, you will be responsible for the design, documentation, and testing of electronics hardware and mechanical support ground equipment (MGSE).\nThe day-to-day\nThe day to day work encompasses electronics packaging, cabling, thermal analysis down to the component junction level, structural analysis, and qualification testing. You will ensure the design has the proper parts, materials and interface design so each module operates as intended within its environmental and performance requirements. In addition, you will design complex mechanical ground support equipment (MGSE) to support assembly, test, and integration of space hardware. 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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 https://careers.viasat.com/benefits.\nEEO Statement\nViasat 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.\nThe day to day work encompasses electronics packaging, cabling, thermal analysis down to the component junction level, structural analysis, and qualification testing. You will ensure the design has the proper parts, materials and interface design so each module operates as intended within its environmental and performance requirements. In addition, you will design complex mechanical ground support equipment (MGSE) to support assembly, test, and integration of space hardware. 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