Published Date: December 29, 2025
Viasat, Inc., 6155 El Camino Real, Carlsbad, CA 92009
Job Description:
Viasat is seeking a hardware engineer to join its Government - Secure Network Systems (SNS) team. This role involves designing and testing next-generation encryption devices for high-speed and ultra-low power digital circuit boards. The ideal candidate will work collaboratively with various engineering teams and support production and operational networks.
Responsibilities:
- Design, document, implement, prototype, and test next-generation encryption devices.
- Collaborate with system, programmable logic, software, and test engineers.
- Support production and product support for operational networks.
- Develop and certify the Next Generation End Cryptographic Unit (ECU) and Cryptographic High Value Product (CHVP).
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering.
- 5+ years of hardware design or sustaining experience.
- US citizenship and ability to obtain a SECRET security clearance.
Skills:
- Foundational knowledge of analog and digital logic and timing considerations.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Good working knowledge of MS Office products.
- Familiarity with standard test equipment (oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, etc.).
- Experience designing complex digital systems (Processors, FPGAs, etc.).
- Understanding of high-speed design techniques.
- Experience with schematic creation and CAD PWB design reviews.