Field Installer (Temporary)

About the role

Viasat is a company dedicated to delivering communications solutions that can transform global challenges. We're seeking individuals who are innovative, proactive, and committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace.

Responsibilities

• Oversee any necessary diagnoses, troubleshooting, service, and repair of complex equipment and systems
• Install Viasat antenna ground stations both domestically and internationally
• Prepare technical reports summarizing your work and recommend solutions to technical problems
• Test antenna performance to specifications
• Actively maintain good customer relations and work as part of a diverse team both managing the work and participating in the day-to-day process of installation
• Supervise contractors during site installs

Requirements

• 2+ years of related experience and a Technical Associates Degree or equivalent work experience
• Experience in mechanical assembly of large-scale systems involving mechanical, electrical, and electronic equipment
• Ability to read and understand civil drawings and mechanical fabrication drawings
• Working knowledge and experience in general construction safety processes, procedures, and requirements
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs
• Experience with cross-functional teams, including contractors, multiple engineering disciplines, assembly personnel, and quality representatives
• Ability to work under pressure and communicate effectively and directly with customers
• Experience resolving problems from design engineering to production assembly
• Mechanical aptitude that supports the supervision of rigging and direct cranes up to 200-ton capacity, to lift antenna assemblies that weigh as much as 20 tons
• Demonstrated experience working independently to quickly identify problems and devise either a temporary and/or long-term solution as required
• Excellent communication skills (written and oral) are essential
• Must have experience with Microsoft Office and be proficient in supporting dynamic project schedules

Qualifications

• Must be able to pass skills testing for grip and static strength, dynamic lifting, and work/positional tolerance
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a security clearance
• Must be able to travel 75% or more on domestic and international installations of large Antenna Systems and support facilities
• Must be able to travel domestically and internationally for extended periods of time

Skills

• Mechanical and electrical background and ability to assemble complex antenna systems from complex drawings and schematics
• Experience installing large satellite ground stations up to 24M diameter
• Knowledge of and ability to use Microsoft office products

Benefits

• Salary range: $61,500.00 - $97,000.00 / annually
• Additional cash or stock incentives may be provided as part of the compensation package
• Comprehensive benefit offerings focused on holistic health and wellness available at https://careers.viasat.com/benefits

Pay

$61,500.00 - $97,000.00 / annually

Schedule

Domestic and international installations of large Antenna Systems and support facilities

Application Instructions

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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.