Job Description

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:

We are looking for a highly skilled and adept leader to join the dynamic VGOV Engineering Team as the head of the Advanced Microelectronics engineering team. This team comprises RFIC Engineers, MMIC Engineers, Packaging Engineering, IC Probe, and IC Layout.

You will be responsible for:People Management: Overseeing Performance, Development & Reward (PD&R) and engagement Resource Management: Ensuring resources align with business needs Financial Accountability: Meeting operating budgets, including indirect spending Driving to meeting operational budgets (such as indirect spending) Decision Optimization: Making choices this good for the engineers, good for the product/program teams and good for the government business Technical Proficiency: Skilled in developing intricate RF and Microwave IC designs, proven track record as a technical lead on IC design projects, adept at mentoring and fostering the growth of IC design engineers, and experienced in supporting business development through proposal creation

The day-to-day:

Organizational Design:

Contributing to ongoing Development Engineering organizational design adjustments as VGOV evolve

Leadership and Management:

Leading a dispersed team of high-caliber engineers and engineering managers, ensuring the development of skills and competencies to meet current and future commitments

Staffing and Hiring:

Meeting IC design, packaging, and IC prober staffing needs by finding suitable internal candidates and supporting external recruiting efforts

Engineering Maturity and Process Improvement:

Promoting the continuous improvement of engineering processes in line with industry best practices

Performance Management:

Ensuring effective performance management and recognition across the team

Career Development & Mentoring:

Setting clear expectations for engineers and managers, supporting engineers in career and technical growth, and mentoring managers and engineers

Technical Contributions:

Take on the role of technical lead and/or design engineer, support business development with proposals, and be a strong technical resource for engineers and product/program teams

What you'll need:
10+ years of proven leadership experience with engineering teams and supervisors. Experience working with Viasat's Space, Mission, and Systems business, Commercial Space Business, and Mult-Function Systems business. Experience working with advanced RF, phase-array, V-band, and space electronics. The ability to think strategically, and turn strategy into actions that deliver meaningful results. Bachelor's degree of Science in Electrical Engineering or related field. Location: Onsite in Tempe, AZ.

What will help you on the job:
Analytical mindset with a knack for using data to drive informed decisions. Absolute integrity and trustworthiness.

Salary range: $199,000.00 - $314,000.00 / 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 $247,000.00- $370,000.00/ 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 https://careers.viasat.com/benefits. 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.