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 Software Test Automation Engineer to join our team! We think long-term and drive towards scalable and maintainable solutions leveraging industry standard automation tools and frameworks to support Viasat’s high mix of vertically integrated products! We work together with Engineers from many domains to improve test strategies, ensure adequate test coverage, and improve product designs! In a highly collaborative team environment, you will take a stake in the team’s mission to align with software engineering standard processes and master our craft. This includes implementing and using CI/CD pipelines, standard libraries, etc. Ultimately, you will be responsible for ensuring quality test software solutions are delivered to both internal and external customers supporting the entire product life cycle.

The day-to-day

Digesting top-level requirements and providing feedback to ensure they are concise, testable, and realistic
Deriving test software requirements from stakeholder needs
Designing and Documenting Test Software architectures to allow for long-term maintenance and support
Developing automated test software routines which interface with DUTs and other hardware to ensure the quality of Viasat’s products
Participating in continuous improvement activities to help find opportunities for reuse as well as process modifications that drive development efficiencies
Collaborating with product design engineers to create products that are more testable and/or help test themselves
Participate in a data-driven test strategy
This is an onsite role in Carlsbad, CA

What you'll need

Bachelor's degree in EE, CS, CE, a similar technical degree, or equivalent experience
5+ years systems and test experience in complex environments
Experience developing software in a team environment using version control, build automation, bug tracking, test driven development and similar processes/technologies
Experience with National Instrument’s LabVIEW and/or TestStand
Experience with C#, Python, and/or other text-based languages
Experience with networking protocols (TCP, UDP, Multicast, etc.) and network devices used in product testing
Experience implementing test automation, next generation test platforms, instrument drivers (Programmable Power Supplies, Oscilloscopes, Spectrum Analyzers, Signal Generators, etc), and other test tools
Experience creating software test plans to demonstrate requirements coverage and compliance
Experience creating fully documented reusable libraries, abstractions, and APIs
Results oriented with a high degree of accountability, commitment, and responsibility
Must have an active DoD Secret clearance
US government position. US citizenship required.
Up to 10% travel

What will help you on the job

Knowledge of current software development industry tools and best practices.
Knowledge of Object-Oriented programming and design patterns
Good understanding of security, user privileges, and system administration
Existing knowledge of development processes regarding sensitive materials
Excellent communication skills
Intellectual curiosity and test mindset
Desire to grow and ability to quickly learn

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Salary range

$135,500.00 - $214,000.00 / 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 $168,500.00- $252,500.00/ 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 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.

Software Test Automation Engineer - LabVIEW/TestStand (Active security clearance required)

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