Test Engineer (3438)

Location Carlsbad CAJob Responsibilities ViaSat is a fast growing technology company that provides you the opportunity to grow as we grow. ViaSat combines strong backgrounds in networking and communications to provide high performing networks for commercial, military, and other government customers. ViaSat is on the forefront of innovative high assurance security solutions. Put your test engineering experience to use growing our business and supporting the testing of our next generation of communications security products and systems.Candidate will develop detailed test plans and procedures to perform requirements verification on a high speed, cutting edge communications device.  Candidate will use database software to track test progress and trouble reports. Candidate will thoroughly test physical, datalink, network, and application layers of the communication device.  Candidate will then work with hardware and software design engineers to duplicate and isolate faults. After completing system testing, test cases should be re-useable for future feature, regression, and stability testing.Experience/Skills Required Experience in testing networking or other data communications equipment.  Experience with test methodology and formal test.  Familiarity with testing of embedded products and communications protocols.Development and documentation of test plans and procedures based on technical documentation and dialog with the design staff. Test automation to include test script generation and test script integration with software.  Familiarity with requirements traceability databases and flow down into specific tests. Experience with system testing for space applications a plus.Education Requirements BA/BSTravel Required Up to 10 percentUS Citizenship Required? YesClearance Required? Secret clearance is a plusLocation Information Location:  Carlsbad Status:  Full Time Job Category: Engineering Career Level: Experienced (Non-Manager) ViaSat is an Equal Opportunity Employer. U.S. Citizenship or Lawful Permanent Residence status may be required for some projects. Verification of citizenship required upon accepting employment. Make a difference. Make your future at ViaSat. We offer a collaborative, state-of-the-art work environment, stimulating projects, and a great location. Here is a taste of our Employee Benefits package: Medical/Dental/Vision benefits, ESPP, 401K, Flexible Spending Account, and Tuition Reimbursement.