Mechanical Engineer Intern

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.

We are looking for a mechanical engineer intern who is eager to contribute to a small but fast-paced team that is developing solutions to a growing market. You will design, simulate (structural & thermal) antenna for an airborne application and you will participate in developing large projects throughout the entire program life cycle. You’ll work closely with experienced mechanical, hardware, system and RF engineers, contributing to a future phased array product.

At the end of the internship, you will get to show off your accomplishment through presentations you have developed for our key leaders. We provide a fun and thriving working environment where you can learn from our passionate and creative team.

We are looking for you, a proactive and enthusiastic intern to join our team as Mechanical Engineer for at least 6 months (full-time). You will be based in our Lausanne office-labs.

During your internship period at Viasat in Lausanne, you will learn a lot as part of a team of senior engineers, developing groundbreaking satellite communications antenna technologies. You’ll play a key role in the design and development of ground breaking antenna systems. You’ll design, simulate and optimize our next generation of phased array antenna. You will be part of a multidisciplinary team to support the mechanical development and tackle the multiple challenges. From preliminary design up to the design validation you will support the multiples design phase.

• You are currently attending (at least 3rd year) or have completed a Bachelor’s or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• Must be available to work full time for duration of internship (6 months with potential to hire full time after internship)
• First experience and knowledge of SolidWorks Simulation & Flow simulation, ANSYS Icepack, Mathcad
• Ideally, you have worked in multidisciplinary (student) teams RF, Hardware, Layout
• Swiss, EU (25) Citizenship or Valid Swiss Work Permit required

• Strong oral and written communications skills
• Being a self-motivated individual that can work well independently and on a team

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