Senior New Product Introduction Engineer in Lausanne

ph3About us /h3 pOne 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. /p h3What you’ll do /h3 pWe are thrilled to announce an exciting opportunity for an onsite Sr. NPI Engineer to join our dynamic team in Lausanne, Switzerland! /p pAs a Senior NPI Engineer, you bridge the gap between initial design and high-volume manufacturing by translating complex requirements into scalable production realities. You lead the end-to-end transition process—developing comprehensive manufacturing plans, defining process flows, and synthesizing DFM/T feedback to ensure product manufacturability. This role acts as a central hub of cross-functional collaboration, aligning product development with production test, supply chain, material planning, and quality teams to ensure a flawless launch. /p pBeyond planning, you drive the execution of prototype hardware builds to meet aggressive development schedules while establishing the key performance metrics that define operational success. By preparing both the product and the organization for the rigors of the factory floor, you ensure a stable handoff to production. Your impact is sustained through rigorous lessons‑learned reviews that embed continuous improvement into every future launch cycle. /p h3The day-to-day /h3 ul liProviding expert guidance and implementing industry best practices in manufacturing and testing methodologies to ensure high-quality production standards. /li liPartnering with Business Area leadership and engineering teams to drive new product development while maintaining strict adherence to cost and schedule targets. /li liFacilitating a seamless handoff from development to the factory floor by working closely with operational leadership and engineering stakeholders. /li liIdentifying and assessing potential manufacturing bottlenecks, mitigating technical risks, and solving complex engineering challenges throughout the product lifecycle. /li liDriving the engineering lifecycle through drawing release and the procurement of critical prototype materials and services to support early-stage builds. /li /ul h3What you’ll need /h3 ul liTypically requires an Engineering degree(s) with 10+ years hands‑on hardware experience. /li liDemonstrates a high degree of professional initiative by identifying and addressing emerging challenges independently. /li liResults oriented, driven toward desired outcomes. /li liProficient in the use of data to support and defend recommendations. /li liFull product lifecycle experience – active involvement in product development to manufacturing floor support in a small to medium volume facility. /li liExperience engaging with contract manufacturers on prototype hardware builds. /li liStrong advocate for configuration management – hardware and software BOM configuration. /li liAbility to advocate for and apply applicable regulations, IPC specifications, workmanship standards, etc. /li liAbility to obtain a secret security clearance, candidates with secret clearance preferred. /li liUS citizenship required. /li liUp to 10% travel is required. This is an onsite role in Lausanne, Switzerland. /li /ul h3What will help you on the job /h3 ul liStrong technical skills across multiple engineering disciplines, including high-speed digital and RF electronics, mechanical design, and optics. /li liHands‑on experience in product development, problem solving, and transitioning products into production. /li liStrong experience in electro‑mechanical hardware fabrication, product assembly, and testing. /li liProactive leadership style, preference for hands‑on involvement, assumes accountability for individual contributions. /li liStrong technical acumen and communication skills—capable of engaging in detailed technical discussions while simplifying complex topics for broader audiences. /li liExtensive experience with Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) systems and Bill of Materials (BOM) structuring to support manufacturing. /li liKnowledge of space hardware requirements. /li /ul h3EEO Statement /h3 pViasat 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 online application, please click here. /p /p #J-18808-Ljbffr