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Support system and mechanical engineering teams in testing, data collection, and design creation for environmental testing. | Pursuing a degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field, with experience in mechanical systems, testing, and CAD software, and US citizenship. | 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 You will collaborate with interdisciplinary teams including systems test engineers, electrical engineers, manufacturing engineers, program managers and mechanical engineers just to name a few. You will get exposure to many phases of the development lifecycle: evaluation of requirements, trade studies, design and unit test including engineering/confidence, design verification, regression and qualification. You will have the autonomy to complete your tasks but also have access to hard-working engineers and domain experts to help you succeed. This position is intended for a university student in their last year of school to work part time starting January 2026 through graduation in Spring 2026, and then join full time. The day-to-day You can expect to work on a wide variety of tasks to include: Support System Engineering to flow down design validation and qualification test requirements Create environmental test procedures to validate device under test (DUT) Support Mechanical Engineering with test fixtures and design creation Perform testing on product and capture data for follow on analysis Program and operate test equipment such as thermal/humidity chambers, vibration/shaker table, drip test apparatus and drop test table Design and support new capabilities in our ever growing Environmental test labs What you'll need Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree or higher in Mechanical Engineering or related field To be eligible for this position your final graduation date must fall between December 2025 and June 2026 Citizenship: This role requires US citizenship Additional: Previous Viasat internship experience Hands on experience working with tools on mechanical and/or electrical systems. Class work or exposure to basic electronic design and/or assembly and AC/DC circuits. Class work or exposure to Solidworks or similar CAD software. Ability to analyze requirements, develop test plans/procedures, and document test results Excellent communications skills (written and oral) Ability to work independently and tackle complex problems with minimal assistance What will help you on the job A strong Mechanical Engineering background and experience with mechanical assembly Previous Viasat internship experience Experience in the operation of some of the following equipment: Multi-meter, Oscilloscope, Spectrum Analyzer and data acquisition systems A working knowledge of SolidWorks Experience with engineering drawings Experience with SolidWorks, SolidEdge, or Creo Ability to obtain a United States Secret Clearance Ability to travel to outside test facilities (typically Anaheim area) Salary range $24.76 - $36.78 / hourly. 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 $32.21 - $43.75/ hourly 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.
Assist end-users with technical and billing inquiries related to Wi-Fi, VoIP, and TV services, monitor networks, and document interactions. | High school diploma, basic networking knowledge, good communication skills, and ability to work in a 24/7 call center environment. | 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 Our College Station, TX location is growing rapidly and looking for passionate, innovative professionals to join our team and connect the world to more. You’ll work in a collaborative and inclusive environment that values diverse perspectives and continuous learning and provides industry-leading benefits and location amenities with unmatched opportunities for career growth. Our team is fearless in the pursuit of new ideas and uncompromising in our quest to become the world’s first truly global Internet Service Provider. Interested in joining our mission? Take a look at career opportunities at Viasat today. This contract position comes with development opportunities which may lead to transitioning to a permanent role based on performance. The day-to-day The position of Trusted Connections Front Line Care Agent consists of providing support to our customers who utilize our public Wi-Fi, VoIP and TV services throughout the world. This support encompasses billing and account related inquiries in addition to assisting users with technical troubleshooting. Duties include: Provide support to location staff and end-users who are attempting to use our public Wi-Fi, VoIP or TV services at numerous locations throughout the world ranging from US military bases to hotels and banks. Assist end-users troubleshoot connectivity related issues through use of a variety of online diagnostic tools. Monitor deployed networks and escalate as needed for dispatch when remote troubleshooting indicates a network issue has developed which impacts multiple end-users. Assist end-users with general questions that range from rate plan differences to service availability to potential contract requirements. Provide billing and account related support to end-users. Billing inquiry related support can include but is not limited to examining invoices, escalating credit and refund requests, updating recurring payment methods, or assisting end-users unsuspend accounts. Account related support can include but is not limited to updating contact information, assisting with Self-Care guidance, transitioning account plans, reviewing current and historical usage, helping cancel subscriptions or closing accounts. Document key aspects of each end-user interaction within our Case Management solution Deliver end-user email support along with monitoring voicemail inbox and responding to inquiries. Perform other project related tasks as requested by your supervisor. What you'll need Great communication skills showing you to be outgoing, friendly, kind and warm in demeanor; a “people person”. General knowledge of personal computer networking. Works effectively with other team members to provide exceptional support for both internal and external customers. Great analytical, problem-solving, and conceptual skills. Excellent time management. High School Diploma or GED. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Must be willing to work shift schedules found in a 24x7 Call Center environment Must be willing to attend daily training sessions held Monday thru Friday 8am – 5pm for up to (4) weeks Must be able to multi-task Proficient in typing (Min. 35 WPM) Must have a reliable hardwire (Ethernet) internet connection. What will help you on the job Prior experience setting up or managing a wireless network in a home or office environment. Salary range $13.7 - $21.63 / hourly. 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 $17.07 - $25.72/ hourly 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.
Lead complex secure networking programs for government clients, coordinating diverse engineering teams and managing risks from inception to completion. | Over 10 years of program management experience, with strong leadership skills, experience with suppliers, and knowledge of government program execution; security clearance and technical background preferred. | 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 Viasat Government - Secure Network Systems (SNS) is seeking an experienced program manager to join the leadership team of our growing high-assurance encryption business. You will lead teams to design, develop, qualify, certify, and transition to production secure networking and communication appliances for government customers. The day-to-day - This role requires expertise in managing complex programs, coordinating diverse engineering teams, mitigating risks, and fostering strong customer relationships while ensuring seamless execution from inception to completion. - The successful candidate will have experience working with diverse engineering teams, including system architects, electrical design, software, mechanical, engineering analysis, special test equipment, and integration & test, while proactively managing risks, meeting commitments, and resolving challenges. - This position requires strong leadership, motivation, and direction of cross-disciplinary teams spanning multiple organizations and geographic locations. What you'll need - 10+ years of experience in Program Management as described above - Experience working with suppliers and subcontractors as an integral part of the deliverables - Monitor and manage the program level milestones, risks, issues and decisions - Extensive problem solving skills, and ability to drive resolutions to a close - Manage program communications internally to teams and externally to customers - Monitor and assess customer satisfaction, quality and profitability - At least 5 years’ experience in leading technical teams - Organization skills to manage multiple facets of a large-scale project and to track progress for several programs at once - Strong communication skills (written and verbal); ability to interact with all levels in the organization - Knowledge of EVMS practices - Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering or equivalent experience - Experience executing US Government Programs, US citizenship required - Active DoD Secret clearance - Travel up to 25% What will help you on the job - Experience cryptographic hardware development programs - Knowledge and experience with project management methodologies and best practices such as PMP - Familiarity with security/cyber technologies and IP networking - Experience with leading and writing Government proposals - Experience developing hardware platforms for cryptographic services - Experience with encryption devices and certification processes Salary range $150,500.00 - $237,500.00 / 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 $187,000.00- $280,000.00/ 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.
Lead and develop security engineering practices for satellite communication systems, ensuring alignment with enterprise security policies and standards. | Extensive experience in security systems engineering, knowledge of satellite communications, cybersecurity controls, and active US Secret Clearance. | 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’re looking for passionate, innovative professionals to join our team and connect the world to more. You’ll work in a collaborative and inclusive environment that values diverse perspectives and continuous learning, and provides industry-leading benefits with unmatched opportunities for career growth. Our team is fearless in pursuit of new ideas and uncompromising in our quest to become the world’s first truly global Internet Service Provider. We are seeking a highly skilled and collaborative Security Systems Engineering Lead to drive consistency, alignment, and technical excellence across security engineering practices within our domain-specific engineering teams. This role ensures that security systems engineers working inside multiple product or domain teams follow a unified, high-quality engineering approach while coordinating closely with the Corporate CISO organization for standards, policies, and enterprise-level security strategies. The day-to-day As our security systems engineering lead, you must be technically strong, comfortable with modern satellite communications networks, government products/network deployment settings, and system architectures, and able to translate enterprise security directives into practical implementation patterns for engineering teams. The ideal candidate is also capable as a hands-on engineer, mentor, and cross-functional facilitator and can jump in on a program as a performer. Strategic & Cross-Functional Leadership Understands the latest challenges within satellite communications security ecosystem, as well as threats to space systems, including key mitigations that can be undertaken to prevent vulnerability to these threats Define, maintain, and enforce a consistent engineering approach, standards, and best practices for all security systems engineers embedded within domain-specific teams. Serve as the primary technical liaison between domain engineering teams and the Corporate CISO organization, ensuring alignment on security policies, architectures, and risk management practices. Participate in enterprise security architecture discussions and translate outcomes into domain and project-specific engineering requirements and repeatable patterns. Technical Leadership & Execution Provide hands-on technical leadership in designing, developing, and validating secure system architectures, communications networks, and security controls. Guide the implementation of secure network design, segmentation strategies, encryption mechanisms, identity and access controls, and monitoring systems. Conduct technical reviews, threat modeling, and architecture assessments across multiple engineering teams. Support the development of secure-by-design frameworks and automation to improve security posture at scale. Team Development & Enablement Mentor and develop security systems engineers across multiple teams, providing guidance, training, and technical oversight. Build and maintain reusable security design templates, configuration standards, and reference architectures. Support onboarding, knowledge sharing, and capability building for engineers performing security-critical work. Operations & Governance Partner with Viasat's CSOC organization to develop a strong list of monitoring requirements / patterns as part of the standard expectations across each product or service domain Ensure consistent adherence to corporate cybersecurity policies, compliance frameworks, and risk management processes. Partner with CISO functions to ensure accurate reporting of risks, issues, and mitigations from within the domain. Assess toolsets, platform capabilities, and processes to identify opportunities for enhancement and standardization. What you'll need Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or a related technical field. 5+ years of experience in security engineering, systems engineering, network engineering, or similar roles. Strong understanding of secure system design, satellite (or similar) communications networks, cybersecurity controls, and threat modeling. Demonstrated ability to apply corporate security policies to real-world engineering solutions. Experience working across organizational boundaries, including security, infrastructure, networking, and product engineering. Familiarity with modern network protocols, routing, wireless communications, encryption, and network security architecture. Hands-on experience with enterprise security tools and technologies (e.g., firewalls, IDS/IPS, PKI, SIEM, zero-trust frameworks). Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence stakeholders at multiple levels. Leadership or mentorship experience strongly preferred. US Citizenship required. Active US Secret Clearance. Ability to travel up to 20%. What will help you on the job Technical depth in security and networking Ability to influence without direct authority Systems-level thinking and architectural insight Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration Problem-solving, analytical reasoning, and risk-based judgement Ability to establish structure and consistency across decentralized teams Salary range $204,500.00 - $323,000.00 / 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 $254,000.00- $381,000.00/ 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.
Input import and export authorizations accurately into trade management software, verify records, and generate reports. | Proven ability to perform accurate data entry, proficiency with Microsoft Office, and ability to learn new systems quickly. | 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're excited to announce a dynamic opportunity for a temporary Data Entry Administrator to join our growing team! This role offers the flexibility and convenience of fully remote work, allowing you to contribute from anywhere in the United States. The Global Trade Compliance (GTC) team supports Viasat’s business and growth by being compliant with import and export regulations worldwide. We understand the regulations, requirements, and options available to us so we can transfer goods and technical information internationally and compliantly. This team interacts with all divisions within Viasat, from space to government to energy to commercial services. We support programs and products from their inception to end of life which contributes to Viasat's success by being compliant with the necessary regulations at all stages. The GTC team interacts with many groups and roles that give us intracompany and external networking opportunities, along with self advocating for the important role of export compliance. We work with a diverse group of people within Viasat and externally such as customers, engineers, contract and program managers, aftermarket services, global logistics, suppliers, legal counsel, and government entities throughout the world. The day-to-day As a Data Entry Administrator at Viasat, your prime responsibility will be working to input import and export authorizations in our Global Trade Management software system. You must be able to complete records accurately and efficiently. Your attention to detail will be a benefit as you check and verify records, enter data, and run reports. What you'll need Demonstrated ability to perform accurate and efficient data entry into internal systems or tracking software. Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) is required. Proven ability to quickly learn and adopt new software systems with guided instruction. Exhibit strong attention to detail and a high degree of organizational accuracy. Utilize effective time management skills to manage workloads and prioritize competing tasks efficiently. Ability to handle multiple priorities concurrently and perform effectively under pressure in a fast-paced environment. Possess effective written and oral communication skills for clear and professional interaction. Ability to interact effectively with a diverse group of individuals and work well as a collaborative team member. Ability to work independently and manage tasks effectively with minimal day-to-day guidance. Must be open to challenges, new ideas, and organizational change. Must be comfortable working with ambiguity and taking initiative to seek clarity when needed. What will help you on the job 1-2 years of experience performing high-volume, accurate data entry is highly desired. Proven working knowledge of Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems, such as SAP or Oracle. Previous experience working directly within a Global Trade, Logistics, or Supply Chain department is a significant plus. Salary range $14.42 - $22.84 / hourly. 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 $17.79 - $26.92/ hourly 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.
Leading product strategy, defining roadmaps, and collaborating across teams to develop and launch mobility terminal products. | 8+ years in mobility terminal product development or management, technical understanding of wireless systems, experience in UX and customer research, and ability to operate in a fast-paced, technical environment. | 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 Viasat is looking for an experienced Technical Product Manager to join our Government Transmission Systems and Services Product team. We are looking for out of the box problem solvers who are not interested in crafting “me too” products. We want someone that can identify the problems and opportunities that are in the market and find new solutions. You will own the product by defining products that provide delightful experiences to users. These products will impact service growth and redefine possibilities. You will take charge of delivering value for our customers and the business through coordinating the success of one or more robust transportation network solutions. You will evaluate product opportunities by matching market needs and business value. You will collaborate with all participants and coordinate with internal teams to define the product vision and requirements. You will assist in composing arguments or plans for the products. You will assess build or buy options. You will work with engineering and development, UX inventors, operations, and marketing to develop and promote these products. You will especially be responsible for driving optimal product strategy and success. Additionally, you will help plan product evolution and further development as needed. This ensures the product’s success in the market during all stages of its lifecycle. The day-to-day Communicate quantitative and qualitative understandings of challenges and opportunities in the resilient mobility connectivity markets to internal customers Define and communicate the product direction effectively both internally and to the market Assist the business in developing arguments and strategies related to the product Analyze market data, product specific sales, margin, demographics and competitive product releases and pricing strategies for assigned product lines Lead roadmap, strategy and requirements management processes to drive the right priorities for the product while properly documenting product requirements relevant to market needs Develop and communicate product, technology development and other roadmaps internally and externally Guide the overall direction for the offering and collaborate closely with other Product Managers in crafting their strategies. Make certain the product roadmap and portfolio are synchronized with complementary offerings and the overall corporate direction. Determine and monitor key product measurements. Guide the product team to act in ways that achieve and maintain success. Use established product success criteria. Identify, understand, and reduce product vulnerabilities in current product or service launches. Guide efforts to lessen or remove these issues in future launches. Making build, buy, or partner recommendations for various aspects of the product solution. Keep the focus on customer needs during every stage of the product's development and use What you'll need 8+ years of experience in mobility terminal product development or product management role Passionate about solving problems for customers and able to define compelling products that address those needs Proven history of defining products to deliver delightful customer experiences to our customers Demonstrated ability to lead and influence others without possessing direct authority Demonstrated capability to build consensus with others via sound decision making, business insight, empathy, and self-awareness Understanding of product lifecycle management, gathering user feedback and market changes, and creating new feature sets Ability to help develop product direction and to translate product strategy into executable product roadmaps and applicable product requirements Experience in UX design, customer research, design thinking, and maintain customer centricity throughout the product lifecycle Experience as a product influencer with proven track record to maintain deep technical and business knowledge of various market segments Collaborated with the Marketing and customer teams to understand customer use cases and translate into product requirements and priorities Proven success in a fast-paced work environment Independent problem-solving ability Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience in a commercial or technical field U.S. Government position, U.S. Citizenship required Up to 10% travel What will help you on the job Experience in developing maritime and/or land mobility SATCOM terminal products and understanding of relevant regulations and MIL-STD requirements SATCOM and/or wireless communications systems experience Demonstrated track record of delivering cross-functional, customer-facing products to ensure a world-class customer experience Experience in systems engineering, hardware and software development, networking Ability to operate amongst ambiguity, bias for action Strong team building, collaboration skills, communication skills Ability to balance strategy and execution, excellent critical thinking skills Military experience working with Special Operations and/or Expeditionary Forces Master’s in business or technical area Comfortable with technical details and having credible conversations with engineers about technical design trade-offs including platforms, frameworks, scalability, and performance Experience encouraging and maintaining internal and/or external collaborator relationships Active DoD Secret Clearance or ability to obtain when administratively feasible Salary range $145,500.00 - $230,000.00 / 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 $181,000.00- $271,000.00/ 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.
Lead strategic planning and definition of Access Edge products, manage product roadmaps and lifecycles, collaborate with engineering and business teams, and optimize customer connectivity experiences. | 15+ years relevant experience including 10+ years in technical product management, hands-on engineering experience with edge platforms, strong technical expertise in virtualization and networking, leadership of global teams, and excellent communication skills. | 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: You will provide strategic direction and leadership for the planning and definition of Access Edge products - Edge platforms (servers, software, storage, WiFi) and Terminals (Ka-band, L-band, 5G). These platforms are located at the customer venues (aircraft, ships, homes, enterprises), for use on Viasat’s networks, delivering connectivity experiences to consumers. You will collaborate with all Viasat markets and with the broad set of engineering teams, on their needs and find the best solution to meet market needs, including schedule, TCO, performance, and reliability. The day-to-day: • Create and deliver OKRs, business cases, roadmaps, and reduction of technical debt working with Business PdMs, engineering teams, and other Tech PdMs across engineering. • Ensure Access Edge engineering teams have clarity of requirements, and acceptance criteria. • Drive product roadmaps, and lifecycles to increase ROI (technology reuse, platform convergence), and decrease TCO (quality, diagnostics, supportability, EOL, simpler business process). • Focus on the customer experience, optimizing every detail from installation to reliable operation. • Use your technical knowledge to make tradeoffs, estimates, and feasibility assessments on your own, and review these with the engineering teams rather than depending on them for every ask. • Ensure price/performance of the products match the needs of each business. • Identify and invest in Innovation POCs/efforts that can make a 10-100x difference. Challenge status quo. • Track and monitor technology advancements in the market, and industry standards. • Identify potential partnerships, help make Build vs Buy decisions. • Be hands-on and manage/own Edge products and their lifecycles; manage a Tech PdM who manages/owns Terminals • Travel up to 20% What you'll need: • 15+ YoE in relevant areas and a track record of success • 10+ YoE in technical product management role • Demonstrated success managing products with a combination of Software and Hardware in Edge platforms at customer locations. Products must have delivered B2C connectivity experiences to consumers (eg., passengers, crew). • Proven ability to lead global, cross-functional teams to successfully define and manage complex technology products. • Must have been a hands-on engineer with success building software for edge platforms at customer locations. You will use this knowledge and experience to make the decisions/tradeoffs/assessments in the day-to-day life of a Technical Product Manager. Technical expertise in virtualized software (VM, Kubernetes, containers), IP networking, resource optimization in constrained hardware (memory, storage, performance). • Strong analytical skills and the ability to evaluate product performance metrics effectively to inform strategic decisions and future improvements. • Excellent communication and presentation skills, with experience conveying complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders and senior leadership. • Preferred - Experience implementing AI-driven solutions to enhance product functionality and user experience, leveraging data analytics to drive innovation and efficiency in platform operations What will help you on the job: Please note that this is an on-site role located in one of our campuses in Carlsbad, CA, Germantown, MD, Marlborough, MA, or Duluth, GA. Salary range: $199,000.00 - $314,500.00 / 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- $371,000.00/ 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.
Lead development and design of AI/ML software solutions in Python, build cloud data pipelines and infrastructure, collaborate with data scientists, and maintain CI/CD workflows. | 6+ years software development with Python, expertise in AI/ML systems, cloud platforms (AWS/GCP/Azure), Infrastructure as Code, CI/CD, Agile experience, and US citizenship. | 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 The role focuses on building and evolving AI/ML-driven software solutions. You will be a key contributor within a dynamic team of data scientists and machine learning engineers, responsible for the full lifecycle of our AI/ML-based systems and services. Your work will directly enable the creation and maintenance of robust tools that deliver data-driven insights across various business areas. The day-to-day Leading object-oriented software development and design, primarily in Python. Building and optimizing robust data pipelines and services hosted in AWS and GCP. Design, implement, and maintain cloud infrastructure using Infrastructure as Code (IaC) established methodologies (e.g., Terraform, CloudFormation). Collaborating closely with data scientists and ML engineers to put AI/ML models into production. Maintaining and promoting standard processes in CI/CD workflows for continuous integration and deployment. Providing automated reports and AI-derived insights to support various business areas. Actively participating in an Agile development environment, including planning, tracking, and reporting on progress. Partnering with team members to collect requirements and collaborate with them during the Agile development process. What you'll need Bachelor's Degree or higher in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Machine Learning, Data Science, or a related technical field. At least 6 years of professional software development experience, with a strong emphasis on Python. Proven expertise in object-oriented design and system-level architecture of AI/ML software systems. Extensive experience with cloud deployments and maintaining infrastructure in major cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, GCP, Azure), including services relevant to ML (e.g., AWS Sagemaker, GCP Vertex AI, Azure ML). Proficiency in Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools (e.g., Terraform, CloudFormation, Pulumi). Demonstrated experience with CI/CD tools and standard processes (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab CI, GitHub Actions). Experience deploying and maintaining machine learning models in production environments. Strong understanding of AI/ML concepts and experience working effectively with data scientists and machine learning engineers. Agile team development experience. Proficient communication abilities (both oral and written) to support technical and multi-functional cooperation. Ability to thrive in a collaborative, fast-paced environment. Experience in supporting business operations with data-driven solutions. US Citizenship required. Ability to travel up to 10%. What will help you on the job Understanding of manufacturing and testing processes. Experience with test data analysis and visualization tool ecosystem Salary range $161,000.00 - $255,000.00 / 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 $200,500.00- $300,500.00/ 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.
Oversee and ensure the smooth operation of essential software systems crucial to business operations. Assist engineers and developers by providing expert support to solve technical challenges and enhance productivity. | 5+ years as a Software Engineer or equivalent experience is required. Proficiency in multiple programming languages and maintaining Linux operating systems is essential. | 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 Maintaining Business-Critical Applications: Oversee and ensure the smooth operation of essential software systems crucial to business operations Support to Business: Assist engineers and developers by providing expert support to solve technical challenges and enhance productivity Triaging and Troubleshooting Issues: Quickly identify, analyze, and resolve technical issues to minimize downtime and ensure seamless operations Deploy and Maintain Infrastructure: Manage the deployment and upkeep of IT infrastructure to support business needs effectively Create Automated Playbooks: Develop and implement automated playbooks to reduce manual intervention and increase efficiency in repetitive tasks. Documented Runbooks: Create, update, and adhere to comprehensive runbooks to standardize procedures and improve reliability Integration through APIs: Work with various integrations using multiple APIs to ensure systems are well interconnected and data flows smoothly across platforms Upgrading and Patching Applications: Carry out application upgrades and patches either manually or via automation to maintain system security and performance The day-to-day Work in a team using Agile methodologies with monthly sprints to ensure the continuous delivery of high-quality solutions Assist team members, engineers, and developers by providing support and helping them overcome any issues or blockers they encounter Code, test, and deploy automation to reduce human error and increase operational efficiencies. Become a member of the on-call rotation to ensure application uptime What you'll need 5+ years as a Software Engineer or equivalent experience Proficient in multiple programming languages (python, go, ruby, java) Maintaining and fixing Linux operating systems (such as CentOS and Ubuntu) Participate in the on-call schedule US Citizenship What will help you on the job Experience with Docker and Kubernetes Ability to work in public cloud environments (AWS/Azure/GCP) Knowledge of IaC - Terraform / Cloud Formation / ARM templates Experience with configuration management tools such as Ansible, Puppet, or Chef Understanding of CI/CD tooling and SDLC General networking knowledge (TCP/UDP, Firewalls, routing, DNS) 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.
The Senior Configuration Data Manager is responsible for managing the government CDM team and governing CDM practices across government programs and contracts. This role ensures data integrity, traceability, and change control throughout the product lifecycle while maintaining compliance with company, contractual, and regulatory requirements. | A Bachelor’s degree in engineering, business, or a related field is required, along with 8+ years of progressive managerial experience. Candidates must have deep knowledge of configuration management standards and the ability to lead cross-functional initiatives. | 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 The Senior Configuration Data Manager (CDM) is a strategic leader responsible for managing the government CDM team and governing CDM practices across government programs and contracts. This role ensures data integrity, traceability, and change control throughout the product lifecycle while maintaining compliance with company, contractual, and regulatory requirements. The Senior CDM Manager provides cross-functional leadership, drives process improvement, and represents the government CDM function to senior leadership, customers and external authorities, reporting directly to the Director of Configuration Data Management. The day-to-day Lead and govern CDM practices across multiple programs/product lines, ensuring consistency, compliance, and alignment with organizational and contractual requirements. Provide leadership and direction to the CDM team, ensuring clear priorities, performance management, and development of talent. Provide cross-functional leadership and build partnerships with engineering, operations, quality, supply chain, and program management to strengthen configuration control and traceability. Translate organizational objectives into actionable strategies, influencing prioritization, priorities, and execution across programs. Represent the CDM function with authority and credibility to senior leadership, customers, auditors, and regulatory authorities. Serve as subject matter expert in configuration identification, change management, data management, configuration status accounting, and audit readiness. Oversee and optimize PLM/PDM systems and data governance protocols, driving adoption of innovative tools and technologies to enhance efficiency and digital thread continuity. Anticipate risks and lead resolution of blocking issues that span multiple programs, ensuring business area continuity and customer happiness. Ensure compliance with applicable industry standards and regulations (AS9100, EIA-649, MIL-STD-973, ISO-9001, ITAR/EAR). Evaluate CDM process efficiency and lead continuous improvement initiatives to improve efficiency, scalability, and compliance. Develop leadership capability within the CDM function by coaching and mentoring managers and senior staff. What you'll need Bachelor’s degree in engineering, business, or a related field required or equivalent experience in Configuration Data Management. 8+ years of progressive managerial experience leading professional staff. Deep knowledge of configuration management standards (e.g., AS9100, EIA-649) and lifecycle practices across hardware, software, and systems domains. Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional initiatives, manage competing priorities, and influence senior leaders, customers, auditors, and regulatory authorities. US Citizenship required. Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret Clearance is required. This is a US-remote opportunity. What will help you on the job Strong analytical mindset with proven ability to anticipate, identify, and mitigate configuration and program risks to ensure compliance with product and contractual requirements. Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills. CM 2 or CMPIC certification preferred. Advanced expertise in PLM/PDM systems, data governance, and strategies. Track record of driving process improvement, adoption of new tools/technologies, and organizational change in CDM functions Salary range $134,500.00 - $212,500.00 / 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 $160,000.00- $240,000.00/ 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.
Develop and maintain secure distributed web-based enterprise applications with a security-first mindset, build tools and frameworks to integrate security features, and collaborate closely with product management and engineering teams. | Bachelor's degree in CS or related field, 3+ years backend development, 1+ year frontend experience, proficiency in Python and JavaScript, experience with React or similar frameworks, database experience, strong communication and problem-solving skills, and willingness to learn Linux and cybersecurity tools. | 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're excited to announce a dynamic opportunity for a talented Cyber Security Software Engineer to join our growing team! This role offers the flexibility and convenience of fully remote work, allowing you to contribute from anywhere in the United States. Join Viasat's Security Software Engineering team and dive into a world of innovative cybersecurity and automation. In this role, you'll be instrumental in implementing DevOps principles, with a focus on public & private cloud, security orchestration & architecture, and application security. You'll also work on compliance & governance automation, data analytics, visualization, and product security development. If you're passionate about leveraging your analytical and technical skills to solve complex problems, this is a challenging and phenomenal opportunity to help shape the future of cybersecurity at Viasat. The day-to-day: As a Cybersecurity Software Engineer, your day-to-day work involves a close collaboration with Product Management to implement new features for our distributed web-based enterprise application and its surrounding systems. A core part of your function will be to foster a security-first development mentality throughout the team, ensuring that security is considered from the very beginning of the design and development process. You'll also be instrumental in building tools and frameworks that simplify and streamline the integration of security features into other products across the company, making it a more efficient process for everyone. This role requires you to be a proactive force in both building secure products and enabling others to do the same. What you'll need: • A bachelor's degree or higher in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field. • 3+ years of back-end development experience, with at least one year of front-end development experience. • Proficiency in Python and JavaScript. • Experience with at least one front-end framework, such as React (preferred), Vue, Ionic, Bootstrap, Semantic UI, Foundation, Angular, or Polymer. • Experience with a variety of databases, including PostgreSQL, MySQL, MariaDB, Amazon DynamoDB, Redis, Amazon Timestream, MongoDB, Oracle, Cassandra, HBase, Hive, or Impala. • Strong communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills, along with excellent software design and debugging abilities. • The capacity to quickly learn new software, frameworks, and APIs. • Experience with, or a strong desire to learn, Linux. What will help you on the job: • 1+ year of experience in Cyber Security Engineering is ideal. • Experience with deployment tools such as Docker, Kubernetes, Git, GitHub, Heroku, Artifactory, Jenkins, Puppet, CHEF, CF Engine, Ansible, Terraform, Argo CD, and SaltStack. • Experience in configuring and implementing CI/CD pipelines, specifically with GitHub Actions and workflows. • Familiarity with cloud platforms like Amazon Web Services, OpenStack, Microsoft's Azure, Google Cloud, and Salesforce. • Experience using security tools including Tenable/Nessus/Qualys, Kali, Coverity/Fortify, Twistlock, AppSpider/Netsparker/Burp, Wireshark, Metasploit, and Nmap. • Knowledge of TCP/IP network fundamentals. 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.
Lead program execution and customer management for government satellite communications systems, coordinating across business development, engineering, contracts, finance, and operations. | 7+ years project/account management experience, government customer interaction, programmatic gate process knowledge, US citizenship, active DoD Secret Clearance with TS SCI eligibility, and ability to travel up to 25%. | 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 currently seeking a multi-faceted and meticulous Program Manager to lead our Government Advanced Systems programs. In this role you will lead program execution across all related programs and projects. You will work closely with Business Area leadership in managing customer contracts in an organization chartered to deliver high-quality, groundbreaking satellite communications system equipment for government customers. The day-to-day: Your customer management expertise and passion will be integral to help us craft new networks and service existing programs. You will work closely with our Business Development team and directly with our customers to define system requirements, and will work with our engineering teams to find practical solutions meeting these requirements. You will be a primary point of contact for key programmatic communications with our customers and provide best-of-class service and support throughout the entire program life-cycle while participating in business area growth. What you'll need: • 7+ years' proven experience as a Project Manager or Account Manager • Proven ability to work in high pressure situations while maintaining professionalism • Ability to present technical and programmatic details at an abstracted level in a customer-facing language • Proven experience leading and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams including, but not limited to, Business Development, Engineering, Contracts, Finance, and Operations both internally and externally • Demonstrated skills with working with VIP and/or government customers • Exceptional verbal and written communication skills • Programmatic gate process experience • Airborne SATCOM experience • Proven track record with driving contractual requirements to deliver on-time • Bachelor's Degree in a technical subject area or equivalent experience • US Government position. US Citizenship Required • Active DoD Secret Clearance with the ability to obtain a TS SCI Clearance. • Ability to travel up to 25% What will help you on the job: • Masters degree in a technical OR business subject area Salary range: $150,500.00 - $237,500.00 / 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 $187,000.00- $280,000.00/ 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.
Lead program execution for government satellite communications systems, manage customer contracts, collaborate with engineering and business teams, and serve as primary customer contact. | 7+ years project or account management experience, US citizenship, active DoD Secret Clearance, ability to obtain TS SCI Clearance, experience with government customers and SATCOM, and travel up to 25%. | 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 currently seeking a multi-faceted and meticulous Program Manager to lead our Government Advanced Systems programs. In this role you will lead program execution across all related programs and projects. You will work closely with Business Area leadership in managing customer contracts in an organization chartered to deliver high-quality, groundbreaking satellite communications system equipment for government customers. The day-to-day Your customer management expertise and passion will be integral to help us craft new networks and service existing programs. You will work closely with our Business Development team and directly with our customers to define system requirements, and will work with our engineering teams to find practical solutions meeting these requirements. You will be a primary point of contact for key programmatic communications with our customers and provide best-of-class service and support throughout the entire program life-cycle while participating in business area growth. What you'll need 7+ years' proven experience as a Project Manager or Account Manager Proven ability to work in high pressure situations while maintaining professionalism Ability to present technical and programmatic details at an abstracted level in a customer-facing language Proven experience leading and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams including, but not limited to, Business Development, Engineering, Contracts, Finance, and Operations both internally and externally Demonstrated skills with working with VIP and/or government customers Exceptional verbal and written communication skills Programmatic gate process experience Airborne SATCOM experience Proven track record with driving contractual requirements to deliver on-time Bachelor's Degree in a technical subject area or equivalent experience US Government position. US Citizenship Required Active DoD Secret Clearance with the ability to obtain a TS SCI Clearance. Ability to travel up to 25% What will help you on the job Masters degree in a technical OR business subject area Salary range $150,500.00 - $237,500.00 / 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 $187,000.00- $280,000.00/ 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.
Lead complex, multi-year, cross-functional technical programs for secure space and encryption appliances, managing risks, schedules, and customer relationships. | 5+ years DoD product development experience, supplier management, KPI tracking with EVMS, strong communication, US Citizenship, active DoD Secret Clearance, and ability to travel. | 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 Viasat Government - Secure Network Systems (SNS) is seeking an experienced program manager to join the leadership team of our growing high-assurance encryption business. You will lead teams to design, develop, qualify, certify, and transition to production secure space and encryption appliances for government customers. This role requires expertise in managing complex programs, coordinating diverse engineering teams, mitigating risks, and fostering strong customer relationships while ensuring seamless execution from inception to completion. The successful candidate will have experience working with diverse engineering teams, including system architects, electrical design, software, mechanical, engineering analysis, special test equipment, and integration & test, while proactively managing risks, meeting commitments, and resolving challenges. This position requires strong leadership, motivation, and direction of cross-disciplinary teams spanning multiple organizations and geographic locations. The day-to-day • Drive complex, multi-year, cross-functional, technical programs that enhance and expand our critical edge security cryptographic solutions suite, aligning with the teams' mission • Oversee the entire program lifecycle, ensuring coordination among engineering and non-engineering stakeholders while managing requirements, risks, cost, and schedules • Track progress, resolve dependencies, and ensure clear communication with cross-functional teams and leadership to achieve program goals • Act as the high-level, comprehensive owner of assigned projects, providing strategic direction and oversight • Monitor and manage program-level milestones, risks, issues, and decisions to ensure seamless execution • Foster employee engagement and a high-performance "One-Team" Viasat culture by facilitating effective performance management • Create an environment where individuals excel through accountability, encouragement, and empowerment • Develop key customer relationships to strengthen market position and drive long-term success • Monitor and assess customer satisfaction, quality, and profitability to ensure sustained value and growth What you'll need • 5+ years' experience working in the Department of Defense product development or support area • Proven experience working with suppliers and subcontractors as an integral part of deliverables • Ability to develop and track new and existing Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and multiple metrics to evaluate overall program performance using Earned Value Metrics System (EVMS) practices • Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to drive resolutions to completion • Strong organizational skills to manage multiple aspects of large-scale projects, track progress across various programs • Ability to synthesize complex program information into actionable recommendations for team members and senior leaders • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, ensuring efficient and effective program messaging across internal teams and external customers • Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to interact across all organizational levels • Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience • US Government position. US Citizenship required • Active DoD Secret Clearance • Ability to travel up to 25% both CONUS or OCONUS What will help you on the job • Experience with space hardware development programs • Knowledge and experience with project management methodologies and best practices such as PMP • Familiarity with security/cyber technologies and IP networking • Experience with leading and writing Government proposals • Experience developing Space-borne hardware platforms • Experience with encryption devices and certification processes • Experience with DFARS based contracts and accounting Salary range $150,500.00 - $237,500.00 / 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 $187,000.00- $280,000.00/ 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. 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