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
Communicator. Facilitator. Leader. Sound like you? As a Program Manager at Viasat, you will play all these roles and more! You will lead existing and new programs within the Viasat Real-Time Earth (RTE) business area, providing Ground Segment-as-a-Service to satellite operators through a network of antennas spanning six continents. Programs are typically multi-year service awards from domestic and international customers in both the public and private sector.
Your experience working cross-functionally within Viasat business areas and externally with customers will enable you to meet key commitments throughout the customer lifecycle.
The day-to-day
The Program Manager is a critical position responsible for owning the RTE customer experience. You will be empowered to lead change within the business area to increase efficiency and customer satisfaction.
In this role you will track, monitor, and act on contractual and financial obligations. Key to this role is leading the implementation of the NASA Near Space Network (NSN) Services contract. The NSN Services contract is a 10yr, $4.8B IDIQ contract to commercialize all NASA communications and navigation requirements from Earth to 2-million kilometers in space. As Program Manager, you will play a pivotal role in building customer trust and growing Viasat’s role in this contract vehicle.
What you'll need
- 5+ years of Program Management experience
- Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering or equivalent technical experience
- Extensive experience with MS Project
- Proven strong financial experience in EVMS or similar cost and schedule management systems
- Skilled in structured risk management processes
- Extensive problem-solving skills, demonstrated leadership in the face of sudden setbacks
- Outstanding communication, decision-making, negotiation, and problem-solving skills are key enablers for success in the role
- Travel up to 25% may be required
- US Citizenship required
What will help you on the job
- Master's Degree or equivalent experience in a technical field
- Experience managing project requirements for DoD or other USG end users
- Familiarity with satellite communications and ground station operations
- Steadfast customer focus, a passion for excellence, and a one-team approach describe the successful candidate
Salary range
$124,000.00 - $195,500.00 / 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 $143,000.00- $215,000.00/ 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.
