Program Manager

Viasat

North Logan, UT

Full Time

Senior

113k-179k

about 1 month ago

Job Description

About the Role

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. As a Programs Manager, you will be a member of a highly capable team developing novel Low Earth Orbit (LEO) communication/sensing payloads and space vehicles in the RSM business area. RSM operates as a startup within Government Systems so a Program Manager will be required to take on multiple challenges and operate effectively through ambiguity.

Key Responsibilities

Managing cost and schedule performance on complex development programs.
Adopting continuous improvement.
Leading proposal opportunities.
Leading emerging special programs.
Developing customer relationships.
Guiding engineering teams through complex developments.
Ensuring customer requirements are satisfied.
Performing within cost and schedule constraints.
Effectively guiding product development teams through complex development issues.

Requirements

8+ years of professional experience in Program Management or Program Direction.
Proven experience with program planning, monitoring and control, financial accounting, contracts, risk management, and earned value.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Ability and willingness to obtain a security clearance.
Bachelor's degree in an engineering, science, or technical subject area.
US citizenship required.
Must be able to obtain Top Secret SCI Clearance.
Up to 25% domestic travel.

Nice to Have

Security clearance with SSBI/SCI highly preferred.
Experience with payload and/or electronics development for LEO applications.
Experience with development of complex digital signal processing software and firmware.
Master's degree in a relevant Engineering subject area.
Ability to perform first-order systems level analysis.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in an engineering, science, or technical subject area.

Benefits & Perks

Salary range $113,000.00 - $179,000.00 annually.
Additional cash or stock incentives.
Range of medical, financial, and other benefits.
Comprehensive benefit offerings focused on holistic health and wellness.

Working at Viasat

Viasat considers many factors when it comes to compensation, including the scope of the position as well as your background and experience. The company values diversity, inclusion, and creating a welcoming environment for all qualified applicants.

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