Licensing Specialist

Viasat; Washington (District of Columbia); Remote; USD 81,000 - 128,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated licensing specialist to enhance its government and regulatory affairs group. This role is pivotal in managing a diverse global license portfolio while ensuring compliance with national licensing requirements. The ideal candidate will thrive in a collaborative environment, leveraging strong communication and organizational skills to support regulatory submissions and maintain a comprehensive licensing database. Join a team that values innovation and inclusivity, and contribute to impactful projects that connect people around the world. If you are ready to take on a dynamic role in a fast-paced environment, this opportunity is for you.

Qualifications

• 4+ years in government and regulatory affairs with telecommunications licensing.
• Strong communication and organizational skills required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a comprehensive licensing database and track compliance deadlines.
• Coordinate with internal teams for regulatory submissions and licensing materials.

Skills

Government and regulatory affairs

Telecommunications licensing

Communication skills

Administrative skills

Organizational skills

Project management

Team collaboration

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's degree

Juris Doctorate or equivalent

Job description

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, Inc. seeks a licensing specialist to join its government and regulatory affairs group. This successful candidate will play a key role in maintaining Viasat’s increasingly diverse global license portfolio.

The day-to-day

More specifically, the successful candidate will be able to:

1. Collaborate with internal collaborators to maintain a comprehensive licensing database and improve its capabilities to meet changing business requirements.
2. Track the status of existing licenses and pending applications, and ensure updates are timely and appropriately collected in the licensing database.
3. Develop and maintain template application materials and licensing precedent, and support the preparation and submission of application materials and related filings.
4. Coordinate with internal partners to track compliance deadlines, prepare required reports, and satisfy other relevant requirements promptly.
5. Assist in the evaluation of national licensing requirements in light of Viasat’s planned network operations and other business activities.
6. Work closely with other teams within the company (business, technical, legal, accounting, etc.) to obtain vital factual inputs and facilitate appropriate internal review of planned regulatory submissions.

What you'll need

1. Four years of experience in the field of government and regulatory affairs and with telecommunications-related licensing matters.
2. Willingness and ability to operate in a team environment.
3. Ability to communicate fully, clearly, and effectively, both orally and in writing, with leadership and teammates.
4. Excellent administrative and organizational skills with high attention to detail and accuracy, together with the ability to manage simultaneous projects.
5. Ability to take initiative and adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced corporate environment.
6. Ability to consistently meet deadlines.
7. Ability to travel up to 20%.
8. This is a US remote role.

What will help you on the job

1. Juris Doctorate degree or equivalent.

Salary range

$81,000.00 - $128,000.00 / 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 $101,000.00- $151,000.00/ 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 here.

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.