Senior Development Program Manager – Government Services & Solutions

Viasat; Duluth (GA); On-site; USD 148,000 - 233,000; Full time

Job summary

Viasat is seeking a Senior Program Manager for Government Services & Solutions to lead complex internal development programs delivering secure, multi-domain connectivity for government and military missions worldwide.

You will coordinate software-defined networking, SATCOM, terminals, antennas, and network infrastructure, guiding cross-functional teams and ensuring cost, schedule, and risk are managed to meet stringent requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or higher in technical or business field.

Responsibilities

• Be accountable for end-to-end program execution across multiple internal development efforts.
• Lead cross-functional teams including Engineering, Operations, Cyber & Information Security, and Finance.
• Influence stakeholders across a matrixed organization to drive alignment and accountability.
• Plan, track, and report program performance using metrics and milestones.
• Manage program risks and opportunities and resolve issues to meet commitments.
• Ensure programs meet certifications, security requirements, and compliance obligations.
• Adhere to Viasat’s development process (VGate).

Skills

Program management

Cross-functional leadership

Agile methodologies

Stakeholder influence

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in technical or business discipline

Tools

VGate process

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

As a Senior Program Manager for Viasat’s Government Services & Solutions business area, you will lead the execution of complex internal development programs that deliver secure, resilient, multi‑domain connectivity solutions supporting government and military missions worldwide. Your work will directly enable Viasat’s ability to connect users and platforms across air, land, and sea, ensuring reliable communications in highly contested and operationally demanding environments. You will be responsible for driving projects that span software-defined networking, satellite communications (SATCOM), terminals, antennas, network infrastructure, and managed connectivity services, aligning technical execution with mission and customer requirements. Success in this role requires the ability to influence diverse technical teams, align stakeholders around shared objectives, and maintain disciplined execution to meet cost, schedule, and technical requirements while managing risks.

The day-to-day

• Be accountable for end‑to‑end program execution, managing cost, schedule, technical performance, and risk across multiple internal development efforts
• Lead and coordinate cross‑functional teams including Engineering, Operations, Cyber & Information Security, and Finance
• Influence teams and stakeholders who do not directly report to you, driving alignment and accountability in a matrixed environment
• Plan, track, and report program performance using metrics, milestone tracking, and executive‑level status reporting
• Manage program risks and opportunities, proactively identifying issues and driving resolution to meet program commitments
• Ensure programs meet internal development objectives while supporting required certifications, security requirements, and compliance obligations
• Adhere to Viasat’s development process (VGate)

What You’ll Need

• Bachelor’s degree in technical or business discipline, or equivalent relevant experience
• 10+ years of multifaceted Program or Project Management experience, including responsibility for cost, schedule, technical performance, and risk management
• Strong experience leading large internal development programs, including software development, satellite networking, hub designs, satellite terminal and antennas, or systems‑of‑systems efforts
• Proven ability to lead and collaborate within a highly matrixed organization
• Strong leadership presence with the ability to influence, negotiate, and drive outcomes without direct authority
• Ability to present technical and programmatic information at an abstracted level to senior leadership
• Demonstrated hybrid Agile and predictive project execution methodologies and reporting
• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills
• U.S. Government position requiring U.S. Citizenship and the ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance

What Will Help You On The Job

• Experience supporting satellite communications, networking, terminals, or complex integrated systems
• Background working in government, defense, or other regulated environments
• Experience supporting certifications, cybersecurity, and compliance requirements
• Active DoD Clearance

Salary range

$147,500.00 - $233,000.00 / 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 $183,000.00- $275,000.00/ 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.