Senior Gov Services Program Manager - SATCOM & Security

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

Job summary

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

You will coordinate software-defined networking, SATCOM, terminals, antennas, and network infrastructure, influence matrixed teams, and ensure cost, schedule, and risk targets are met.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a technical or business discipline or equivalent experience.
• 10+ years in multifaceted program or project management with cost, schedule, and risk ownership.
• Experience leading large internal development programs across software, SATCOM, and network infrastructure.
• Ability to lead in a highly matrixed organization and influence without direct authority.
• Strong communication skills and ability to present to senior leadership.
• Experience with hybrid Agile and predictive project execution.

Responsibilities

• Be accountable for end-to-end program execution across multiple internal development efforts.
• Lead and coordinate cross-functional teams including Engineering, Operations, Cyber & Information Security, and Finance.
• Influence stakeholders in a matrixed environment to drive alignment and accountability.
• Plan, track, and report program performance with metrics and executive status updates.
• Manage risks and opportunities; drive resolution to meet commitments.
• Ensure compliance with security requirements and internal development objectives.

Skills

Program management

Budget management

Risk management

Cross-functional leadership

Stakeholder alignment

Security clearance readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in technical or business discipline

Job description

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

You will coordinate software-defined networking, SATCOM, terminals, antennas, and network infrastructure, influence matrixed teams, and ensure cost, schedule, and risk targets are met.