Senior Gov't Programs Manager: Secure SATCOM & SDN

Viasat; Reston (VA); On-site; USD 183,000 - 275,000; Full time

Job summary

Viasat is seeking a Senior Program Manager for the Government Services & Solutions area to lead the execution of complex internal development programs that deliver secure, resilient connectivity supporting government and military missions worldwide.

You will coordinate software-defined networking, SATCOM, terminals, antennas, and network infrastructure, guiding cross-functional teams in a matrixed environment to meet cost, schedule and performance objectives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in technical or business discipline or equivalent relevant experience
• 10+ years of multifaceted Program or Project Management experience
• Experience leading large internal development programs including software development, satellite networking, hub designs, satellite terminals and antennas, or systems-of-systems
• Proven ability to lead and collaborate within a highly matrixed organization
• Strong leadership presence with the ability to influence and drive outcomes without direct authority
• Ability to present technical and programmatic information 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

Responsibilities

• Be accountable for endtoend program execution, managing cost, schedule, technical performance, and risk across multiple internal development efforts
• Lead and coordinate crossfunctional 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 executivelevel 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)

Skills

Program management

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Cross-functional collaboration

Risk management

Executive communication

Hybrid Agile / predictive

DoD security clearance

Technical communication

Budget & scheduling

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Viasat is seeking a Senior Program Manager for the Government Services & Solutions area to lead the execution of complex internal development programs that deliver secure, resilient connectivity supporting government and military missions worldwide.

You will coordinate software-defined networking, SATCOM, terminals, antennas, and network infrastructure, guiding cross-functional teams in a matrixed environment to meet cost, schedule and performance objectives.