TMF Deputy Program Manager: Lead End-to-End Delivery

Viasat; Carlsbad (CA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 149,000; Full time

Job summary

Viasat is seeking a TMF Deputy Program Manager in Carlsbad, CA, to act as the second-in-command for the Tactical Mission Fabric program portfolio. You will own work packages end to end, manage the integrated master schedule, and ensure contracts are executed on time and within budget, across multiple programs with DoD stakeholders.

The role requires experience leading complex government contracts, strong communication skills, and the ability to navigate cross-functional teams across engineering,

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in program or project management within aerospace, defense, telecommunications, or related high-tech industry.
• Proven experience managing complex technical projects with multiple stakeholders and cross-functional teams.
• Working command of program management fundamentals: scope, schedule, budget, and risk management on contractual efforts.
• Experience with government contracts (DoD or other federal agencies), including deliverables and reporting obligations.
• Strong understanding of program management methodologies (Waterfall, Agile, or hybrid) and tools.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to tailor program and financial detail to leadership, engineering, and customer audiences.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Business, or a related field.
• US Citizenship or Lawful Permanent Residence required due to government contract requirements.
• Active US DoD Secret clearance required.
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally up to 25%
• Onsite position in the Carlsbad office

Responsibilities

• Support Program Leadership: act as trusted second-in-command and alternate.
• Drive Work Package Execution: own work packages end to end within budget and contract requirements.
• Integrated Master Schedule: build, maintain, and defend the schedule across TMF programs; manage critical path and recovery plans.
• Cost and Schedule Discipline: monitor scope, schedule, budget, and perform EVMS where required; track program health.
• Contract Deliverables: manage CDRLs, data items, and reporting obligations across the portfolio.
• Proposal Support: assist with BOEs, execution schedules, staffing plans, and past-performance narratives for pursuits.
• Subcontract and Supply Chain: coordinate with contracts, subcontracts, and procurement for deployments.
• Customer Engagement: support reviews, status Briefings, and acceptance with DoD stakeholders.

Skills

Program management

Cross-functional leadership

Communication

Risk management

Waterfall/Hybrid

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/CS/Business

Tools

PM tools

Job description

Viasat is seeking a TMF Deputy Program Manager in Carlsbad, CA, to act as the second-in-command for the Tactical Mission Fabric program portfolio. You will own work packages end to end, manage the integrated master schedule, and ensure contracts are executed on time and within budget, across multiple programs with DoD stakeholders.

The role requires experience leading complex government contracts, strong communication skills, and the ability to navigate cross-functional teams across engineering,