US Licensing & Regulatory Affairs Specialist

ViaSat Inc.; North Dakota; On-site; USD 89,000 - 141,000; Full time

Job summary

Viasat, Inc. seeks a U.S. Licensing Specialist to join its government affairs and regulatory team. This role focuses on acquiring and managing the regulatory authorizations that enable Viasat's services in the United States.

You will draft applications, track licenses, monitor regulatory developments, and collaborate with global licensing, legal, and financial teams to align licensing with product roadmaps. A JD is not required; travel up to 20% is possible, and base pay varies by location.

Qualifications

• 6–8 years of experience in government and regulatory affairs, specifically with telecommunications licensing (satellite space preferred).
• Exceptional written and oral communication with leadership and government partners.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple licenses and deadlines.
• Adaptability to changing priorities in a fast-paced corporate environment.
• Team player who meets strict deadlines and can work across functions.
• Willingness to travel up to 20% as needed.

Responsibilities

• Project management of complex licensing initiatives and status reporting to stakeholders.
• Collaborate with global licensing, business, technical, legal, and accounting teams on licensing inputs.
• Draft applications, develop template materials, and support license filings.
• Research and analyze U.S. licensing requirements and their implications.
• Track license statuses and ensure timely compliance with deadlines and reporting.

Skills

Licensing

Regulatory affairs

Telecommunications

Stakeholder communication

Travel readiness

Education

Juris Doctorate degree or equivalent

Job description

Viasat, Inc. seeks a U.S. Licensing Specialist to join its government affairs and regulatory team. This role focuses on acquiring and managing the regulatory authorizations that enable Viasat's services in the United States.

You will draft applications, track licenses, monitor regulatory developments, and collaborate with global licensing, legal, and financial teams to align licensing with product roadmaps. A JD is not required; travel up to 20% is possible, and base pay varies by location.