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:
Enhancing communication all around the globe…, our domestic and foreign customers range from Commercial to Government, making us complex, yet flexible in meeting the world’s communication needs. Viasat is looking for a creative, bright, and innovative Program Manager to work at the forefront of what makes us successful. This is a unique opportunity to work with our talented engineers developing and supporting technology programs in Viasat’s Software and Platforms Mobility business.
We are seeking a Program Manager to lead programs for enterprise mobility new customer onboarding. In this role you will facilitate the software development and delivery phase of programs from inception through Entry into Service. The candidate will have experience working with a variety of engineering teams (system architects, software, special test equipment, integration, and test), managing schedule and performance risk, meeting commitments and anticipating and circumventing problems. In addition, you will be developing stakeholder relationships and working effectively with functional areas within the company. You will be leading, directing, and motivating cross-discipline teams across multiple organizations and geographic sites.
The day-to-day:
The Program Manager works with business, engineering development and product management teams to help facilitate the execution of projects / programs and to improve end to end operational efficiency of engineering domains.
The PM helps accomplish the goals and objectives of the organization through building effective relationships with business leaders, project teams and project stakeholders.
What you'll need:
- 5+ years of experience in Program Management as described above
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Experience working with suppliers and subcontractors as an integral part of the deliverables
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Monitor, manage and report program level milestones, risks, issues, and decisions
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Extensive problem-solving skills, and ability to drive resolutions to closure
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Manage program communications internally to teams/stakeholders/leadership and externally to customers
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4+ years experience leading technical teams on Software development projects
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Organization skills to manage multiple facets of a large-scale project and to track progress for several programs at once
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Strong communication skills (written and verbal) and intrapersonal skills; ability to interact with all levels in the organization
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Knowledge and experience with project management methodologies and best practices
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Experience working within Agile Development Frameworks
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Experience managing project scope and deliverables, including change control methodologies
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Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering or equivalent experience
What will help you on the job:
The PM should have a foundational knowledge of theories, practices and procedures related to Program/Project management
The PM should be able to apply knowledge and skills to complete their assigned work autonomously with minimal supervision
The ideal candidate has a background in Program/Project management, Scrum/Agile, software development or testing, and a mindset centered around critical thinking
Salary range: $109,000.00 - $196,300.00 / 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.