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Product Development Program Manager, Ground Encryptor
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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
Viasat Government – Secure Network Systems (SNS) is seeking an experienced program manager to join the leadership team of our growing high‑assurance encryption business. You will lead teams to design, develop, qualify, certify, and transition to production secure networking and communication appliances for government customers.
The day‑to‑day
This role requires expertise in managing complex programs, coordinating diverse engineering teams, mitigating risks, and fostering strong customer relationships while ensuring seamless execution from inception to completion.
The successful candidate will have experience working with diverse engineering teams, including system architects, electrical design, software, mechanical, engineering analysis, special test equipment, and integration & test, while proactively managing risks, meeting commitments, and resolving challenges.
This position requires strong leadership, motivation, and direction of cross‑disciplinary teams spanning multiple organizations and geographic locations.
What You’ll Need
10+ years of experience in Program Management as described above
Experience working with suppliers and subcontractors as an integral part of the deliverables
Monitor and manage the program level milestones, risks, issues and decisions
Extensive problem‑solving skills, and ability to drive resolutions to a close
Manage program communications internally to teams and externally to customers
Monitor and assess customer satisfaction, quality and profitability
At least 5 years’ experience in leading technical teams
Organizational skills to manage multiple facets of a large‑scale project and to track progress for several programs at once
Strong communication skills (written and verbal); ability to interact with all levels in the organization
Knowledge of EVMS practices
Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering or equivalent experience
Experience executing US Government Programs, US citizenship required
Active DoD Secret clearance
Travel up to 25 %
What Will Help You On The Job
Experience cryptographic hardware development programs
Knowledge and experience with project management methodologies and best practices such as PMP
Familiarity with security/cyber technologies and IP networking
Experience with leading and writing Government proposals
Experience developing hardware platforms for cryptographic services
Experience with encryption devices and certification processes
Salary Range
$150,500.00 – $237,500.00 annually. For specific work locations within San Jose, the San Francisco Bay area and New York City metropolitan area, the base pay range for this role is $187,000.00 – $280,000.00 annually.
Seniority level: Not Applicable
Employment type: Full‑time
Job function: Project Management and Information Technology
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.
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Product Development Program Manager, Ground Encryptor
role at
Viasat .
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
Viasat Government – Secure Network Systems (SNS) is seeking an experienced program manager to join the leadership team of our growing high‑assurance encryption business. You will lead teams to design, develop, qualify, certify, and transition to production secure networking and communication appliances for government customers.
The day‑to‑day
This role requires expertise in managing complex programs, coordinating diverse engineering teams, mitigating risks, and fostering strong customer relationships while ensuring seamless execution from inception to completion.
The successful candidate will have experience working with diverse engineering teams, including system architects, electrical design, software, mechanical, engineering analysis, special test equipment, and integration & test, while proactively managing risks, meeting commitments, and resolving challenges.
This position requires strong leadership, motivation, and direction of cross‑disciplinary teams spanning multiple organizations and geographic locations.
What You’ll Need
10+ years of experience in Program Management as described above
Experience working with suppliers and subcontractors as an integral part of the deliverables
Monitor and manage the program level milestones, risks, issues and decisions
Extensive problem‑solving skills, and ability to drive resolutions to a close
Manage program communications internally to teams and externally to customers
Monitor and assess customer satisfaction, quality and profitability
At least 5 years’ experience in leading technical teams
Organizational skills to manage multiple facets of a large‑scale project and to track progress for several programs at once
Strong communication skills (written and verbal); ability to interact with all levels in the organization
Knowledge of EVMS practices
Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering or equivalent experience
Experience executing US Government Programs, US citizenship required
Active DoD Secret clearance
Travel up to 25 %
What Will Help You On The Job
Experience cryptographic hardware development programs
Knowledge and experience with project management methodologies and best practices such as PMP
Familiarity with security/cyber technologies and IP networking
Experience with leading and writing Government proposals
Experience developing hardware platforms for cryptographic services
Experience with encryption devices and certification processes
Salary Range
$150,500.00 – $237,500.00 annually. For specific work locations within San Jose, the San Francisco Bay area and New York City metropolitan area, the base pay range for this role is $187,000.00 – $280,000.00 annually.
Seniority level: Not Applicable
Employment type: Full‑time
Job function: Project Management and Information Technology
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.
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