Job Requirements
Carlsbad, CA
Confidential Polygraph Unspecified
Career Level not specified
$119,000 - $188,500
Job Description
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
We are seeking an innovative and energetic Program Manager with extensive experience leading complex, cross-functional initiatives in matrixed organizations. The ideal candidate will bring a strong background in IT program management, digital transformation, governance, and customer engagement. This role requires a strategic problem solver who can drive enterprise-level programs, mentor project teams, and partner effectively with business and technology leaders.
The day-to-day
What you'll need
What will help you on the job
Salary range
$119,000.00 - $188,500.00 / 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 $148,500.00- $222,500.00/ 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.
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
We are seeking an innovative and energetic Program Manager with extensive experience leading complex, cross-functional initiatives in matrixed organizations. The ideal candidate will bring a strong background in IT program management, digital transformation, governance, and customer engagement. This role requires a strategic problem solver who can drive enterprise-level programs, mentor project teams, and partner effectively with business and technology leaders.
The day-to-day
- Lead large-scale, complex programs across multiple business units, including technology, operations, and enterprise functions.
- Develop and manage program plans, schedules, budgets, resource allocations, and risk management plans.
- Ensure alignment with organizational strategy, helping to develop and achieve Objectives and Key Results.
- Participate in portfolio reviews to ensure alignment and prioritization of initiatives.
- Track benchmarks, balanced scorecards, and performance metrics to support data-driven decision-making.
- Collaborate with internal partners and external vendors to define requirements and deliver solutions.
- Manage vendor contracts, performance, and relationships.
- Forecast and manage project budgets and procurement activities.
- Promote standard processes in project methodology, Agile, SDLC, and managing organizational transitions.
- Support the development and rollout of PMO policies, procedures, and governance frameworks.
- Drive process improvements related to project intake, prioritization, solution evaluation, and organizational change management.
What you'll need
- 10+ years of experience in IT project and program management.
- Demonstrated success managing enterprise-level programs with cross-functional partners.
- Strong understanding of SDLC, Agile methodologies, and digital transformation.
- Experience with portfolio reporting, SLA and benchmark development and management.
- Proven ability to manage budgets, schedules, and resource capacity.
- Excellent communication, leadership, and partner management skills.
- Experience with tools such as Jira, Microsoft Project, Monday.com, AdaptiveWork.
- Experience with cloud migrations, AI implementations, or other enterprise data initiatives.
What will help you on the job
- Experience working or managing projects governed by the NIST Risk Management Framework (RMF).
- Experience in financial management (capital planning, return on investment, make/buy analysis, and similar financial activities).
- ITIL v4 Foundation, Lean Six Sigma or related certificate.
- PMP, PgMP, or ACP certificate desired.
Salary range
$119,000.00 - $188,500.00 / 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 $148,500.00- $222,500.00/ 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.
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