Deputy Program Manager

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

NarrowBand Solutions (NBS) seeks a Deputy Program Manager (DPM) to assist in leading internal development, capital, and contract programs. As an NBS DPM, you will epitomize program management excellence, you will digest new technology quickly, guide technical roadmaps, work with teams to generate customer solutions, gain consensus in building solutions to new challenges, engage with multiple customer groups, drive execution with a collaborative team, and ensure the customer’s success.

The day-to-day

We're looking for a highly motivated and experienced Deputy Program Manager (DPM) to join our Narrow Band Solutions (NBS) team. In this pivotal role, you'll work closely with the Program Manager, playing a key part in the successful execution of critical programs from inception through delivery. You’ll be instrumental in ensuring projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards, contributing directly to the growth and success of the NBS business.

What You'll Do:

• Support Program Leadership: Assist the individual coordinating the program in all aspects of program planning, execution, and closure, acting as their trusted second-in-command.
• Drive Project Execution: Take ownership of specific work packages and tasks, ensuring they are completed efficiently and effectively.
• Manage Scope, Schedule, and Budget: Supervise and manage program boundaries, timeline, and financial plan, actively identifying and resolving risks and issues.
• Coordinate Cross-Functional Teams: Facilitate seamless collaboration between engineering, operations, supply chain, finance, and other colleagues both inside and outside the organization.
• Communication and Reporting: Prepare and present program updates, reports, and presentations to internal and external partners, maintaining clear and concise communication.
• Risk Management: Participate in the identification, assessment, and mitigation of program risks and opportunities.
• Customer Engagement: Support customer interactions, ensuring customer happiness and successful delivery of contractual obligations.
• Process Improvement: Contribute to the continuous refinement of processes and procedures involved in program management.

What you'll need

• 5+ years of proven experience in program or project management within the aerospace, defense, telecommunications, or a related high-tech industry.
• Proven experience managing complex technical projects with multiple partners.
• Strong understanding of program management methodologies (e.g., Traditional, Agile, or Hybrid) and tools.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and motivate cross-functional teams.
• Demonstrated ability to handle scope, schedule, budget, and risks effectively.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in Business, Engineering, Science, or a related technical field.
• US Citizenship or Lawful Permanent Residence required due to government contract requirements.
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally up to 25%
• Onsite position in Carlsbad office with ability to obtain a Secret Clearance.

What will help you on the job

• PMP or equivalent program management certification.
• Experience with US Federal Government contracts.
• Experience with satellite communication systems or large-scale network deployments.
• Be a self-starter capable of communicating product and service information to users.
• Active Secret Clearance.

Salary range

$85,500.00 - $140,500.00 / 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 $106,500.00- $159,500.00/ 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.