Associate General Counsel, US Satellite Regulatory

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, Inc. seeks an attorney for its government and regulatory affairs group, to be based in Washington, D.C. The successful candidate will play a key role in developing and executing the company's advocacy and regulatory strategy in the United States.

The day-to-day

Job responsibilities include :

• Working with other stakeholders to formulate adaptable company positions and strategies, including in response to significant developments in the legal and regulatory environment.
• Advocating before government agencies such as the FCC and NTIA, as well as state PUCs.
• Advancing company positions in preparation for and on US delegations to spectrum-related international conferences and meetings (e.g., ITU WRCs and Study Groups, CITEL PCC II, and related preparatory meetings), and in trade association discussions.
• Crafting advocacy materials to effectively communicate Viasat's positions to regulators and other partners.
• Working with internal partners to prepare and prosecute applications for new spectrum access and operating authority.
• Drafting comments and written materials for ongoing regulatory proceedings.
• Conducting legal research and preparing related analyses for consumption by internal and external partners.
• Supporting litigation and other contested proceedings as the need arises.
• Collaborating with external counsel and consultants to maintain alignment between external advocacy and company positions.

What you'll need

What will help you on the job

Salary range

$195,000.00 - $308,500.00 / 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 $242,500.00- $363,500.00 / 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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