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Job description

Bigger challenges. Bolder ideas. Global impact. At Viasat, we’re on a mission to deliver connections with the capacity to change the world. We’re the company behind the world’s fastest satellite internet service, with technology that’s helping to bridge the digital divide and improve life for our customers around the globe. By providing powerful new ways for people to connect with one another, gain greater access to education, entertainment, medical research, commerce, and much more, our team is empowering millions of customers worldwide.  

We’re growing rapidly and looking for passionate, innovative professionals to join our team and connect the world to more. You’ll work in a collaborative and inclusive environment that values diverse perspectives and continuous learning, and provides industry-leading benefits with unmatched opportunities for career growth. Our team is fearless in pursuit of new ideas and uncompromising in our quest to become the world’s first truly global Internet Service Provider. Interested in joining our mission? Take a look at career opportunities at Viasat today.


Job Responsibilities

Enhancing communication all around the globe…our customers range from Commercial to Government making us complex, yet flexible in meeting the world’s communication needs. This is a unique opportunity to work with our talented engineers building the next generation of advanced communications products and systems. Viasat is looking for a creative, highly motivated, and innovative Project Manager to work at the forefront of what makes us successful.

As a successful Technical Project Manager you will be managing the cost, schedule, technical requirements, performance and customer relations aspects of satellite communication antenna development programs at the enterprise level. You will also be responsible for the technical aspects, working in close collaboration with leading mechanical, RF and system engineers. You have a proven record of successfully leading a development effort through design and verification stages, and are ideally versed in agile development methodologies. You have excellent customer relations and communications skills. You have served as the primary customer interface through the life of a program. You understand the Business Development and bid process and have participated in programs from concept to implementation. In addition, you will be responsible for growing programs and product offerings to our customers, driving the strategy, profit and loss, customer interfacing, product evolution, marketing of the product line, and presentations to customers and senior management. We will look to you to lead, direct, and motivate cross-functional teams across multiple organizations while ensuring our customers’ requirements are being met. You will get the opportunity to evaluate competitive products and make “Make/Buy” decisions for strategic products to enable Service offerings. This is an opportunity to be part of a multi-disciplined team and choose a career path that matches your ambition.

Requirements

• 5+ years of project management and customer management experience for product development programs


• 5+ years of technical engineering background


• Demonstrated experience in leading multi-disciplinary teams through multiple phases of the product development and service life-cycle.


• Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering or similar technical discipline


• Up to 10% travel


• Swiss Citizenship, EU (27) Citizenship, or Valid Swiss Work Permit

Preferences

• Familiarity with agile and lean development methodologies


• Communications systems development experience


• Expertise in Microsoft Office and Microsoft Project and proficiency in developing, tracking, and maintaining project schedules.

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Additional requirements

Minimum education:

BA/BS or equivalent experience

Years of experience:

4-6 years

Travel:

Up to 10%

Citizenship:

Swiss, EU (25) Citizenship or Valid Swiss Work Permit required

Clearance:

None