Product Development Program Manager, Ground Encryptor
Viasat · Carlsbad, CA | Marlborough, MA | Tempe, AZ | Tampa, FL · Program Management
About this role
Viasat is hiring a manager-level Engineering Manager in the software engineering function based in Carlsbad, CA | Marlborough, MA | Tempe, AZ | Tampa, FL. The posting calls out experience with Encryption. Compensation is listed at $141,500–$224,000 per year.
- Role
- Engineering Manager
- Function
- software engineering
- Level
- manager
- Track
- hybrid
- Location
- Carlsbad, CA | Marlborough, MA | Tempe, AZ | Tampa, FL
- Department
- Program Management
- Posted
- May 29, 2026
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Job description
from Viasat careersOne 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.