General Manager, Tactical Communications Solutions

General Manager, Tactical Communications Solutions

One team. Global challenges. Infinite opportunities. At Viasat, were 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. Were 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 is seeking an accomplished and visionary General Manager (GM) to lead our Tactical Communications Solutions (TCS) business unit within the Mission Connections and Cybersecurity (MC2) business area, managing a $200M+ P&L. This executive role is pivotal in driving the strategy, growth, and execution for a diverse portfolio focused on delivering resilient connectivity and networking solutions across the tactical battlespace and into the enterprise cloud. The GM will be responsible for overseeing a rich mix of advanced productsincluding edge wireless devices, SATCOM terminals / systems, tactical data link gateways, software-defined edge-to-enterprise / cloud networking, and free-space optics communications. A core focus will be on accelerating product innovation while successfully expanding the business model toward integrated system solutions and service-based offerings to connect across the tactical battlespace and to the enterprise for our global government customers.

The Day-To-Day

The day-to-day responsibilities include :

• P&L and Business Management : Full ownership and accountability for the TCS business unit's $200M+ P&L, including revenue generation, margin performance, expense management, and driving profitable growth.
• Strategic Leadership : Define and execute the long-term strategic vision for TCS, aligning product development, market penetration, and go-to-market strategies with overall Viasat Government objectives and evolving customer needs.
• Innovation & Portfolio Evolution : Champion innovation across the product portfolio, focusing on next-generation edge devices, advanced networking, and secure, resilient communications technologies. Successfully drive the transition from pure product sales to integrated, service-based solutions and system delivery.
• Customer and Market Focus : Serve as the executive-level point of contact for key government customers and partners. Deeply understand the tactical battlespace and enterprise cloud requirements to ensure the portfolio remains market-leading and relevant.
• Organizational Development : Lead, mentor, and build a high-performing executive team across program management, product management, sales and business development. Foster a culture of accountability, innovation, and cross-functional collaboration.
• Operational Excellence : Oversee the execution of complex programs and ensure operational efficiency in product development and delivery to maintain high levels of quality and customer satisfaction.
• Cross-functional Collaboration : Work across engineering, business development, government affairs, operations, supply chain, Security, IT, contracts, legal & HR to own and ensure successful outcomes for our customers while meeting business commitments across revenue, schedule and quality.
• M&A and Partnership : Identify and evaluate potential strategic partnerships, technology acquisitions, or ventures that align with the TCS growth strategy

What You'll Need

The qualifications include :

What Will Help You On The Job

The following will help on the job :

Salary Range

$242,500.00 - $345,000.00 / 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 $293,500.00- $396,500.00 / 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.

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.