ViaSat

US Satellite Policy Council

ViaSat$199K — $314K *
Telecommunications & Hardware
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 8+ years of experience in government and regulatory affairs, with at least 5 years in FCC matters preferred.
  • Juris Doctorate degree or equivalent educational background.
  • Strong strategic thinking and concise advocacy skills in both written and verbal communication.
  • Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple projects under pressure.
  • Exceptional communication skills for effective engagement with a variety of stakeholders.
  • Ability to take initiative and adapt to a fast-paced corporate environment.
  • Proven teamwork capabilities with a focus on meeting deadlines.
  • Willingness to travel up to 25% of the time.

Responsibilities

  • Proactively shape the U.S. policy and regulatory environment to advance company interests.
  • Evaluate significant developments in policy and regulation to identify new opportunities and risks.
  • Formulate adaptable strategies and positions for the company.
  • Craft advocacy materials for communication with regulators and policymakers.
  • Collaborate with external counsel to align advocacy with company positions.
  • Meet with government agencies and stakeholders to represent company interests.
  • Advance company positions at international spectrum-related conferences and trade association discussions.
  • Prepare applications for new spectrum access and operating authority with internal teams.
  • Conduct legal research and prepare analyses for various stakeholders.
  • Support litigation efforts and other contested proceedings as necessary.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health and wellness programs.
  • Flexible work arrangements to promote work-life balance.
  • Opportunities for professional development and continuing education.
  • Potential for additional cash or stock incentives aside from base pay.
Full Job Description
What you'll do

The successful candidate in this role will play a pivotal role in developing and implementing Viasat's policy and regulatory strategy in the United States, working with senior leaders throughout the company.

The day-to-day

Job responsibilities include:
  • Proactively shaping the U.S. policy and regulatory environment to advance company interests and objectives.
  • Evaluating significant developments in the U.S. policy and regulatory environment to identify opportunities and risks.
  • Formulating robust and adaptable company positions and strategies.
  • Crafting advocacy materials to effectively communicate Viasat's positions to regulators, policymakers, and other stakeholders in formal and informal contexts.
  • Collaborating with external counsel and consultants to maintain alignment between external advocacy and company positions.
  • Meeting with government agencies such as the FCC and NTIA, as well as other stakeholders, to advance company interests and objectives.
  • Advancing company positions in preparation for and on U.S. 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.
  • Working with internal partners to prepare and prosecute applications for new spectrum access and operating authority.
  • Conducting legal research and preparing related analyses for consumption by internal and external partners.
  • Supporting litigation and other contested proceedings as the need arises.

What you'll need

  • 8+ years of experience in the field of government and regulatory affairs; preference for at least 5 years of experience specifically with FCC matters
  • Juris Doctorate degree or equivalent.
  • Ability to think strategically and advocate clearly and concisely, both in writing and when speaking.
  • Excellent organizational skills with attention to detail and accuracy, together with the ability to run simultaneous projects under pressure.
  • Exceptional communication abilities; ability to ask clear questions and obtain needed answers from partners, government, and counsel.
  • Ability to take initiative and adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced corporate environment.
  • Ability to operate effectively as part of a team and to consistently meet deadlines.
  • Ability to travel up to 25%.

What will help you on the job

  • Experience working in the technology industry or SATCOM

Salary range

$199,000.00 - $314,500.00 / 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 $247,000.00- $371,000.00/ 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.

About ViaSat

ViaSat is a global communications company that provides satellite and wireless networking technology, services, and solutions. The company was founded in 1986 and is headquartered in Carlsbad, California. ViaSat offers a range of products and services, including satellite broadband internet, in-flight Wi-Fi, and secure networking systems for government and military customers. The company has more than 6,200 employees and operates in over 50 countries. ViaSat is publicly traded on the NASDAQ stock exchange under the ticker symbol VSAT.
Learn more about ViaSat
Size
7,000 employees
Market Cap
$2.2 billion
Industry
Net Income
-$2 million
Founded
1986
5 Year Trend
+12.3%
Revenue
$2.2 billion
NASDAQ

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