General Manager, Tactical Communications Solutions

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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.

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 products—including 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.

• 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

• Executive
  
  Experience:
  
  Minimum of 15+ years of progressive executive leadership experience managing a significant P&L and driving growth (preferably $150M+) within the defense, aerospace, or government technology sector.
• Customer focus and capture:
  Proven experience with understanding the customer problem to be solved and building sustaining customer relationships across multiple stakeholder and influencer communities, resulting in successful captures and business growth.
• Domain Expertise:
  Deep understanding of tactical communications, military networking, SATCOM, Software‑Defined Networking (SDN), or related C4
  
  ISR technologies along with an understanding of the broader DoW strategy and key gaps.
• Execution Oversight:
  Demonstrated understanding of program management and control techniques (Agile Dev‑Ops, Earned…