About usOne 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 doYou will support Configuration and Data Management (CDM) activities across assigned products and programs, ensuring configuration integrity, data accuracy, and traceability throughout the product lifecycle. This is a growth role - you will be supported with structured training and mentorship as you develop into a fully qualified CDM professional. You will work alongside experienced CDM team members, building expertise in configuration management standards, tools, and processes while contributing meaningfully from day one.
The day-to-day- Support configuration and data management activities for assigned products and programs in accordance with established team processes and standards
- Learn and apply configuration control principles including versioning, baselines, data integrity, and traceability across the product lifecycle
- Use Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) and data management tools to maintain configuration structures, releases, and supporting documentation
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to coordinate and resolve configuration or data-related questions and issues
- Contribute to documentation, reports, metrics, and stakeholder communications related to configuration status
- Communicate clearly and professionally with internal stakeholders on open items, risks, and configuration status
- Identify and escalate complex issues or gaps to senior CDM team members as appropriate
- Grow into independent ownership of day-to-day CDM support for assigned products or programs with guidance from senior personnel
What you'll need- Active Secret Clearance
- Experience working in a regulated, process-driven, or compliance-oriented environment (any industry)
- Strong analytical and organizational skills with high attention to detail
- Clear written and verbal communication skills
- Demonstrated ability to learn new tools, processes, and standards with minimal guidance
- Comfortable working independently and managing multiple priorities
What will help you on the job- Familiarity with PLM systems or data management tools
- Exposure to configuration management concepts or standards (e.g., EIA-649)
- Background in Quality Assurance or Quality Engineering
- Background in Supply Chain or Procurement (defense or aerospace)
- Background in Systems Engineering
- Background in Manufacturing or Production Engineering
- Background in Document Control or Records Management
- Background in Software Configuration Management
- Background in Integrated Logistics Support (ILS) or Technical Writing
- Background in Program or Project Management in a defense or regulated environment
Salary range$82,000.00 - $129,500.00 / 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 $102,000.00- $153,000.00/ 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
EEO StatementViasat 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.
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