Air Mobility Command (AMC) Technical Account Manager - Government Aviation

Viasat, Inc.

Remote - Illinois, Illinois(remote)

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$141,500–$224,000 Per Year
JOB TYPE
Full-time
SKILLS
Air Force, Aviation Industry, Business Development, Communication Systems, Cross-Functional, Customer Relations, Customer Training, Government, Interpersonal Skills, Leadership, Logistics, Matrix Management, Metrics, Microsoft Office, Military, Needs Assessment, On Site Support, Performance Analysis, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Product Support, Project/Program Management, Sales Management, Satellite Communications, Technical Leadership, Technical Presentation, Top Secret Clearance, Transportation Routing, United States Air Force (USAF), United States Citizen, Willing to Travel
LOCATION
Remote - Illinois, Illinois
POSTED
8 days ago
About us:

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.

What you'll do:

We are looking for an AMC Technical Account Manager to join our Government Aviation team! The AMC Technical Account Manager position is a new role envisioned to be a liaison between Air Mobility Command and the Viasat Government Solutions and Services (GSS) organization.  In this role you will support existing contracts supporting VIP/SAM, KC-135 and deployable gateway communications systems.  This position will be strategically located to provide on-site, in-person support to the Air Mobility Command organization. In this position, you will drive the Viasat relationship within AMC and will advocate the growth and adoption of the Viasat products and services within the USAF mission. The business area will look for this position to help execute and further develop the partnerships and mission success on existing and new programs. You will serve as an on-site liaison and provide coordination between GSS Leadership, Business Development, Program Managers, and the broader Viasat enterprise.

The day-to-day:
  • Be a problem solver who proactively leads and finds solutions both internally and externally
  • Provide business, technical, and product knowledge in support to ensure mission success
  • Address product related questions and technical challenges
  • Educate customers on how existing and new product features and functionality work
  • Generate periodic service performance reports and monitor service metrics to ensure optimal performance
  • Act as the interface to Viasat’s support organization to appropriately route customer requests and efficiently address critical topics
  • Partner with Business Development teams to form relationships with customers’ decision makers, business contacts, and influencers
  • Works with customers to understand their technical needs for products and services finding opportunities for Viasat
  • Provides technical guidance, status, and leadership to customers and internal teams for all account related activities
  • Manage within a cross-functional, matrix organization of engineers, developers, operations, logistics and field support as part of the customer program
What you'll need:
  • 5+ years of proven experience in a technical account facing role or similar customer facing role
  • Bachelor’s Degree, (STEM preferred) or equivalent experience
  • Demonstrated experience managing customer expectations and delivery scope
  • Excellent interpersonal skills that build positive relationships with other team members
  • Solid understanding of military aircraft platforms and organizations, particularly within USAF
  • Ability to present complex technical material to a variety of audiences
  • Ability to lead multi-functional teams
  • Understanding of satellite communication systems and technologies
  • US citizenship required
  • Ability and willingness to obtain up to a Top Secret clearance
  • Willingness and ability to travel up to 20%, domestic and internationally
  • Must be able to work on the Scott Air Force Base  
What will help you on the job:
  • Military experience/understanding is highly desired
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office

#LI-BBS 

Salary range: $141,500.00 - $224,000.00 / 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 $176,000.00- $264,000.00/ 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. 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

careers@viasat.com

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About the Company

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Viasat, Inc.

Digital Communication Products for Commercial and Government Markets

ViaSat produces innovative satellite and other digital communication products that enable fast, secure, and efficient communications to any location. We bring today’s new communication applications to people out of reach of terrestrial networks, in both the commercial and government sectors, with a variety of networking products and services.

Here you’ll find a company that is always asking,” What’s next?”, with the vertically integrated set of technologies to push the limits of what is possible for your system and service performance.

Products:

  • Satellite networks for fixed-site and mobile communications
  • Satellite antenna systems
  • Wireless datalinks and terminals for combat situational awareness
  • Cybersecurity and Information Assurance for military networking and encrypted data storage
  • Mobile IP networking for soldiers
  • Communication microprocessor chipsets
  • Application and communication acceleration
  • Satellite network and RF system design
  • Communication simulation and training systems

Services:

  • Global mobile satellite services for government and commercial aircraft, vehicles, and seagoing vessels
  • Satellite Internet access and other broadband services for consumers, business, and government customers in the U.S.
Recognized for Innovation, Growth, and Stability

With these past awards, ViaSat is well known as a successful, innovative, high-growth company:

  • World Technology Network - 2013 Winner, Communications Technology Award for high-capacity satellite system
  • Arthur C. Clarke Foundation - Innovator Award, CEO Mark Dankberg
  • Edison Awards 2013 - Bronze award for communications innovation
  • Popular Science 2012 "Best of What's New" for Exede Internet and high-capacity satellite system
  • Satellite Research and Markets - 2012 Visionary Executive of the Year
  • Society of Satellite Professionals International (SSPI) - 2012 Industry Innovator
  • TechAmerica - 2011 American Technology Award in the Telecommunications
  • Space News "Top 50 Space Companies"
  • San Diego Magazine "Made In San Diego: 11 Cool Companies"
  • Mark Dankberg American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics (AIAA) "2008 Aerospace International Communications Award"
  • Hannover Fairs ISCe2004 Satellite Industry Award for Innovation and Technology
  • Mark Dankberg Via Satellite “2003 Satellite Executive of the Year”
  • Defense Systems "Super 75"
  • DefenseNews "Top 100 Defense Contractors"
  • DefenseNews "Fast Track 50"
  • Washington Technology "Top 100 Federal Prime Contractors"
  • Three-time INC. 500 prior to going public in 1996


Surpassing 2,900 Employees and $1 Billion in Sales

The company employs over 2,900 professional and support personnel. The largest department is engineering, with many holding graduate degrees in electrical engineering or computer science. Annual revenues hit a record $1.1 billion during the most recently completed fiscal year (ended March 29, 2013).

History

ViaSat is part of the well-known Linkabit Corporation “family-tree” that spawned hundreds of San Diego area telecom startups, including Qualcomm, General Instruments, and Titan. Founded in 1986 by three former M/A-Com Linkabit employees, ViaSat is publicly traded on the Nasdaq Stock Market under the symbol VSAT. Go to the History, Timeline or Industry Innovation & Firsts pages for more details.

To find out more about ViaSat, use the links on this page to explore our Web site.
Note: ViaSat Inc. is a separate company from and is not affiliated with Viasat Broadcasting, owned by Modern Times Group, Sweden.



COMPANY SIZE
2,500 to 4,999 employees
INDUSTRY
Telecommunications Services
FOUNDED
1986
WEBSITE
http://www.viasat.com/company/about/about-viasat