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're thrilled to announce an exciting opportunity to join the Viasat Government People & Culture (P&C) team as a Director, Talent Acquisition. This position can be located at any of our US locations or remotely within the US. 

 

The Director, Talent Acquisition is a business-aligned leader responsible for developing and executing a comprehensive recruitment strategy that supports Viasat Government’s (VGOV’s) mission, growth, and operational excellence. This role oversees all aspects of employment strategy, including, sourcing, candidate experience, compliance, and labor market intelligence. Operating in a highly regulated defense environment, the Director ensures VGOV attracts and hires top talent across cleared and non-cleared roles while maintaining a strong employer brand and delivering a seamless hiring experience.

 

This leader partners closely with business units, P&C Business Partners, and executive stakeholders to ensure staffing solutions are responsive to evolving business needs and external market conditions. They lead a team of Talent Advisors and manage vendor relationships, systems, and analytics to drive performance and accountability across the function.

The day-to-day

Talent Acquisition Strategy & Business Alignment

Develop and implement scalable sourcing strategies for cleared and non-cleared rolesPartner with business leaders to forecast hiring needs and align recruitment plans to workforce strategyProvide labor market insights and competitive intelligence to inform hiring decisionsEnsure recruitment practices support business continuity, compliance, and inclusive goals

Operational Excellence & Compliance

Oversee ATS optimization, recruitment analytics, and vendor managementEnsure hiring practices meet defense industry standards, labor regulations, and internal governanceManage employment branding, recruitment marketing, and candidate experience initiativesMaintain consistent corporate image across all recruiting channels and campaigns

Team Leadership & Stakeholder Engagement

Lead and develop a high-performing team of Talent AdvisorsCollaborate with P&C BPs, P&C leaders, and business stakeholders to deliver integrated staffing solutionsServe as a strategic advisor on employment matters, including affirmative action and compliance reportingMentor emerging leaders and contribute to shaping VGOV’s talent narrative

Data & Reporting

Monitor hiring trends, turnover rates, and candidate feedback to inform strategyDeliver regular reports and insights to HR leadership and senior managementUse data to assess recruitment effectiveness and drive continuous improvement
What you'll need

Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business, or related field preferred10+ years of progressive leadership experience in talent acquisition or staffingProven success in managing recruitment for complex, regulated environmentsStrong analytical, communication, and stakeholder engagement skillsExperience with cleared hiring, government contracting, or defense industry preferred
What will help you on the job

Understanding and working knowledge of:

Strategic Workforce PlanningTalent Acquisition Operations & ComplianceEmployer Branding & Candidate ExperienceData-Driven Decision MakingInclusive Hiring & Market Intelligence
Salary range

$187,000.00 - $295,000.00 / 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 $232,000.00- $348,000.00/ 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 here.