Chief of Staff, Office of the CEO

Viasat, Inc. • Carlsbad, CA

19h

About The Position

The Chief of Staff (CoS) to the Office of the CEO is a high-impact senior leadership position that serves as the primary liaison and "force multiplier" between the CEO and the executive team, staff, and external stakeholders to oversee information flow, facilitate decision making, and manage priority audience relationships. This leader acts as the connective tissue for the organization, bridging communication gaps across business and central function areas. As a trusted confidant, you will operate as a strategic thought partner, providing the critical decision support and analytical rigor necessary to shape company strategy and set global priorities as Viasat evolves and grows as a global leader in satellite communications and defense technologies.

A defining feature of this role is the oversight of the Chief of Staff function across Viasat. You will lead the centralization and standardization of CoS best practices, ensuring that the operational model is uniform and that the Executive Leadership Team works together seamlessly. In this capacity, all other Chiefs of Staff within the organization will have a dotted-line reporting relationship to you, looking to this role for leadership and standard-setting. Additionally, you will directly manage the CEO's Executive Assistant(s) to ensure full alignment of the office of the CEO.

This role reports to the Chief Enterprise and Strategy Officer.

Requirements

• 12+ years of proven experience in leadership roles, specifically within complex, global technology, or engineering environments in global organizations
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Sciences, or Business required.
• Demonstrated ability to see the "big picture" while maintaining mastery over operational and tactical details.
• Exceptional ability to build trust and influence others, without direct authority, from the C-suite to front-line employees.
• Experience in creating or refining business processes and operating models to improve organizational efficiency.
• Proven track record of analyzing large swaths of data to present concise briefings and actionable recommendations.
• Expert verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to craft executive-level presentations.
• Curiosity and adaptability in learning and adopting new technologies, including AI based tools and processes to improve business outcomes, decision-making, and organizational effectiveness.

Nice To Haves

• MBA from a top-tier business school or an advanced degree in a relevant technical or financial field.
• Experience in tech, specifically telecommunications
• Previous experience in strategy consulting at a top-tier firm.
• Sound understanding of internal communications, finance, and business operations processes.
• A high degree of situational awareness and diplomacy to navigate complex political landscapes and anticipate the needs of the President and CEO.

Responsibilities

• Support design and refinement of the executive operating model, defining how the executive team interacts and how strategic decisions cascade throughout the organization.
• Serve as a repository of ideas and a sounding board for the CEO, helping to anticipate future trends and construct meaningful strategies to address sensitive or high-impact matters.
• Serve as the central leader for all Viasat Chiefs of Staff, establishing best practices and ensuring consistency in how the CoS role is executed across different segments.
• Lead the creation of alignment and tracking metrics, using OKRs to ensure the CEO’s priorities are visible and measurable at every level.
• Act as the primary bridge between the CEO and their direct reports, facilitating access, vetting requests and improving the speed and efficiency of interactions and decisions.
• Directly oversee the Executive Assistant(s) and the CEO's administrative rhythm to maximize the CEO's impact and focus.
• Independently prioritize and troubleshoot emergent issues, leading business-critical projects at short notice on behalf of the CEO.
• Provide the CEO with analytical rigor, data gathering, and briefing materials to accelerate decision-making on complex Group-level issues.
• Act as a central point of communication, championing change initiatives and ensuring the CEO’s vision is clearly communicated to internal and external stakeholders.
• Oversee or support the planning of high-stakes leadership events, including board meetings, off-sites, and global all-hands, to ensure they drive toward practical results.

Benefits

• range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the position offered
• comprehensive benefit offerings that are focused on your holistic health and wellness

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Executive