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Viasat · 2 months ago

Director, Demand Modeling and Capacity Strategy

United States

Full-time

Remote

Director/Executive

$214K/yr - $321K/yr

15+ years exp

Viasat is a global communications company on a mission to deliver connections that can change the world. They are seeking a Director of Network/Capacity Modelling and Capacity Strategy, responsible for forecasting future demand and planning resources efficiently to meet that demand, while leading a team to optimize capacity across government services.

InternetOptical CommunicationTelecommunications

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Own and refine the dynamic capacity planning process that matches customer demand with global network supply—across Viasat’s satellite fleet and strategic partners

Provide proactive and actionable network models in support of business development and capture teams, enabling confident, timely pursuit of new programs

Develop planning models that reflect capacity needs for both U.S. and international government customers, integrating defense attachés, coalition partners, and foreign military sales into the forecasting framework

Lead the development of long-range capacity strategies for GSS across GEO, MEO, and LEO architectures — including internal assets and commercial leases

Collaborate with Viasat’s Commercial Networks and International teams to ensure unified visibility and optimized use of capacity globally

Oversee onboarding of NGSO and third-party networks into GSS operations, ensuring security, SLA alignment, and full readiness for government and coalition mission sets

Champion a data-first culture in network decision-making: forecast accuracy, link budget analytics, SLA enforcement, and infrastructure utilization

Leverage tools like statistical models, machine learning, to analyze historical data, market trends, customer behavior, and macroeconomic trends for accurate forecasting

Lead and mentor the demand and capacity planning team: Foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement within the team

Effectively communicate sophisticated forecasts and insights to various stakeholders, including executives, gaining consensus on demand plans and influencing decisions

Champion initiatives to enhance planning processes, tools, and methodologies, using advanced analytics and digital transformation efforts

Continuous improvement: Find opportunities to improve forecasting accuracy, optimize capacity utilization, and enhance demand and capacity planning processes

Qualification

Demand planningCapacity modelingLink budget analysisStatistical modelsMachine learningData analysisSatellite communicationsContinuous improvementTeam leadershipCross-functional collaborationEffective communicationProblem-solving

Required

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Data Science, or related field

15+ years Engineering (Electrical, RF, or similar) or related work experience

Significant experience (10+ years is common) in demand planning, forecasting, and link budgets

Proven ability to lead and develop teams, set goals, manage projects, and lead change within a fast-paced and complex environment

Ability to communicate complex information effectively to both technical and non-technical audiences, influence stakeholders, and facilitate cross-functional meetings and discussions

Proven ability to work with end users and present technical information to them effectively

Ability to analyze complex situations, see opportunities and risks, compose effective solutions, and contribute to long-term planning

Experience with software like SatMaster, Satellite Communications Toolbox in MATLAB & Simulink, or other commercial and in-house developed tools is essential for efficient and accurate link budget calculations

Experience with large-scale data platform solutions

US citizenship required

Must be able to obtain a United States Secret Clearance