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JOB DETAILS

Sales Manager

CompanyViasat, Inc.
LocationCanberra
Work ModeOn Site
PostedNovember 4, 2026
About The Company
At Viasat, we go above and beyond. So you can too. We believe connectivity is a catalyst that can help you unlock more value, improve operations and enable new experiences. We do this by delivering reliable, high-performance connectivity plus advanced digital platforms and services that help you transform every connection into an opportunity. With over four decades of expertise and one of the world’s most advanced multi-network, multi-orbit satellite connectivity ecosystems, we are always ready to meet the unique demands of governments, businesses and communities. Whether you’re flying at 35,000 feet, operating in remote regions, or leading complex missions, we're here to help you get more out of your connectivity.
About the Role
About us

At Viasat, the work you do helps people stay connected in ways that matter, from everyday moments to critical missions across air, land, sea, and space.

 

We’re a place for people who are curious, bold, and motivated by meaningful work. Here, you'll have the opportunity to make an impact, explore new possibilities, and grow your career in ways that align with your interests and goals. When you're ready to take on something new, you'll find leaders who support your development and help you turn your ambition into action.


What you'll do

We deliver end to end Multi-domain Connectivity and Advanced Networking solutions for Australian and New Zealand government customers. Our team brings together Sales, Commercial and Service Delivery functions to connect our customer needs with Viasat's technology solutions. From initial engagement and opportunity development, through to delivery and ongoing support.


The day-to-day

The day-to-day

  • Build and maintain strong relationships with current and potential customers, gaining an in-depth knowledge of their needs and priorities
  • Develop an deep understanding of Viasat's airtime services and technology offering, and how those can be used to solve customer challenges
  • Proactively identify and pursue opportunities across the Defence and government sectors
  • Engage potential customers, and showcase Viasat's capabilities, co-ordinating demonstrations and solutions
  • Drive opportunities forward with persistence and commercial focus, turning conversations into tangible outcomes.

What you'll need

You will need:

  • Experience in Sales or Business Development
  • A self-starter mentality, with the drive and resilience to pursue opportunities through to an outcome
  • The ability to operate autonomously, take ownership and deliver results
  • Strong relationship building skills, ideally with established connections across the Defence and Government sectors.
  • A proactive, commercially minded approach and the determination to turn opportunities into revenue.

What will help you on the job

Helpful to the successful candidate will be:

  • Demonstrated experience selling into Australian Defence and Government environments, with an understanding of their procurement processes and stakeholder landscape.
  • A self starter mentality, with the agility and initiative to identify opportunities, adapt to changing priorities and drive outcomes
  • Proven ability to manage the full sales life-cycle, from opportunity identification and customer engagement through to negotiation and close, with minimal administrative support.
  • A commercially driven approach, with the persistence and resourcefulness to navigate complexity and turn opportunities into sales.

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.

 

Viasat actively supports a diverse workforce and strongly encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples and people from culturally diverse backgrounds.
Key Skills
SalesBusiness DevelopmentRelationship BuildingDefence Sector KnowledgeGovernment ProcurementAccount ManagementStrategic PlanningNegotiationSales Lifecycle ManagementNetworking SolutionsCommercial AcumenStakeholder Management
Categories
SalesGovernment & Public SectorManagement & LeadershipTechnologySecurity & Safety
Job Information
📋Core Responsibilities
The Sales Manager will build and maintain strong relationships with Defence and government customers to identify and pursue connectivity and networking opportunities. They are responsible for managing the full sales lifecycle, from initial engagement and solution demonstrations to negotiation and closing deals.
📋Job Type
full time
📊Experience Level
5-10
💼Company Size
6946
📊Visa Sponsorship
No
💼Language
English
🏢Working Hours
40 hours
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