Government Property Administrator

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.

We are thrilled to announce an exciting opportunity for a Property Administrator to join our dynamic team in Tempe, AZ! This hybrid role offers the unique blend of working collaboratively within our Tempe office and the flexibility of remote work.

Join our dynamic team and play a vital role supporting Manufacturing, Operations, and Engineering with Government program compliance. This hybrid on-site/off-site position offers exciting variety, from managing process control documents and overseeing government-owned materials to interfacing with auditors and driving continuous improvement. You'll be a key player in ensuring regulatory compliance (FAR 52.245-1) while collaborating with Program Management on critical tasks like property contract closeouts and loss reporting. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and possess exceptional organizational skills, this is your chance to make a real impact.

• Maintain property record databases for uniquely identified property, summary records, subcontractor property, excess property, and disposed property.
• Prepare various property reports upon request, such as government inventory and government property status reports.
• Resolve complex issues with sound judgment, ensuring compliance with government regulations and corporate policies.
• Participate in government property-related meetings.
• Collaborate with Lab Custodians to maintain proper control of property within labs.
• Build and maintain relationships with Program Managers to stay informed of new contracts, modifications, and other changes.
• Identify and execute property tagging requirements.
• Interface with Materials, Program Management, and Contracts teams regarding government property requirements.
• Support the Compliance Leader during regular self-assessment audits.
• Recommend and implement process improvements for the Government Property team.
• Assist in documenting gains/losses, including the valuation of changes.

• 3 years' experience basic inventory management and/or material handling.
• Associates degree or equivalent experience.
• Excellent communication skills when interacting with internal customers and suppliers.
• Proficient with MS Office Suite, including advanced Excel and Word.
• Familiar with the requirements to FAR52.245-1.
• Self-starter who is accountable for their responsibilities and projects.
• NPMA CPPS certified or willing and able to become certified within 18 months of being hired.
• US Government Position. US Citizenship Required.

• 2 years of experience specific to managing government assets/property.
• Experience in an ERP environment with super user responsibilities.
• Oracle and Sente system experience.
• Experience working with inventory on government property projects
• Experience stocking and handling ESD/MSD sensitive materials
• Strong understanding of handling space hardware or environments with complex compliance requirements
• Ability to obtain U.S. Security Clearance

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.