People and Culture People Partner

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're thrilled to announce an exciting opportunity to join our Viasat Government People & Culture (P&C) team as a People and Culture People Partner. This hybrid role offers the best of both worlds: meaningful collaboration in our Duluth office and the flexibility of remote work.

The People & Culture (P&C) People Partner is a trusted advisor responsible for delivering operational P&C generalist services across Viasat Government (VGOV). This role supports employees and managers through the full employee lifecycle, ensuring consistent application of P&C policies, effective resolution of employee relations matters, and a positive, inclusive workplace culture.

Operating in a dynamic and highly regulated environment, the People Partner provides hands-on support in performance management, investigations, compliance, and day-to-day HR operations. This role collaborates closely with shared services, centers of excellence, and other P&C functions to ensure seamless service delivery and alignment with VGOV's values and business goals.

Employee Relations & Investigations

• Serve as the first point of contact for employee relations issues, providing guidance and support to employees and managers
• Conduct thorough, impartial workplace investigations and document findings with recommended actions
• Promote open communication and conflict resolution to foster a respectful and productive work environment

Performance Management

• Coach managers through performance management processes including goal setting, feedback, and performance improvement plans
• Support facilitation of performance reviews and ensure alignment with VGOV's culture of accountability
• Provide tools and resources to drive effective performance conversations and outcomes

Policy Implementation & Compliance

• Ensure HR policies and procedures are communicated, understood, and consistently applied
• Monitor legal compliance and risk management practices, staying current with employment law and industry standards
• Support audit readiness and documentation integrity across employee relations and HR processes

Operational HR Support

• Manage and maintain employee records, contracts, and P&C documentation
• Respond to P&C queries and provide day-to-day support for onboarding, offboarding, leave management, and other lifecycle processes
• Collaborate with shared services and centers of excellence to ensure efficient and compliant P&C operations

Culture & Engagement

• Support initiatives that foster an inclusive, engaging, and high-performing workplace culture
• Act as a culture ambassador, modeling VGOV's values and supporting employee well-being
• Partner with leaders to reinforce positive behaviors and drive employee engagement

• Bachelor's degree in human resources, Business, or related field; HR certification preferred
• 5-8 years of experience in HR generalist or employee relations roles
• Strong knowledge of employment law, HR policies, and best practices
• Proven ability to manage sensitive situations with discretion and professionalism
• Experience in defense, aerospace, or highly regulated industries preferred

Understanding and working knowledge of:

• Employee Relations & Conflict Resolution
• Performance Coaching & Manager Enablement
• Policy Implementation & Compliance
• Operational HR Execution
• Cultural Intelligence & Stakeholder Engagement
• Data Literacy & HR Metrics Interpretation

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.