Workday Systems Analyst, Temporary

About Us

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.

The Workday Systems Analyst will work closely with senior team members, business partners, and external consultants to help define requirements, test system functionality, and support day-to-day system operations. This role provides hands‑on experience with Workday configuration, testing, reporting, and end‑user support while continuing to build functional and technical expertise. Note this is a temporary role expected for 12 months.

• Assist with configuration alongside upkeep of Workday Core HCM and Onboarding functionality, including business processes and workflows
• Participate in detailing and analyzing existing business processes within Workday
• Support system reviews and demonstrations alongside business users to understand requirements and identify gaps
• Develop and carry out test cases and test scripts; document and communicate testing results
• Partner with business users to capture functional requirements and help evaluate system capabilities
• Respond to helpdesk cases by providing guidance, troubleshooting issues, and escalating when needed
• Translate business needs into basic functional requirements with guidance from senior team members
• Assist in evaluating change requests and estimating level of effort
• Support the creation and maintenance of standard and moderately complex Workday reports using Report Writer and Report Designer

• Basic to intermediate experience supporting Workday or another HR/HCM system
• Familiarity with Workday configuration, reporting, or security concepts is a plus
• Strong curiosity about HR systems and business process improvement
• Ability to learn new systems and concepts quickly
• Good communication skills, both written and verbal
• US Citizenship required

• Diligent with good organizational and time‑management skills
• Team‑oriented attitude with a willingness to collaborate and ask questions
• Ability to handle various tasks with guidance in a fast‑paced environment
• Customer‑focused approach with a desire to support internal customers

$99,000.00 – $ / annually. For specific work locations within San Jose, the San Francisco Bay area and New York City metropolitan area, the base pay range for this role is $–$ annually. Viasat considers many factors when it comes to compensation, including the scope of the position and your background and experience. Base pay may vary depending on job‑related knowledge, skills, and experience.

Additional cash or stock incentives may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to a range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the position offered. Learn more about Viasat’s comprehensive benefit offerings that are focused on your holistic health and wellness at

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.

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