Aviation Certification Lead for LEO Terminal Systems

Amazon

Redmond (WA)

On-site

USD 137,000 - 186,000

Full time

14 days+
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Job summary

Amazon Kuiper Manufacturing Enterprises LLC in Redmond, WA seeks a Senior Certification Aviation Engineer to lead certification for aviation terminals and cross-functional product development. You will guide regulatory compliance, define requirements, and influence design decisions across teams.

Candidates should have 7+ years in aviation regulatory roles, 5+ years leading teams, and a strong track record in project management and stakeholder communication within aerospace ecosystems.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science or related, or equivalent work experience.
  • 5+ years of managing complex technology projects with engineering teams.
  • 7+ years in aviation regulatory/compliance (DO-160, FAR P21/P145, Boeing/Airbus).
  • 5+ years of leading high performing, tech-savvy teams.
  • Experience defining requirements and driving them across organizations.

Responsibilities

  • Deliver results on complex projects with cross-functional teams.
  • Subject matter expert on certification for Leo aviation products.
  • Define requirements to meet aviation certification requirements.
  • Influence product design and architecture.
  • Assess system capabilities and certification impact.
  • Problem solve and improve current processes and systems.
  • Coordinate with teams to deliver quality products on time and cost.
  • Drive continuous improvement and flawless documentation delivery.
  • Willingness to travel.

Skills

Leadership
Regulatory knowledge
Requirements management
Cross-functional collaboration
Stakeholder communication
Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's in Engineering/CS or related
Master's or PhD in Engineering/CS/Business
Equivalent work experience

Job description

Amazon Kuiper Manufacturing Enterprises LLC in Redmond, WA seeks a Senior Certification Aviation Engineer to lead certification for aviation terminals and cross-functional product development. You will guide regulatory compliance, define requirements, and influence design decisions across teams.

Candidates should have 7+ years in aviation regulatory roles, 5+ years leading teams, and a strong track record in project management and stakeholder communication within aerospace ecosystems.

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