Program Manager & Certification Engineer

AMI Aviation Avionics; Mukilteo (WA); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

401(k)

PTO

Paid holidays

Relocation assistance

Bonuses

Job summary

AeroMech is seeking a Program Manager / Certification Engineer to support aircraft modification and certification programs, primarily FAA Part 23 and Part 25. This hybrid role combines program management, certification engineering and certification management responsibilities.

The successful candidate will drive programs from kickoff through STC approval, coordinating with FAA, customers, and internal teams.

Qualifications

• 2–10 years of aerospace experience in engineering, certification, or program management.
• Experience with FAA Part 23 and Part 25 certification programs is beneficial.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple programs and deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Serve as Program Manager and customer point of contact for STC programs.
• Develop and maintain project schedules, milestones, critical path items, risks, and commitments.
• Coordinate across engineering, certification personnel, manufacturing teams, and other internal teams to keep programs moving smoothly.
• Support FAA communications and certification documentation throughout development.

Skills

Program management

FAA certification

Aerospace engineering

Certification coordination

Job description

AeroMech accelerates the future of aerospace by providing full-service integration of inflight connectivity, avionics and other aircraft systems and equipment. By utilizing its delegations as an FAA STC ODA, Part 21 PMA and Part 145 repair stations at the Orlando/Sanford Airport (KSFB) and in Smyrna, TN (KMQY), AeroMech can provide a dynamic and efficient approach to integrating the latest and most desirable technology into your aircraft.Employees who build successful careers at AeroMech are self-motivated, adaptable, and eager to develop diverse skill sets that allow them to contribute across multiple roles and responsibilities. We value individuals who take ownership of their work, proactively identify what needs to be done, and do not require day-to-day direction to remain productive.We are seeking a Program Manager / Certification Engineer to support aircraft modification and certification programs, primarily involving FAA Part 23 and Part 25 aircraft.This is a hybrid role combining program management, certification engineering and certification management responsibilities. The successful candidate will help drive assigned programs from kickoff through STC approval and implementation while coordinating the certification activities, technical deliverables, schedules, customers, and internal teams required for successful execution.This position may be filled at the entry- to mid-level depending on relevant experience. Candidates with stronger program management experience may be mentored in aircraft certification, while candidates with stronger certification or engineering backgrounds may be developed in program management. As experience is gained, the individual will assume increasing ownership of assigned programs and become a primary customer and internal focal for their successful execution.**Key Responsibilities:****Program Management**Serve as the Program Manager and customer point of contact for assigned STC programs and other certification programs.Develop, maintain, and actively manage program schedules, milestones, critical path items, priorities, action items, risks, and customer commitments.Internally coordinate activities across various engineering teams, certification personnel, manufacturing teams, and other internal teams to keep programs moving efficiently.Take ownership of overall program execution and proactively drive issues to resolution rather than relying solely on individual technical contributors to manage program progress.**Certification Engineering / Certification Management**Develop and maintain Project Specific Certification Plans (PSCPs), certification/compliance checklists, and other certification documents required to support FAA STC projects.Configuration management; coordinate, review, and manage certification data, documents, and deliverables throughout STC development and subsequent revisions.Develop and maintain an understanding of the applicable FAA Part 23 and/or Part 25 certification requirements and the means of compliance applicable to assigned programs.Support coordination and communication with the FAA, customers, vendors, OEMs, and other organizations involved in certification programs.As experience is gained, assume responsibility for certification planning, coordination, and overall certification management of assigned programs from initial application through STC issuance.**Preferred Qualifications:**2-10 years of relevant experience in aerospace engineering, FAA certification, aviation program management, or a related technical aviation field.Experience with FAA Part 23 and/or Part 25 aircraft modification or certification programs is beneficial.Previous experience working with the FAA, an ODA, DERs, aircraft OEMs, or other aircraft certification organizations is beneficial.Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple programs, documents, deliverables, priorities, and schedules simultaneously.Self-motivated, detail-oriented, accountable, and comfortable taking ownership of programs and driving activities to completion.**This is a full-time in office position****Benefits:**Medical insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, 401(k), Paid Time Off (PTO), paid holidays, relocation expenses, and opportunities for multiple performance-based bonuses annually.You should be proficient in:Project Managementstc