PROGRAM MANAGER I

AeroTEC - Aerospace Testing Engineering & Certification Inc.; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Unlimited Time-Off

Education reimbursement

401(k) with employer match

Quarterly bonus schemes

Job summary

AeroTEC - Aerospace Testing Engineering & Certification Inc. is seeking a Program Manager I to lead small to mid-sized technical programs in Seattle. You'll be the primary customer contact and oversee project execution from contract award through completion.

This unique opportunity offers a chance to work on diverse aerospace projects while fostering customer relationships and achieving program goals. Join a supportive team that values personal and professional growth.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of relevant program analysis, project coordination, or project management.
• 2+ years in aerospace engineering environment.
• Working knowledge of aircraft certification, design, manufacturing, modification, test desired.

Responsibilities

• Lead execution of small to mid-sized programs across design, manufacturing, modification, certification, and test phases.
• Develop and maintain integrated master schedules (IMS), budgets, and resource plans.
• Establish and manage program baselines for scope, schedule, and cost.

Skills

Program management

Customer communication

Budget management

Risk management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related technical field

Job description

AeroTEC’s Program Management Office (PMO) is primarily involved in developing the strategy for, and managing the execution of all AeroTEC projects. PMO is responsible for taking direction and inputs from customers, developing program strategy and work plans (schedules, budgets, resource and task management, and customer communication), and creating the road map allowing the AeroTEC team to meet customer goals. Program Manager I t – lead the execution of small to mid‑sized technical programs in a fast‑paced, aerospace and engineering environment. This role is ideal for a program or project professional ready to take the next step into full program ownership while continuing to grow leadership, customer management, and financial management capabilities.

About The Role

As a Program Manager I, you will own program planning and execution from contract award through completion, serving as the primary customer interface and leading cross‑functional teams to deliver on scope, schedule, cost, and quality commitments. You will play a critical role in coordinating engineering, manufacturing, certification, and test activities while proactively identifying risks and driving solutions. This position offers strong visibility, meaningful customer engagement, and a clear growth path into larger, more complex program leadership roles.

In This Role You Will:

• Lead execution of small to mid‑sized programs across design, manufacturing, modification, certification, and test phases.
• Develop and maintain integrated master schedules (IMS), budgets, and resource plans.
• Establish and manage program baselines for scope, schedule, and cost.
• Monitor performance and implement corrective actions as needed.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for assigned customers.
• Lead routine customer communications, program reviews, and status reporting.
• Build strong, professional customer relationships and resolve issues independently when possible.
• Align internal stakeholders and facilitate cross‑functional collaboration.
• Track and manage program budgets, revenue, and cash flow.
• Prepare, review, and update Estimates at Completion (EACs).
• Identify cost and schedule risks early and assist in the identification of, and implement, mitigation plans.
• Maintain and manage program risk and issue registers.
• Support or lead small to mid‑sized proposal efforts, including scope, schedule, and cost inputs.
• Contribute to solution development by assessing trade‑offs in cost, schedule, and resources.

Skills You Will Bring (Minimum):

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related technical field

Experience

• 3+ years of relevant program analysis, project coordination, or project management
• 2+ years in aerospace engineering environment
• Working knowledge of aircraft certification, design, manufacturing, modification, test desired

Physical Requirements:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job:

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and/or hear. The employee is frequently required to sit, stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. Must have the ability to sit for long periods of time.
• The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
• Travel 25% (flying and driving) to various international and domestic worksites may be required.
• Driving personal vehicle for errands required. State driver’s license and clean driving record required.

AeroTEC Ways of Working and Benefits:

At AeroTEC, we are on a mission to Accelerate the Evolution of Aerospace. We lead the market in the integration and testing of sustainable propulsion technologies, pioneering the future of sustainable aerospace.

AeroTEC is building a culture where personal and professional growth are just as important as business growth. We invest in our people, supporting their career development by offering customized career development plans, in‑house learning, mentorship, and up to $5,250.00/year in education reimbursement.

We are committed to our employee’s well‑being, providing Unlimited Time‑Off (for salaried employees), employer‑paid premiums for our employees’ Health coverage (PPO/HDHP plans), Dental, $40,000 Life Insurance Policy, and complementary access to our Employee Assistance and Health Advocate Program’s.

Additional Benefits include (but not limited to):

• 401(k) and Employer Match for the Employee
• Vision
• Additional Life Insurance Options
• Critical Illness
• Accident
• Hospital Indemnity
• Cell Phone Cost Reimbursement
• Pet Insurance
• ID Watchdog
• Legal Shield
• Perk Spot Discounts

Hard work doesn’t go unnoticed, at AeroTEC we reward outstanding performance with quarterly bonus schemes (for salaried employees), manager’s bonuses (for management roles), and SIP (for sales positions).

Positions may or may not qualify for sign‑on bonus or relocation assistance.

But we are more than just a team; we’re a family that works hard and plays hard! From AeroTEC AeroTEC’s own Flying Club, Softball League, Seattle Mariners Tickets, to Team Bike Rides, Karting, Golf Scrambles and more. We’re committed to creating a workplace where fun and work are not mutually exclusive!

Export Control Compliance

This position must meet export control compliance requirements. To meet export control compliance requirements, a “U.S. Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.15 is required. “U.S. Person” includes U.S. Citizen, Lawful Permanent Resident, Refugee, or Asylee.

AeroTEC is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.