Senior Aviation TPM: Hardware, Certification & Launch Lead

Amazon; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 149,000 - 201,000; Full time

Job summary

Amazon in the Chicago area is seeking a Senior Technical Program Manager to lead development and certification of aviation products. You will coordinate with hardware, software, operations, and customers to drive qualification testing and STC alignment, partnering with OEMs and manufacturing for successful program milestones.

The role requires extensive aviation/certification experience, strong cross-functional leadership, and a founder-like ownership mindset for Day One deliverables.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of direct engineering collaboration experience.
• 5+ years in technical program management with software teams.
• Experience managing cross-functional programs and release schedules.
• 5+ years in aviation/certification environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead development of aviation products through qualification testing and certification.
• Coordinate with OEMs and manufacturing partners for STC and interfaces.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including operations, hardware, software, and customers.
• Ensure hardware design aligns with STC and OEM requirements.

Skills

Engineering collaboration

Program management

Aviation experience

Cross-functional teams

Education

Master's degree in technical field

MBA

Job description

Amazon in the Chicago area is seeking a Senior Technical Program Manager to lead development and certification of aviation products. You will coordinate with hardware, software, operations, and customers to drive qualification testing and STC alignment, partnering with OEMs and manufacturing for successful program milestones.

The role requires extensive aviation/certification experience, strong cross-functional leadership, and a founder-like ownership mindset for Day One deliverables.