Senior Avionics Program Manager

Korry Electronics; Everett (WA); On-site; USD 116,000 - 221,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

12 paid holidays

3 weeks PTO + 1 week sick time

Medical, Dental and Vision

HSA with company contribution

FSA

Tuition reimbursement

Parental leave

Disability insurance

Life insurance

AD&D insurance

Long-term care plan options

Safety shoe & glasses benefit

Vanpool subsidy

Recognition awards

Employee referral bonuses

EAP

Job summary

Korry Electronics in Everett, WA seeks a Technical Program Manager to lead complex avionics programs from proposal to delivery. You will own the program lifecycle, translating customer requirements into flight-worthy products and driving cross-functional teams to exceed schedule and budget targets in a regulated industry.

Ideal candidates bring 10+ years in program management within aerospace or similar sectors, strong leadership, risk management, and excellent stakeholder communication.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a technical or business field.
• 10 years’ experience in program management or similar role in a highly regulated industry.
• Proven experience in successfully managing complex technical programs in the aerospace or another highly-regulated industry.
• Demonstrated ability to lead, influence, and mentor technical teams to solve complex problems and deliver innovative solutions.
• Exceptional organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple, shifting priorities in a fast-paced, independent environment.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to effectively translate technical and business information to diverse audiences.
• An analytical mindset with proven experience in risk management, budgetary control, and strategic planning.
• Proficiency with project management software (e.g., MS Project), task management software (e.g., Jira) and strong technical aptitude.
• Highly Desirable: PMP, Six Sigma, Lean, or Value Engineering certification.

Responsibilities

• Orchestrate and lead: Direct and motivate integrated program teams across Engineering, Operations, Quality, and Supply Chain, ensuring seamless coordination from concept to delivery.
• Set the strategy: Define and manage the overall program plan, including scope, objectives, schedule, budget, and resources. Navigate phase-gate process and drive timely execution.
• Mitigate risk: Identify, assess, and mitigate risks; develop strategies to prevent and resolve issues before they impact program success.
• Champion customer satisfaction: Act as primary liaison between our team and external stakeholders; communicate progress, risks, and forecasts.
• Drive performance: Manage resources to achieve program objectives, track costs, and identify opportunities for revenue and cost reduction.
• Champion continuous improvement: Standardize processes, capture lessons learned, and improve products and procedures.
• Performs special projects/tasks as assigned.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in a technical or business field

Tools

MS Project

Jira

Job description

Korry Electronics in Everett, WA seeks a Technical Program Manager to lead complex avionics programs from proposal to delivery. You will own the program lifecycle, translating customer requirements into flight-worthy products and driving cross-functional teams to exceed schedule and budget targets in a regulated industry.

Ideal candidates bring 10+ years in program management within aerospace or similar sectors, strong leadership, risk management, and excellent stakeholder communication.