Technical Program Manager - Aerospace Cabin Power Products

Astronics AES; Kirkland (WA); On-site; USD 111,929 - 167,893; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Quarterly Profit Sharing Bonus

401K & Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Generous Paid Time Off

Job summary

A leading aerospace tech company in Kirkland, WA is seeking a Technical Program Manager to oversee product development and ensure smooth transitions into production. Responsibilities include managing schedules and budgets, leading cross-functional teams, and negotiating with customers. Candidates should have a Bachelor's in Engineering and at least 5 years of Program Management experience along with proficiency in engineering tools. The position offers a competitive salary range and benefits, including profit sharing and generous paid time off.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of direct experience in Program Management.
• Experience in the Aerospace Industry required.
• Knowledge of DO-160 regulatory standard for airborne equipment.

Responsibilities

• Manage product development transition to production.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams for project delivery.
• Create budgets for research projects or development programs.

Skills

Engineering tools proficiency

Program Management experience

Analytical problem-solving

Customer negotiation

Education

Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering

Tools

MS Project

MS Office

Requirements Management

Configuration Management

Job description

Overview

Astronics Advanced Electronic Systems (AES) is seeking a Technical Program Manager to bring their Electrical Engineering, Program Management, and organizational expertise to our team of diverse, professional problem solvers in our Cabin Electronics / Cabin Power Products Group in Kirkland, WA.

The Cabin Electronics Product Group is the world’s leading manufacturer of in-seat power systems for the commercial airline industry. The group’s EmPower® product line provides a variety of scalable power solutions for aircraft passenger cabins and flight decks. The system is used by over 280 airlines, IFE suppliers, and all major aircraft OEM manufacturers worldwide.

Responsibilities

JOB SUMMARY

Our Technical Program Manager is responsible for the management, performance, and the smooth transition into the initial production process to complete the new product development program. Coordinates with department Heads to develop a cross-functional team, focused on delivering new or upgrading existing products. Monitors the project from initiation through delivery including planning and directing schedules and monitoring budget/spending. Organizes cross-functional activities, ensuring completion of the project i.e., product on schedule and within budget constraints.

Duties & Responsibilities:

Technical Leadership

• Resolves technical problems with a high degree of analytical expertise and originality
• Coordinates hardware/software design verification testing
• Coordinates the Boeing & Airbus offer ability process including the qualification test activities

Customer Management

• Participates in negotiations on price and delivery in cooperation with contract administrator
• Typically communicates with customer buyers and subcontract managers, providing regular schedule updates, receiving customer feedback, and leading problem resolution

New Business

• Leads proposal efforts on small, non-complex proposals
• Supports new product or existing product upgrade proposal activities on a mutually agreed to schedule

Contract Management

• Completes compliance matrices for the statement of work and other terms and conditions for contracts

Cost/Budget Controls

• Creates budgets for research projects or development programs

Schedule Control

• Creates program schedules for the entire new product development life cycle that keep the program on schedule
• Identifies program risks and opportunities
• Maintains IRAD file and support budgets as defined in the project plan

Process Improvement

• Drives continuous improvements in engineering processes by challenging and eliminating unnecessary steps.
• Coordinates the incorporation of lessons learned into the engineering design guidelines

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering required
• Five (5) or more years of direct experience in Program Management
• Demonstrated expertise with engineering tools: MS Project, MS Office, Requirements Management, and Configuration Management
• Experience in bringing newly developed products through the new product introduction process
• Experience in the Aerospace Industry
• Experience with the DO-160 regulatory standard for environmental testing of airborne equipment

Eligibility Requirements

• As a US Department of Defense Contractor, Astronics is bound by International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). Must be a US Person under ITAR to be eligible.
• Employment is contingent on successfully passing a pre-employment background screen and drug test, including cannabis screening.

Compensation and Benefits

• Salary Range: $111,929 - $167,893 per year (Mid-point: $139,911 per year). In most cases, new hires will be positioned closer to the mid-point of the range.
• Astronics also offers a highly competitive Quarterly Profit Sharing Bonus.
• Benefits include health, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance, FSA, HSA, and voluntary coverage options.
• 401K & Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
• Employee Assistance Program and work/life balance culture.
• Generous Paid Time Off (starting at 120 hours) and 12 Paid Holidays.

Astronics Corporation (Nasdaq: ATRO) serves the world\u2019s aerospace, defense, and other mission critical industries with proven, innovative technology solutions. Astronics works side-by-side with customers, integrating its array of power, connectivity, lighting, structures, interiors, and test technologies to solve complex challenges. For 50 years, Astronics has delivered creative, customer-focused solutions with exceptional responsiveness. Today, global airframe manufacturers, airlines, military branches, completion centers, and Fortune 500 companies rely on the collaborative spirit and innovation of Astronics.

We offer our breadth of technology solutions and services through 11 subsidiary business units and numerous award-winning product brands. Serving our customers is our first priority, and every day we honor this mission with quality, partnership, and energetic global vision.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.