Technical Program Manager

Summary: Astronics Advanced Electronic Systems (AES) is seeking a Technical Program Manager for their Cabin Power Electronics Group in Kirkland, WA. The role involves managing the design, development, and introduction of new products into production while collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure timely delivery and compliance with regulatory requirements. Responsibilities: - Serve as the technical point of contact for resolving complex engineering issues with innovation and analytical expertise - Oversee hardware/software design verification testing - Coordinate aircraft OEM qualification testing (e.g., Boeing and Airbus) and offerability processes - Engage with customer representatives, including buyers and subcontract managers, providing schedule updates, gathering feedback, and facilitating issue resolution - Support price and delivery negotiations in collaboration with the contract administration team - Lead proposal efforts for small, non-complex projects - Collaborate on new product or product upgrade proposal activities, aligning with agreed schedules - Ensure compliance with contractual requirements, including statements of work and other terms and conditions - Develop budgets for research projects and development programs, monitoring expenditures throughout - Manage program schedules for the entire product development lifecycle to ensure timely program delivery - Identify, assess, and mitigate program risks while capitalizing on opportunities - Drive process optimization by identifying inefficiencies and eliminating unnecessary steps in engineering workflows - Incorporate lessons learned into organizational design guidelines to improve future projects Required Qualifications: - Bachelor's degree in a technical field required; Electrical Engineering highly preferred - Associate Technical Program Manager (ATPM): At least 1+ year of relevant experience - Technical Program Manager (TPM): A minimum of 5+ years of experience in similar roles - Proficiency in program management tools including MS Project, MS Office, Requirements Management, and Configuration Management - Hands-on experience with new product introduction (NPI) and familiarity with engineering validation processes - Background in a highly regulated industry, preferably Aerospace or Medical Devices - ITAR Compliance: Must be a U.S. Person (as defined by ITAR regulations) - Employment is contingent upon successfully passing a background check and drug screening, including cannabis testing Preferred Qualifications: - Strong track record in New Product Introduction (NPI) experience in the Aerospace industry is highly preferred - Knowledge of DO-160 testing is highly desirable Required Skills: Electrical Engineering, New Product Introduction (NPI), Aerospace industry experience, Medical Devices industry experience, Program Management, MS Project, MS Office, Requirements Management, Configuration Management, Engineering Validation Processes, DO-160 Testing Benefits: Healthcare: Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance; disability coverage; FSA/HSA options; voluntary coverage plans., Retirement: 401(k) plan and Employee Stock Purchase Plan., Time Off: Generous Paid Time Off, starting at 120 hours, plus 12 Paid Holidays., Employee Support: Employee Assistance Program focused on work-life balance.