Program Administrator (2023-045)

Astronics Advanced Electronic Systems (AES) is hiring a Program Administrator in our Cabin Electronics Product Group in Redmond, WA.

JOB SUMMARY

Our Program Administrator partners with Program Managers to support and manage the internal aspects of programs, in order to accomplish successful program completion and customer satisfaction. The PA may work multiple different programs at a time and ensure customer contractual requirements and expectations are met.

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, in-flight entertainment (IFE) suppliers, and all major aircraft OEM manufacturers worldwide.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Contract Management – Maintains awareness of contractual terms for assigned programs. Reviews purchase order terms and monitors order entry process and acceptance. May manage contract amendments, proposal updates, pricing updates and escalation.
• Program Status – Creates and maintains program documentation, program metrics, program delivery schedule and overall health of programs. Manages internal program reviews and support Program Managers with external program reviews. Manages reporting program performance, internally.
• Schedule Control – Manages demand planning and parts list accuracy. Creates and manages changes to customer program part lists. Manages customer requested schedule changes and/or expedites. Works cross functionally to best meet the customer’s needs. Audits program delivery schedule against demand planning database. Manages customer forecast and accuracy.
• Customer Management – Typically manages internal deliverables on programs and provides support to Program Managers for external customer facing activities. Attends internal and external customer meetings, as required, to best support program success. Manages customer facing communication for orders acknowledge and status.
• Team Leadership – Typically coordinates with other organizations (procurement, finance and administration, production control, etc.) to meet program objectives. May lead cross functional team meetings. Supports Program Manager in communicating action item lists, meeting minutes, program plans and Program Management Directives.
• New Business – May assist Program Managers in preparation of proposals or contract changes.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education/Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree or Associate Degree highly desired.
  • May consider two or more years equivalent work experience in Program Management, Operations, Finance, Contracts, Order Administration, Procurement, or other related function in lieu of degree.
• Minimum of one year of direct experience in a related role is required.

Employment 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.
• An offer of employment is contingent on successfully passing a drug test and background check.

Base salary range is $61,229 - $91,843 per year. Several job-related and non-discriminatory factors including but not limited to experience in comparable roles, skill sets, training, education, licensure or certifications, other qualifications, market conditions and business needs influence actual salary offered.

Astronics AES offers a competitive benefits package including:

• Stay Healthy – Health, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, FSA, HSA, as well as voluntary life/AD&D, voluntary critical illness, accident prevention and hospital indemnity
• Save for the Future – 401K & Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Find Balance – Employee Assistance Program, Hybrid work arrangements for many positions, work/life balance culture
• Time for You – Generous Paid Time Off, starting at 120 hours annually, plus 12 Paid Holidays per year