Program Administrator (2026-125)

Astronics Advanced Electronic Systems (AES) is hiring a Program Administrator in our Cabin Electronics Product Group in Kirkland WA.This is a hybrid position working 2-3 days per week in the office.

JOB SUMMARY

The Program Administrator collaborates with Program Managers to oversee internal program operations ensuring successful completion and customer satisfaction. The PA may handle multiple programs simultaneously meeting all contractual requirements and customer expectations.

The Cabin Electronics Product Group is the worlds leading manufacturer of in-seat power systems for the commercial airline industry. The groups 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.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• 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 customers needs. Audits program delivery schedule against demand planning database. Manages customer forecast and accuracy.
• Customer Management 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 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:

• High School degree required BachelorDegree or AssociateDegree 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 relatedrole is required.

Employment Eligibility Requirements:

• This position may involve access to items subject to U.S. export-control laws. Employment is contingent upon the employees authorization to access such items under applicable law. The company does not guarantee and is under no obligation to seek such authorization if it would be necessary.
• An offer of employment is contingent on successfully passing a pre-employment background check and drug test including cannabisscreening.

Compensation:

• Salary Range: $29.14 - $43.71 per hour (Mid-point: $36.42). Factors such as experience certifications and market conditions will help determine your actual salary with most new hires positioned closer to the mid-point.
• Astronics also offers a highly competitive Quarterly Profit Sharing Bonus.

Benefits Package:

• 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 Programwork/life balance culture
• Time for You Generous Paid Time Off starting at 120 hours annually plus 12 Paid Holidays per year

Required Experience:

Unclear Seniority