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Program engineer jobs are open across aerospace, defense, automotive, and software industries, from new-grad to senior and principal levels, with specializations in systems integration, embedded software, and manufacturing process engineering. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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CT Sustaining System Engineer Program manager, you will be part of the team developing cost-optimized Customer Terminal products designed for high-volume production. You will own key hardware designs and investigates hardware, component, or system defects post-launch to find root causes and prevent future failures. You will own or contribute to the following:
- Lead End to End (E2E) Root Cause Investigation for complex CT hardware, ASIC, or system failures from field returns and reliability stress tests.
- Evaluate design architectures and component selections to identify opportunities for BOM cost reduction and design simplification
- Perform engineering trade studies to balance product performance, requirements, cost, schedule, and customer experience
- Lead offshore or local engineering teams, set technical strategies, and coordinate with manufacturing and design teams
- Support requirement definition and develop hardware validation and test plans
- Support the development of automated test systems, fixtures, and factory test solutions with an emphasis on minimizing test time and cost
- Partner with manufacturing and supply chain teams to support component sourcing, alternate qualification, and cost reduction initiatives
Export Control Requirement:
Due to applicable export control laws and regulations, candidates must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (i.e., current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree or above in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering, or Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, mathematics or equivalent
- 7+ years of hardware design and validation of components, subsystems and systems experience
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience in the design of complex mechanical products and equipment at volume
- Master's degree in electrical engineering or equivalent
- PMP certification, or SCRUM/Agile, SAFe certification
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.
USA, WA, Redmond - 117,300.00 - 160,000.00 USD annually
DESCRIPTION
CT Sustaining System Engineer Program manager, you will be part of the team developing cost-optimized Customer Terminal products designed for high-volume production. You will own key hardware designs and investigates hardware, component, or system defects post-launch to find root causes and prevent future failures. You will own or contribute to the following:
- Lead End to End (E2E) Root Cause Investigation for complex CT hardware, ASIC, or system failures from field returns and reliability stress tests.
- Evaluate design architectures and component selections to identify opportunities for BOM cost reduction and design simplification
- Perform engineering trade studies to balance product performance, requirements, cost, schedule, and customer experience
- Lead offshore or local engineering teams, set technical strategies, and coordinate with manufacturing and design teams
- Support requirement definition and develop hardware validation and test plans
- Support the development of automated test systems, fixtures, and factory test solutions with an emphasis on minimizing test time and cost
- Partner with manufacturing and supply chain teams to support component sourcing, alternate qualification, and cost reduction initiatives
Export Control Requirement:
Due to applicable export control laws and regulations, candidates must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (i.e., current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree or above in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering, or Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, mathematics or equivalent
- 7+ years of hardware design and validation of components, subsystems and systems experience
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience in the design of complex mechanical products and equipment at volume
- Master's degree in electrical engineering or equivalent
- PMP certification, or SCRUM/Agile, SAFe certification
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.
USA, WA, Redmond - 117,300.00 - 160,000.00 USD annually
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Who's Hiring
- Texas Instruments26
- Raytheon21
- Lockheed Martin18
- National Grid17
- BAE Systems USA14
Top Industries Hiring
- Energy
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in program engineer jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in engineering, systems engineering, or a related technical discipline
- Experience managing program schedules, budgets, and cross-functional deliverables
- Proficiency with project management tools such as MS Project, Jira, or equivalent
- Familiarity with Earned Value Management System methodology and reporting
- Experience with requirements management tools such as IBM DOORS or similar platforms
- Active or eligible security clearance preferred for defense and government contract roles
Tips for Your Program Engineer Job Search
Align your resume to program scope
Program engineer roles emphasize cross-functional coordination and schedule ownership, not just technical output. Reframe your bullet points to show how you managed scope, resolved design conflicts across teams, and kept deliverables on track through each program phase.
Target openings by contract type
Many program engineer roles are tied to government or defense contracts, which affects job stability, clearance requirements, and growth trajectory. Filter your search by whether the role is on a cost-plus, fixed-price, or commercial program so you apply to the right fit.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists program engineer openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Highlight tool fluency for your domain
Hiring managers for program engineer roles screen for domain-specific tools before they look at soft skills. Aerospace and defense listings expect EVMS and Earned Value reporting familiarity, while automotive and software roles lean on Jira, DOORS, or model-based systems engineering platforms.
Prepare for systems-level interview questions
Program engineer interviews often include scenario questions about competing priorities between engineering and program schedule. Practice walking through a real example where you had to push back on scope, escalate a technical risk, or rebaseline a plan under customer pressure.
Negotiate around clearance and program tier
If a role requires a security clearance you already hold, that is a concrete negotiating point, since sponsoring a new clearance costs employers significant time and money. Know your clearance level, its current status, and the program classification before you discuss compensation.
Program Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most program engineers?
The companies hiring the most program engineers right now include Texas Instruments, Raytheon, and Lockheed Martin, with the largest share of openings in Texas, California, and Arizona, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Aerospace, defense, and automotive manufacturers consistently post the highest volume of program engineer openings year-round.
How many program engineer jobs are remote?
About 55% of program engineer openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, though hardware-dependent and classified programs nearly always require on-site presence. Software-focused program engineer roles, particularly in SaaS and commercial tech, are more likely to offer remote or hybrid flexibility than aerospace and defense positions tied to physical hardware integration.
How do you become a program engineer?
Start with a bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline, then build experience in a technical contributor role where you interact with program timelines and cross-functional teams. Move into a junior program engineer or systems engineer position, develop fluency with schedule management tools and requirements tracking, and pursue a PMP certification or equivalent program management credential to strengthen your candidacy for senior roles.
Can you get a program engineer job with little or no experience?
Entry-level program engineer roles do exist, particularly at large defense contractors and automotive manufacturers who hire new graduates into rotational or associate engineer programs. Focus your resume on any coursework or projects involving systems design, schedule management, or cross-team coordination. Internships in aerospace, defense, or manufacturing are the most direct path to your first full-time position in this field.
What does the program engineer interview process look like?
Most program engineer interview processes include an initial recruiter screen, a technical phone interview focused on your domain and tool experience, and a panel interview with engineering managers and program leadership. Expect scenario-based questions about how you handle schedule slips, competing stakeholder priorities, and technical risk. Some employers also assign a brief case study or work sample related to program planning or requirements analysis.
Where can I find and apply to program engineer jobs?
You can find and apply to program engineer jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search for roles that match your domain, experience level, and location preference, then apply directly to each listing that fits your background.
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