Principal Aviation Security Manager, Worldwide Operations Security

The Amazon Aviation Security (AvSec) team is looking for an enthusiastic Aviation Security leader to join the team as the Principal AvSec Manager. The successful candidate will be responsible for supporting the newly formed Amazon Air Cargo (ACAR) Division within Amazon Air. This Division is responsible for the growth of non-Amazon packages carried on Amazon flights. In the U.S. this requires full compliance with all 49 Code of Federal Regulations (CFR), 1542 and 1544 requirements at regulated and unregulated airports. Outside the U.S. this requires evaluation of host government credentialing standards and developing Amazon policies and procedures to mitigate any gaps between those and U.S. standards.

The successful candidate will develop and provide all stakeholders and business partners with necessary tools, resources, and training to build and maintain compliance with the Department of Homeland Security’s (DHS) Transportation Security Administration (TSA) regulations in the U.S., International Air Transportation Association (IATA) Aviation Security standards, and engage and support internal Amazon teams and customers. This position requires strong communication and partnership with leaders in both Amazon Air and Amazon Air’s contract airline and ground handling vendors, federal regulatory agencies, and airport security teams to drive effective solutions and mitigate risks to the operation.

As a senior leader on the AvSec team, responsibilities will include managing through ambiguity and determining the right stakeholders to develop and implement decisions. This position will hire and develop the right workforce strategy to meet long-term process targets, and will lead multiple layers of managers and specialists with limited guidance through performance management utilizing individual and team goals.

Key job responsibilities
Lead enterprise-level aviation security compliance programs, establishing and verifying adherence to regulatory standards, physical security requirements, and Security Management Systems (SeMS) processes. Manage high-performing remote teams supporting Amazon Air operations while driving strategic risk mitigation initiatives.

Core responsibilities:
• Develop compelling business cases to secure carrier acceptance of Amazon's compliance methodologies and security program objectives
• Create comprehensive policies, procedures, training programs, and quality assurance frameworks ensuring continuous regulatory compliance
• Design and implement technology solutions leveraging best-in-class security applications
• Utilize SeMS principles to track findings, manage corrective actions, and build security plans incorporating leading/lagging indicators and KPIs
• Establish automated reporting mechanisms providing stakeholders with real-time business health visibility
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives meeting internal customer requirements while protecting Amazon's brand reputation
• Educate internal and external stakeholders on industry compliance standards for world-class cargo acceptance, handling, and delivery
• Partner with carriers, vendors, and regulatory bodies to advance security objectives

This role requires extensive travel (50-60%) to support operations across Amazon's air cargo network. The successful candidate will balance strategic program ownership with hands-on operational leadership, ensuring scalable security solutions that enable business growth while maintaining rigorous compliance standards.

A day in the life
As Principal AvSec Manager, you'll divide your time between internal AvSec operations and external ACAR support, requiring agility to shift between different stakeholder needs throughout the day. You might start by reviewing performance data, then transition to developing carrier compliance strategies for new opportunities. Afternoons could involve leading cross-functional meetings on technology implementations, followed by regulatory research for to support expansion. You'll regularly engage with security teams, airline and regulatory liaisons, and internal leadership to advance strategic security objectives while ensuring continuous compliance across Amazon's air cargo network.

Amazon offers a full range of benefits that support you and eligible family members, including domestic partners and their children. Benefits can vary by location, the number of regularly scheduled hours you work, length of employment, and job status such as seasonal or temporary employment. The benefits that generally apply to regular, full-time employees include:

1. Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
2. Maternity and Parental Leave Options
3. Paid Time Off (PTO)
4. 401(k) Plan

If you are not sure that every qualification listed describes you exactly, we'd still love to hear from you! At Amazon, we value people with unique backgrounds, experiences, and skillsets. If you’re
passionate about this role and want to make an impact on a global scale, please apply!

About the team
AvSec’s cargo support team operates in a dynamic environment, where members are tasked with various responsibilities, and are driven by an overarching mission of security compliance, risk mitigation and security assurance. The successful candidate will collaborate with diverse set of teams such as ACAR, Legal, Site Leaders, and Learning to execute and drive the mission of the Department. The interaction with support groups drives cohesiveness and creates an environment that fosters camaraderie and team work.