Program Planning & Control Manager

About the Role

Serves as a key team member in planning and executing one or more aerospace development and modification programs. Coordinates all aspects related to execution of a US government contract compliant Earned Value Management System (EVMS). Facilitates aspects of program set-up, baselining, change control, program financial analysis, and reporting. Ensures the Program Planning and Control (PP&C) and scheduling functions remain aligned and supportive of each other throughout program set-up and execution.

Responsibilities

• Supports company objectives by co-leading the development of a Program Planning and Control (PP&C) function.
• Collaborates with Program Managers, Control Account Managers (CAMs), and functional leads to develop and manage the Performance Measurement Baseline (PMB).
• Manages formal change control processes to maintain baseline integrity.
• Supports creation and maintenance of the Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) and control account plans.
• Manages the execution of the Earned Value Management System (EVMS) and ensures compliance of the system.
• Leads program cost management and analysis, including budgeting, cost tracking, forecasting, and variance analysis to ensure projects stay within financial constraints.
• Generates reports and dashboards for cost/schedule performance, including variance analysis and estimate-at-completion (EAC) support.
• Supports program reviews, internal meetings, and customer reporting (e.g., IPMDAR/CPR).
• Ensures all schedule and cost data are integrated, accurate, and traceable.
• Supports Program Management team in identifying potential risks, developing mitigation plans, and addressing issues that may impact the project's cost, schedule, or performance.
• Supports the Scheduling team (program and production levels) in development and maintenance of Integrated Master Schedules (IMS).
• Ensures alignment between the work products of the Scheduling and Program Planning & Control functions.
• Participates in internal and external audits and reviews of program controls processes.
• Supports proposal development activities.
• Helps mentor and train new team members regarding the PP&C function.
• Facilitates a positive relationship with customers.
• Maintains regular attendance, including being at work, being on time, and working full shifts.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (B.S.) in Business, Engineering, Project Management, or related field.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in program planning, scheduling, cost control, and/or EVMS within aerospace, defense, or other complex project-based environments.
• PMP or EVMP certification preferred.
• Employees working on programs subject to International Traffic in Arms Regulations must qualify as a US Person (US Citizen, Permanent Resident not working for a foreign entity, or political asylee).

Skills

• Experience with EVMS process and tools (e.g., Deltek Cobra, wInsight).
• Active knowledge of EIA-748 EVMS guidelines and relevant DFARS requirements.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Project, Primavera P6, or similar scheduling tools.
• US government/defense aerospace program planning and control experience preferred.
• Ability to work independently and cross-functionally.
• Proven ability to use situational leadership to achieve results.
• Strong communication, time-management, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to influence, persuade, and negotiate.
• Ability to inspire and motivate individuals across an organization.
• Ability to build new systems, processes, and train others.
• Physical abilities: sitting for extended periods, lifting up to 10 pounds regularly and 25 pounds occasionally, close/color vision with ability to adjust focus.
• Ability to travel and work outside core business hours as required.

Pay

The expected WA salary range for this position is between $109,000.00 - $150,000.00 USD. Actual compensation will be determined based on experience, education, location, and other factors permitted by law.

About Greenpoint Technologies

Greenpoint delivers nose-to-tail VIP Jet aircraft interiors for private clients and Heads-of-State. We are proud to be known in the aerospace industry for our design and engineering innovation, award-winning company culture, and on-time delivery of our beautiful products. We use leading-edge tools and employee-built processes to deliver extraordinary, one-of-a-kind custom aircraft interiors. It’s complex work, but we work smart. In return for hard work, collaboration, and creativity, our people experience a culture custom-built for high achievers.