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SUMMARY

Earned Value Management (EVM) is a systematic approach to integrating and objectively measuring cost, schedule, and technical (scope) accomplishments for project P&L administration and control across all ALOFT revenue streams (3rd Party STCs, MRO, Completion & Manufacturing). The EVM Subject Matter Expert (SME) is responsible for leading the Program Management Office (PMO) team in developing and executing the core fundamentals of EVM planning, infrastructure, tools, implementation, training, and surveillance for ALOFT across multiple program scopes.

This role requires expertise in various functional areas and disciplines, including program management, EVM implementation and compliance, scheduling, financial disciplines (pricing, program finance, planning, forecasting, budgeting), and analytical activities that support accurate project financial health prediction and administration, contract management, and a strong understanding of inter-company functional relationships. This individual will lead a team of individual contributors, program analysts, schedulers, Cost Account Managers, Program Managers, and line executives. The position provides leadership and hands-on support to Program Managers to enhance program planning and execution while ensuring compliance with contractual requirements and company policies and procedures.

As the principal EVMS implementation SME, this position collaborates closely with program teams, other functions, and operational managers to establish, maintain, and administer key performance indicators to drive program execution and business growth for ALOFT. It is essential to note that ALOFT's business portfolio spans various aviation customer environments (e.g., MRO, Completion, OEM, Airline, Government, Military, and HOS) and contracting scenarios (e.g., MPDs, formal flow-down, reporting only, FFP, T&M), with different levels of external and internal understanding and buy-in. The ideal candidate will have experience handling these diverse challenges.

The position also supports PMO continuous improvement efforts by developing and implementing standardized reporting templates, ERP interfaces, and PMP best practices under minimal supervision.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Support the organization's EVM talent development, performance management, and business strategy.
• Develop, implement, train, and maintain integrated EVM processes and tools.
• Advise on operational decisions and enhance the performance of the portfolio of projects within the organization.
• Apply comprehensive Earned Value Management (EVM) knowledge to conduct technical investigations into root causes of cost and schedule variances identified through EVM.
• Implement EVM policies, including cost and schedule performance measurement (CPIs & SPIs).
• Utilize deep management and leadership knowledge of Program Management and EVM to lead cross-functional projects or program teams and manage across multiple disciplines.
• Align and integrate agile software practices with traditional scheduling and EVM best practices to improve program management solutions.
• Use expert domain knowledge, professional principles, and theories to develop advanced concepts, techniques, solutions, and standards.
• Serve as a subject matter expert within the PMO, providing a thorough understanding of EVM, deliverable content, issue identification/resolution, etc.
• Regularly interact with senior executive leadership (internally or with clients) regarding matters of strategic importance to the organization/project.
• Negotiate and develop shared solutions to persuade internal and external parties to accept concepts, practices, and approaches in the area.
• Interface significantly with Program Managers, Contracts, Senior Management Team, and other organizations.
• Participate in new business proposals through EVM requirements, schedule support, and input for cost development to management.
• Support internal and external audits and reviews.
• Assist in standardizing program schedules and forecasts to ensure smooth project lifecycles.
• Evaluate current program reporting tools and recommend changes to improve efficiency, accuracy, and standardization.
• Develop weekly status reports for the Program Management Office.
• Analyze data to ensure Key Project Indicators (KPIs) accurately reflect project health to all stakeholders.
• Assist departments with decomposing work breakdown structures and work order development to provide EVM gates for effective CPIs and SPIs.
• Interface with cost accounting to establish standard methods for communicating program financial forecasts (ETCs & EACs).
• Implement or assist in implementing new software programs.
• Interface with all levels of company management and employees.
• Complete initial and recurrent training requirements in a timely manner.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide training, guidance, and mentorship for the PMO team.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the minimum knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

• Bachelor’s degree (BA/BS) or equivalent experience with 10+ years of relevant experience, or a Master’s degree with 7+ years of relevant experience.
• At least 5 years of experience leading EVM(S) implementations in a manufacturing or production operations environment.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience with finance/scheduling programs.
• At least 4 years of project management experience in a related industry, preferably aviation.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including strong presentation abilities.
• Effective analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, Microsoft Project, and other company-specific and discipline-specific software applications.
• Willingness and ability to work extended hours as needed.
• Proven ability to build positive relationships and maintain cross-functional partnerships.

Preferred Qualifications

• Program Management Professional (PMP) certification.
• Scheduling Professional (SP) certification
• Earned Value Profession (EVP) certification.
• Intermediate to advanced knowledge of using tools like Microsoft Project, Microsoft Power BI and other Scheduling, data visualization and EVM tools.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

• Read, write, and understand the English language.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

• None

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Standard safety precautions are required in all areas where hazardous conditions exist.

TRAVEL

• Occasional travel may be required; the employee filling this position must be willing to travel on short notice and possibly for extended periods.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The following work environment and characteristics described are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

• Standard office environment.
• Infrequent exposure to noise, smells, dust and fumes typically associated in an industrial manufacturing / aviation environment.
• Occasional, general proximity to several industrial hazards including electrical, mechanical and chemical.

SAFETY STATEMENT

All employees have a responsibility to cooperate in promoting and maintaining a safe and healthy work environment, to take reasonable care of their own health and safety and to encourage the health and safety of all other team members.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive description of all work requirements and responsibilities. The job description does not constitute an employment contract and is subject to change as needed.