Program Control Manager

Worker Type Regular Job Description Summary Being on the AV team means working alongside the brightest minds in technology on the toughest challenges facing our nation – not just every once in a while, but every single day. Together, we are leading the transformation of modern warfare and each AV employee plays a key role. That’s why our investment in you goes beyond a rewarding salary and benefits package. We’re committed to providing our people with the best opportunities to develop their skills, share their knowledge, and push their innovative ideas to the cutting-edge. Having fun doing it with a team that feels like family all across AV Nation is the ultimate perk. From Space and Directed Energy to Cyber and Intelligence to C4ISR and Air & Missile Defense, there is no limit to where you can take your career with us. Are you ready to launch a career at AV? As the Program Control Manager, you will play a highly visible role as part of the finance team in supporting multiple programs. If you are a driven, career-focused and customer-oriented program control/financial analyst with strong working knowledge of federal contracting concepts, practices, and procedures, join our team leading the transformation of modern warfare. Position Responsibilities Review and understand contract terms and conditions (multiple contract types to include T&M, FFP, FFP LOE, CPFF, & CPIF) & ensure compliance to financial clauses and contractual requirements throughout project implementation. Ultimately responsible for quality of product and services, cost control, timeliness and business relations across awarded TO(s) Establish and maintain time-phased cost/schedule baseline, enforce strict change control, monitor status/availability, and ensure proper work authorization. Prepare manpower and non-labor forecasts and assist in resource planning. Responsible for forecasting, monitoring, and updating program revenue. Identify potential resource gaps and works with business leadership to address. Demonstrate strong analytical / data-driven problem-solving skills Provide continuous assessment and evaluation of contract performance and initiate appropriate corrective action as needed to ensure compliance. Ensure responsive customer-focused services through communication and coordination with the Government Contracting Officer (KO), Contracting Officer Representative (COR), Contracting Officer Technical Representative (COTR), AV PM, and Subcontractor PM team. Monitor performance of functional managers/supervisors and submissions of required reports and Contract Data Requirements List (CDRL). Prompt resolution of issues associated with performance Work with and advise Project Managers, Control Account Management team (CAMs) and senior technical personnel to ensure uniform application of Earned Value Management procedures. Assist and advise management in program setup, planning, and control (including tailored EVMS). Monitor performance, provide variance analysis & visibility on projects of varying contract type, size, complexity, and level of risk. Monitor contract value and CLINs to ensure proper cost collection, reporting and related funding status. Develop standard and ad hoc reports to effectively communicate status and provide management with clear, timely and accurate information; make recommendations to assist in decision-making. Produce and validate Integrated Program Management Reports (IPMRs) and similar status reports for customers and program management. Track subcontract cost & schedule status, material receipts, open commitments, and termination liability. Utilize MS Office Suite and other applications including Cobra, Unanet and SharePoint. Track and report on material purchases, cost of goods sold and revenue for commercial products/product lines. Manage and coach Program Control Analysts. Performs other duties as assigned or required. Success Factors: The successful candidate will demonstrate accordingly as outlined below at each milestone. 30 days: Shows initiative in support of contract requirements with a positive attitude and has completed all required training. 60 days: Demonstrates complete understanding of AV policies and processes and can execute this understanding successfully in accordance with contract requirements. 90 days: Able to operate semi-autonomously, with the demonstrated ability to consistently produce quality and timely deliverables. Basic Qualifications (Required Skills & Experience): Bachelor’s degree and minimum of five to seven (5-7) years of related project control experience; or Master’s degree and minimum of three (3) years of project control experience. Strong working knowledge of MS Office Suite, Cobra, and Unanet Must be able to work well as a team member in a fast-paced environment with limited direction Excellent oral and written communication skills US Citizen with current/existing Secret security clearance Ability to effectively interface with all levels of internal and external customers Excellent problem-solving skills Customer-centric mindset, ability to translate customer issues/needs into profitable business solutions Candidate must be able to obtain and maintain a security clearance. Physical Demands Ability to work in an office environment (Constant) Required to sit and stand for long periods; talk, hear, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer and telephone keyboard (Frequent) Special Requirements U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (Green Card holder) or asylee/refugee status as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) required. Leading the Transformation The AV Effect It speaks to who we are as a company, a global protective ring that shields everything we most want to safeguard, an unbroken line that ensures our customers retain the advantage in any battlespace, from high above the Earth to deep in cyberspace. It’s who we are, a halo, a protector, the light of inspired engineering keeping our Nation safe. Our vision is a world where national security is certain because technical superiority is assured. Join us and become a vital element of The AV Effect! EEO Statement AV is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. U.S. Citizenship is required for most positions. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable workplace accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an email to View email address on click.appcast.io. Please indicate the specifics of the assistance needed. This option is reserved only for individuals who are requesting a reasonable workplace accommodation. It is not intended for other purposes or inquiries. Clearance Level No Clearance The salary range for this role is: $106,500 - $151,200 AeroVironment considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the location, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, education/training, and key skills. ITAR Requirement: This position requires access to information that is subject to compliance with the International Traffic Arms Regulations (“ITAR”) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (“EAR”). In order to comply with the requirements of the ITAR and/or the EAR, applicants must qualify as a U.S. person under the ITAR and the EAR, or a person to be approved for an export license by the governing agency whose technology comes under its jurisdiction. Please understand that any job offer that requires approval of an export license will be conditional on AeroVironment’s determination that it will be able to obtain an export license in a time frame consistent with AeroVironment’s business requirements. A “U.S. person” according to the ITAR definition is a U.S. citizen, U.S. lawful permanent resident (green card holder), or protected individual such as a refugee or asylee. See 22 CFR § 120.15. Some positions will require current U.S. Citizenship due to contract requirements. Benefits: AV offers an excellent benefits package including medical, dental vision, 401K with company matching, a 9/80 work schedule and a paid holiday shutdown. For more information about our company benefit offerings please visit: We also encourage you to review our company website at to learn more about us. Principals only need apply. NO agencies please. About AV: AV isn’t for everyone. We hire the curious, the relentless, the mission-obsessed. The best of the best. We don’t just build defense technology—we redefine what’s possible. As the premier autonomous systems company in the U.S., AV delivers breakthrough capabilities across air, land, sea, space, and cyber. From AI-powered drones and loitering munitions to integrated autonomy and space resilience, our technologies shape the future of warfare and protect those who serve. Founded by legendary innovator Dr. Paul MacCready, AV has spent over 50 years pushing the boundaries of what unmanned systems can do. Our heritage includes seven platforms in the Smithsonian—but we’re not building history, we’re building what’s next. If you're ready to build technology that matters—with speed, scale, and purpose—there’s no better place to do it than AV. We are proud to be an EEO/AA Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans. AeroVironment, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Qualified applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic data, sexual orientation, gender identity or other legally protected status. ITAR About AV: AV isn’t for everyone. We hire the curious, the relentless, the mission-obsessed. The best of the best. We don’t just build defense technology—we redefine what’s possible. As the premier autonomous systems company in the U.S., AV delivers breakthrough capabilities across air, land, sea, space, and cyber. From AI-powered drones and loitering munitions to integrated autonomy and space resilience, our technologies shape the future of warfare and protect those who serve. Founded by legendary innovator Dr. Paul MacCready, AV has spent over 50 years pushing the boundaries of what unmanned systems can do. Our heritage includes seven platforms in the Smithsonian—but we’re not building history, we’re building what’s next. If you're ready to build technology that matters—with speed, scale, and purpose—there’s no better place to do it than AV. Careers at AeroVironment