Manager, Installation Planning

Summary

The Manager, Installation Planning is responsible for overseeing the development, integration, and execution of detailed project schedules to support aircraft completions, modifications, and installation programs. This role ensures that resources are effectively allocated, work is sequenced efficiently, and customer delivery timelines are achieved. The Manager will lead a team of planners and schedulers, collaborating cross-functionally with Production, Engineering, Supply Chain, and Program Management to drive operational excellence and schedule adherence.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Planning team responsible for organizing and scheduling aircraft system installations, upgrades, and routine maintenance.
• Develop and manage short-term and long-term maintenance and installation plans to meet operational and regulatory requirements.
• Analyze project plans, identify critical path activities, and proactively address potential schedule risks.
• Coordinate with engineering, maintenance, supply chain, and flight operations teams to ensure seamless execution of planned work.
• Oversee planning for modifications including cabin refurbishments, avionics upgrades, and STC (Supplemental Type Certificate) installations.
• Ensure accurate forecasting of manpower, materials, and downtime requirements for planned activities.
• Track and manage installation timelines and maintenance events using computerized maintenance tracking systems.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable aviation regulations (e.g., FAA, EASA), OEM guidelines, and company policies.
• Provide leadership, training, and mentorship to planning staff, fostering a culture of safety, efficiency, and continuous improvement.
• Participate in cross-functional planning meetings and project reviews, offering strategic planning insights.
• Support audits, inspections, and continuous airworthiness management through accurate documentation and planning records.
• Other duties as assigned.

Competencies

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

Greenpoint Core Competencies

• Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment, manages competing demands, and accepts constructive criticism/feedback and changes approach or method to best fit the situation.
• Communications - Expresses ideas and thoughts effectively in verbal and written form, exhibits good listening and comprehension, keeps others informed and uses appropriate communication methods.
• Dependability - Responds to requests for service and assistance, follows instruction and responds to management direction, takes responsibility for own actions and doing the best job possible, keeps commitments, and maintains reliable attendance.
• Initiative - Sets and achieves challenging goals, demonstrates persistence, and overcomes obstacles, measures self against standard of excellence, recognizes and acts on opportunities, and takes calculated risks to accomplish goals.
• Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities, exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views, gives and welcomes feedback, contributes to building a positive team spirit, and puts success of team above own interests.
• Work Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness, displays commitment to excellence, looks for ways to improve and promote quality, applies feedback to improve performance, and monitors own work to ensure quality.

Job Core Competencies

• Cooperation – Establishes and maintains effective relations, exhibits tact and consideration, displays positive outlook and pleasant manner, offers assistance and support to co-workers, works cooperatively in group situations, and works actively to resolve conflicts.
• Written Communications - Writes clearly and informatively, edits work for spelling and grammar, varies writing style to meet needs, and presents numerical data effectively.
• Planning & Organization – You prioritize and plan work activities, you use time efficiently, you plan for additional resources, you integrate changes smoothly, you set goals and objectives, and you work in an organized manner.
• Oral Communications – You speak clearly and persuasively, you listen and get clarification, you respond well to questions, you demonstrate group presentation skills, and you participate in meetings.

Summary of Education, Experience & Certification

Bachelor’s degree in Aviation Maintenance, Aeronautical Engineering, Project Management, or related field (or equivalent experience) preferred.  Minimum of 5 years’ experience in aircraft maintenance or installation planning, with at least 2 years in a leadership or management role.  Experience in VIP or VVIP aircraft completions programs preferred.  FAA A&P License or equivalent (preferred); familiarity with STC/modification planning and maintenance tracking systems (e.g., ProMRO, AMOS, TRAX, CAMP).

This safety-sensitive position is covered by the Department of Transportation's (DOT) Drug and Alcohol Testing Program. Any applicant selected for this position will be subject to pre-employment drug testing. Persons occupying a "safety-sensitive” position will be subject to random drug and/or alcohol testing. Post-accident, reasonable cause, and return-to-duty tests may also be required based on specific circumstances. 

Due to government regulations and contract specifications, we are required to fill this position only with an individual who qualifies as a U.S. Citizen.

 Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Strong understanding of aircraft systems, installation programs, and maintenance planning processes.
• Excellent project management, leadership, and communication skills.
• Proficient in planning software, MS Office, and maintenance documentation systems.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple complex projects with strict deadlines.
• Analytical mindset with a focus on problem-solving and operational efficiency.
• Primarily office-based with regular coordination visits to maintenance facilities and installation sites.
• May involve flexible working hours, occasional travel, and support during off-peak maintenance windows or project milestones.

The expected WA salary range for this position is between $110,000.00 - $151,000.00 USD. Actual compensation will be determined based on experience, education, location, and other factors permitted by law. Our suite of comprehensive benefits includes health care (medical, dental and vision), life insurance, paid time off and a 401(k) savings plan with company match. 

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:

• Big jobs and stretch assignments.
• High accountability environment, with transparent decisions aligned to values, open communication, and engaged leadership.
• Ability to make a big, visible impact on the end product. 

We welcome diverse contributions and provide equal employment opportunities to all individuals without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.