Description:

Protecting what matters most is the mission that matters most.

Space is a critical domain, connecting our technologies, our security and our humanity. While others view space as a destination, we see it as a realm of possibilities, where we can do more— we can innovate, invest, inspire and integrate our capabilities to transform the future. At Lockheed Martin Space, we aim to harness the full potential of space to cultivate innovation, reduce costs, and push the boundaries of what technology can achieve. We’re creating future-ready solutions, focusing on resiliency and urgency through our 21st Century Security® vision. We’re erasing boundaries and forming partnerships across industries and around the world. We’re advancing spacecraft and the workforce to fuel the next generation. And we’re reimagining how space can connect us, ensuring security and prosperity. Join us in shaping a new era in space and find a career that's built for you.

We have an opportunity for a level 4 Program Planner in Littleton, CO to join our mission supporting Global Security. This is an ideal opportunity to continue developing your career in Program Planning and Program Management. If you are an enthusiastic self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced environment with experience in development and maintenance of Integrated Master Schedule networks, this job is for you!

Summary of Key Duties: In this role you will….

1. Create / maintain production supplemental schedules – Use SAP Derived Supplemental (SDS) or other approved tools, ensuring alignment with month end schedule submittals and baseline data.

2. Update & report schedule data – Refresh the Enterprise Delivery Performance (EDP) database bi weekly, publish month end reports per the guidebook, and generate “What If” date scenarios for authorized work.

3. Track critical path and work center execution – Monitor primary, secondary, and tertiary deliverable paths; publish planned start/finish dates for each work center to enforce accountability.

4. Support capacity planning & readiness – Conduct monthly LRP capacity analysis, coordinate production readiness actions (IPRR, MRR, etc.), and assist the Test team and Industrial Engineering with scope accounting and de confliction.

5. Validate baseline compliance & resolve exceptions – Ensure all teams work against the correct baseline in EDP, Network, and related tools; review exception messages, facilitate cross functional fixes, and escalate schedule intake/reviews as needed.

#LMSpace Program Planners
Basic Qualifications:

• Minimum of 5+ years of relevant professional experience in planning or scheduling

• Extensive experience in a project management schedule networking tool such as Open Plan, Primavera, Artemis, MS Project, or another comparable scheduling/planning tool

• Proven experience with Earned Value Management (EVM) principles and practices including Cost/Schedule Integration, Earned Value Metrics, Performance Measurement/Reporting, and Project Control and Forecasting

• Experience in compiling, preparing and presenting project briefings to internal management and external customers

• Must be a United States citizen and be able to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI security clearance
  Desired Skills:

• 6+ years of relevant professional experience in planning or scheduling

• Bachelors degree from an accredited college

• Active TS/SCI security clearance

• Expert experience in a schedule networking tool, such as Deltek Open Plan or Microsoft Project Server, as well as Microsoft Office Suite experience

• Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) development and maintenance

• Experience with @Risk, One Pager Pro

• Experience with Data Driven Metric compliance requirements and surveillance

• Advanced experience with Earned Value Management (EVM) principles and practices including Cost/Schedule Integration, Earned Value Metrics, and Performance Measurement/Reporting

• Demonstrated team building skills

• Demonstrated influencing and relationship management skills

• Strong influencing and relationship management skills

• Proven experience with conducting Schedule Risk Assessments (SRAs) using Monte Carlo simulations

• Ability to work independently as well as part of an integrated team

• Ability to compile, prepare, and present information to management and customers

• Ability to communicate and work effectively across multiple disciplines

• Strong sense of follow-up and closure with strict attention to detail and quality

To promote the sharing of ideas, Lockheed Martin encourages big-picture thinking. Our employees play an active role in strengthening the quality of life where we live and work by volunteering more than 850,000 hours annually.

**Benefits you can enjoy include:**

• Medical {many choices of plans; some LM locations have on-site medical}
• Dental
• 401k {with generous matching}
• Generous paid time off
• Work/life balance, family-friendly environment
• Career development, career-growth, and lots of learning opportunities for aspiring minds
• Fun, talented, and witty teammates
• Knowledgeable, supportive, and engaged leadership
• Community-minded organization
• Mentorship opportunities
• Rewards & recognition
• Generous Tuition Reimbursement

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Security Clearance Statement:

This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.
Clearance Level:

TS/SCI
Other Important Information You Should Know Expression of Interest:

By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in this position and could be considered for other career opportunities where similar skills and requirements have been identified as a match. Should this match be identified you may be contacted for this and future openings.
Ability to Work Remotely:

Onsite Full-time: The work associated with this position will be performed onsite at a designated Lockheed Martin facility.
Work Schedules:

Lockheed Martin supports a variety of alternate work schedules that provide additional flexibility to our employees. Schedules range from standard 40 hours over a five day work week while others may be condensed. These condensed schedules provide employees with additional time away from the office and are in addition to our Paid Time off benefits.
Schedule for this Position:

9x80 every other Friday off
Pay Rate:

The annual base salary range for this position in California, Massachusetts, and New York (excluding most major metropolitan areas), Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New Jersey, Vermont, Washington or Washington DC is $95,000 - $167,440. For states not referenced above, the salary range for this position will reflect the candidate’s final work location. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market and business considerations when extending an offer.
Benefits offered:

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays.
(Washington state applicants only) Non-represented full-time employees: accrue at least 10 hours per month of Paid Time Off (PTO) to be used for incidental absences and other reasons; receive at least 90 hours for holidays. Represented full time employees accrue 6.67 hours of Vacation per month; accrue up to 52 hours of sick leave annually; receive at least 96 hours for holidays. PTO, Vacation, sick leave, and holiday hours are prorated based on start date during the calendar year.
This position is incentive plan eligible.
Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.The application window will close in 90 days; applicants are encouraged to apply within 5 - 30 days of the requisition posting date in order to receive optimal consideration.
At Lockheed Martin, we use our passion for purposeful innovation to help keep people safe and solve the world's most complex challenges. Our people are some of the greatest minds in the industry and truly make Lockheed Martin a great place to work.

With our employees as our priority, we provide diverse career opportunities designed to propel, develop, and boost agility. Our flexible schedules, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits enable our employees to live a healthy, fulfilling life at and outside of work. We place an emphasis on empowering our employees by fostering an inclusive environment built upon integrity and corporate responsibility.

If this sounds like a culture you connect with, you’re invited to apply for this role. Or, if you are unsure whether your experience aligns with the requirements of this position, we encourage you to search on Lockheed Martin Jobs, and apply for roles that align with your qualifications.
Experience Level:

Experienced Professional
Business Unit:

SPACE
Relocation Available:

Possible
Career Area:

Program Planning
Type:

Full-Time
Shift:

First