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Lockheed Martin

Program Planner - Level 3

Lockheed Martin, Highlands Ranch, Colorado, United States

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Overview 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.

Location Highlands Ranch, CO (facility).

About the Role We are looking for a Level 3 Program Planner to support a one‑of‑a‑kind Cross Business Area campaign that exemplifies our commitment to our OneLM Strategy. The Planner will thrive in a dynamic environment and lead by example, influencing and fostering collaboration for impactful results.

Responsibilities

Serve as the lead Planner for a program

Develop, manage, and analyze Integrated Master Schedules (IMS) in order to monitor progress, assess program status, and identify performance issues in a timely manner

Ensure established program baseline control processes are followed and oversee business rhythms required to accomplish program control, analyses and forecasting goals

Use critical path methodology, risk analysis, and problem resolution to mitigate delays/issues that arise, communicate schedule impacts and propose corrective actions to applicable program partners

Synchronize cost/schedule integration in support of Earned Value requirements and generate schedule metrics and reports related to the implementation of the Program

Conduct schedule presentations which may include Program Management, Executive Management, or Customer Stakeholders

Develop recovery plans to ensure program milestones are completed in accordance with the contract requirements

Work with cross‑functional teams to maintain and coordinate vertical and horizontal schedule integration between supplemental schedules, the IMS, and the Program Summary Master Schedule

Our level 3 employees typically have 5‑10 years of experience.

Basic Qualifications

5‑10 years of planning experience

Experience with networked schedules, schedule integrity checks, and critical path methodology

Experience with Microsoft Office Suite

Experience with Open Plan or another comparable scheduling tool

Earned Value Management (EVM) experience

Demonstrated ability to compile, prepare and present information to management and customers

Desired Skills

Bachelors degree preferred

Extensive Microsoft Project Server or Open Plan experience

Microsoft Excel experience

Leadership qualities and desires

Strong influencing and relationship skills

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

Ability to liaise with, speak and present effectively to personnel at all levels of the organization

Strong communication and relationship management skills

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

Benefits

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

Other Information Clearance Level: None

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, New York (excluding most major metropolitan areas), Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New Jersey, Vermont, Washington or Washington DC is $77,700 – $136,965. 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.

Experience Level: Experienced Professional

Business Unit: SPACE

Relocation Available: Possible

Career Area: Program Planning

Type: Full‑Time

Shift: First

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 via 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.

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