Integrated Program Planner - Level 2

Lockheed Martin•Highlands Ranch, CO

4d•Onsite

About The Position

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. Our Enterprise Performance organization seeks a level 2 Program Planner to join our mission in Highlands Ranch, CO supporting various programs and strategic initiatives within in our Commercial Civil Space line of business supporting the Orion Program. Lockheed Martin is the prime contractor building the Orion Multi-Purpose Crew Vehicle, NASA’s first spacecraft designed for long-duration, human-rated deep space exploration. Orion will transport humans to interplanetary destinations beyond low Earth orbit, such as asteroids, the moon and eventually Mars, and return them safely back to Earth.

Requirements

1-2 years of previous planning/scheduling experience
Experience with a planning tool (e.g. Microsoft Project, Open Plan, Acumen, One Pager Pro, Primavera, Excel or another comparable tools)
Familiarity with Earned Value Management (EVM) concepts (such as critical path analysis, cost/schedule integration, performance metrics, program start-up activities)

Nice To Haves

Bachelor degree preferred
Understanding of EVM
Understanding of critical path analysis
Understanding of the end-to-end lifecycle of a spacecraft/satellite program
Understanding of the Program Performance Management Process
Demonstrated competency in integrating cost/schedule
Prior team lead experience
Ability to work independently as well as part of an integrated team
Strong sense of follow-up and closure with attention to detail
Self-starter able to operate with minimal guidance
Desire and willingness to support dynamic proposal activities
Strong influencing and relationship management skills
Excellent problem solving skills to identify and resolve challenges arising in dynamic situations
Makes sound decisions quickly and efficiently, even with limited information or under time constraints
Ability to communicate and work effectively across multiple disciplines

Responsibilities

Partner with Program, Capture & Senior Management to drive cost, schedule, and technical performance by facilitating integration across all functions
Develop compliant Integrated Program Schedules which accurately validate the flow, budget, and resources required to execute contractual scope and overarching program strategy
Provide time-phased critical path predictive analysis and actionable planning data, and develop recommended solutions to programmatic execution conflicts
Ensure all commitments are tracked, monitored and statused
Prepare/coordinate the development of planning artifacts for solicitation response
Interface with program management, senior management and the customer as the programs planning integrator
Ensure vertical and horizontal integration, and cost/schedule integration between all schedules and other program artifacts
Devise modeling and measuring techniques to integrate risks and opportunities with schedule and cost baseline, and to perform schedule risk assessments
Utilizes performance and health metrics analyses to drive actions resulting in improved program performance

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
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.