Integrated Program Planner - Level 4

Lockheed Martin•Littleton, CO

1d•$95,000 - $189,290•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. At Lockheed Martin Space we build satellites and spacecraft that do amazing things in space for our government and commercial customers. Connecting people, advancing discovery, and protecting what matters most. Our satellites give earlier warning of severe weather, connect troops on the battlefield, and deliver GPS directions to a billion people worldwide. We also take rocket science to the next level developing systems that protect from both a distance and in close-combat. We are pioneering the future of missile defense and hypersonic technology, and we’re doing it all with a team of incredible employees across the world. As we look to the future, we’re driving innovations to help our customers do even more in orbit. Come, join our Program Planning team in the dynamic world of Space. Here, we are driven by innovation and integrity. By applying the highest standards of business ethics and a forward-thinking mindset, we believe everything is within our reach – and yours – as a Lockheed Martin employee. Our Enterprise Performance organization seeks a level 4 Program Planner to join our mission supporting New Business working proposals and various strategic initiatives within in our Commercial Civil Space line of business. In this role you will: 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 Our level 4 employees typically have 5+ years of directly job relevant work experience. #LMSpaceProgramPlanners

Requirements

5-8 years of previous planning/scheduling experience
Experience with Microsoft Project, Open Plan, One Pager Pro, and Excel
Experience with Proposal Planning
Experience with Earned Value Management (EVM) concepts (such as critical path analysis, cost/schedule integration, performance metrics, program start-up activities)
Prior team lead or leadership experience

Nice To Haves

Bachelors degree preferred
8+ years of previous planning/scheduling experience
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
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
Thrives in fast-paced environments and demonstrates a willingness to adjust to changing priorities
Strong communication, writing, and presentation skills

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