Program Planner I

Job Description

Program Planner I | Lockheed Martin Space

The Tone:
This is an entry-level position at Lockheed Martin Space, located in Huntsville, AL. Lockheed Martin Space is at the forefront of innovation, dedicated to protecting national security through advanced missile defense systems and viewing space as a realm of endless possibilities. This role is crucial for supporting the Next Generation Interceptor (NGI) Program and contributing to the company’s vision of creating future-ready solutions for security and prosperity. By maintaining critical program schedules, you will play a fundamental part in solving some of the world’s most complex challenges in missile defense.

The TL;DR
• Role: Early Career
• Type: Onsite Full-time
• Location: Huntsville, AL
• Mission: This role supports the successful development and maintenance of compliant Integrated Master Schedules (IMS) for critical national security programs.
• Tech Stack: Microsoft Office, MS Project, Open Plan, Primavera, Excel (macros, lookup tables, VBA)

What You’ll Actually Do
• Develop Schedules: Support the creation and maintenance of the program’s Integrated Master Schedule (IMS), ensuring seamless integration with the Integrated Master Plan (IMP).
• Analyze Performance: Conduct critical path and schedule risk analyses to identify potential issues and inform program decision-making.
• Report Progress: Generate and deliver various IMS reports and metrics, presenting schedule information to both internal teams and external customers, including senior management.
• Ensure Compliance: Perform regular schedule integrity checks to uphold data quality and reliability, ensuring strict adherence to Lockheed Martin’s Program Planning policies.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Early Career. Requires foundational knowledge of Schedule Performance Management techniques.
• Experience: Proven ability to deliver briefings to team members and project teams. Must be a United States citizen.
• Skills: Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications. Ability to obtain an Interim Secret clearance prior to start and ultimately a final Secret security clearance.
• Bonus: Active Secret security clearance; Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Operations, Supply Chain, or a similar relevant field; 3 or more years of experience in planning or a program management-related discipline; exposure to network scheduling tools such as MS Project, Open Plan, or Primavera; understanding of Critical Path Scheduling methodology; experience with Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) development and maintenance; knowledge of Integrated Master Plan (IMP); familiarity with Production, Sustainment, and Depot Operations; understanding of Earned Value Management (EVM); experience with Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) Development; knowledge of proposal processes; advanced Excel skill set, including macros, lookup tables, and VBA; exposure to Schedule Risk Assessment processes/tools; strong ability to communicate effectively and build robust relationships; demonstrated critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.