Integrated Program Planner - E2
- US citizenship
- Top Secret clearance
Open in 3 locations
Lockheed Martin posts this job separately for each location. Apply to the one where you can work: the team, schedule and pay can differ between locations.
Colorado
2 open- $67,400–$125,200/yr
- $67,400–$125,200/yr
Highlands Ranch, CO, United States (opens on this page)
Posted 1mo ago
Alabama
1 open- $59,900–$111,300/yr
Huntsville, AL (opens on this page)
Posted 1w ago
California
1 open- $74,900–$139,100/yr
About the job
## Standard Job Description The mission matters. So do the people behind it. With advancing defense technology at our core, what sets us apart is a culture of collaboration, purpose, and impact. 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 facility in Highlands Ranch, CO seeks a level 2 Program Planner to join our mission supporting the Lockheed Martin Space IGNITE organization which is responsible for the research and development of new technologies.
IGNITE performs groundbreaking research, develops ground-breaking products for internal and external sale, and accelerates technology development at an unheard-of rate for Space. The IGNITE organization has been charged with removing the barriers to creativity and change to become a more cost-effective company.
It will push the boundaries of possibility, experiment with new ways of completing the mission, and develop products and technologies years ahead of our current operations.
This is an excellent opportunity for you to get involved in the planning of technology that doesn't even exist yet. ## As our Program Planner, you will... - Develop Integrated Master Schedules (IMS) & Program Summary Master Schedules (PSMS) for development of programs - Track progress of program activities against baseline internal plans, and ensure schedule margin to contract dates is achieved or maintained - Maintain schedules, perform risk analysis, and identify critical/driving paths while developing solutions for resolutions along with network logic validation/deconfliction - Perform proposal submittal and execution schedule development through preparation and assessment of progress against established plans and parameters - Maintain cost and schedule integration throughout the program lifecycle - Implement and monitor Earned Value Management System on programs #LMSpaceProgramPlanners Partners with Program & Senior Management to drive cost, schedule, and technical performance by facilitating integration across all functions.
Responsible for developing compliant Integrated Program Schedules which accurately validate the flow, budget, and resources required to execute contractual scope and overarching program strategy. Provides the program with time-phased critical path predictive analysis and actionable planning data, and develops recommended solutions to programmatic execution conflicts.
Ensures all commitments are tracked, monitored and statused. Prepares/coordinates the development of planning artifacts for solicitation response. Interfaces with program management, senior management and the customer as the programs planning integrator.
Ensures vertical and horizontal integration, and cost/schedule integration between all schedules and other program artifacts.Devises 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. ## Basic Qualifications - 1-5 years experience in an operational planning or scheduling type of capacity. or combined education/experience - Working knowledge of a scheduling tool such as Open Plan (preferred), MS Project, Primavera, ProjectView, or comparable scheduling tool - Demonstrated ability to compile, prepare and present information to management and customers - Must be a United States citizen and be able to obtain a Top Secret security clearance - Bachelors degree from an accredited college ## Desired Skills - Active Top Secret security clearance - Skilled with a scheduling tool such as Open Plan (preferred), MS Project, Primavera, ProjectView, or comparable scheduling tool - Extensive Microsoft Project Server and Microsoft Excel - Earned value and/or demand management knowledge - Ability to perform schedule integrity checks and critical path analysis - Additional program planning knowledge/experience working on government reportable programs - Experience with resource loaded schedules - Experience with Schedule Risk Assessments (Monte Carlo simulations) - Strong sense of follow-up and closure with strict attention to detail and quality ## Pay Information Full-Time Salary Range: $67400.00 - $125200.00 At Lockheed Martin, we know mission success starts with taking care of our people.
Our Total Rewards program is designed to attract top talent, support your well-being, and help you grow - both professionally and personally. The salary range for this position is as listed on the requisition. Please note that the salary information listed 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(work location) and business considerations when extending an offer.
Benefits offered:Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible work arrangements and schedules (e.g., 4x10), 401(k) match, Paid time off, Holidays, Parental Leave, EAP, Flexible Spending Accounts, Education Assistance, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability. - Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs may be offered depending on the position.
Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and can vary from year to year and are tied to a range of performance metrics. - For (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.
From Lockheed Martin's job posting for Highlands Ranch, CO, United States, checked 7 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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