Integrated Program Planner Associate - Level 1 (entry level)

Standard Job Description

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We seek a Program Planning professional to be part of our team supporting the Tracking, Transport, and Warning Mission. Based out of Highlands Ranch, CO; Boulder, CO; or Sunnyvale, CA, you will support the execution efforts across multiple sites and programs. For your assigned component, you will interface with Engineering, Business Operations, and Program Management and will brief senior management. Additionally, you will be responsible for developing a compliant Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) which will reflect the accurate and detailed contractual scope and resources to execute the program.

In this role, your responsibilities will include but are not limited to:

• Support development and maintenance of the program Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) ensuring integration between the IMS and the Integrated Master Plan (IMP)

• Maintain schedule integration between the IMS and the Program Summary Master Schedule and supplemental schedules

• Support the implementation and monitoring of the Earned Value Management System through cost and schedule integration throughout the program lifecycle

• Identify Critical/Driving Paths, performing probabilistic/deterministic risk analysis, and developing corrective actions

• Provide planning support to Production Operations and Program Integrator as part of monthly management rhythms.

• Ensure schedule accuracy

• Perform schedule integrity checks

• Generate and deliver IMS reports and metrics

• Present schedule-related information to internal and external customers

• Ensure compliance with LM Corporate Program Performance Management and Program Planning policies and practices

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Basic Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of program management principles, practices, and tools

• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills

• US Citizenship is required with the ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret security clearance; cannot be a dual citizen.

Desired Skills

• Bachelors degree from an accredited college in a related discipline

• Active Top Secret security clearance

• Exposure to Network scheduling tool (MS Project, Open Plan, Primavera, etc)

• Experience with Earned Value Management

• Possess strong critical thinking skills

• Ability to manage multiple/changing priorities

• Demonstrated success performing in a team environment

• Be well organized and detail-oriented

Pay Information

GeoZone Definition: GeoZones are geographic groupings created by Lockheed Martin to align compensation ranges with regional labor markets and cost-of-labor differences across the United States. Locations are assigned a Geo Zone based on the primary work location of the role.

• Full-time salary range (GEOZONE 1): $61900.00 - $114900.00

• Includes metropolitan areas such as Sunnyvale CA; Pal Alto, CA; New York City metropolitan area; Newark, New Jersey; etc.

• Full-time salary range (GEOZONE 2): $55700.00 - $103400.00

• Includes metropolitan areas such as Denver, CO; King of Prussia, PA; Stratford, CT; Moorestown, NJ; etc.

• Full-time salary range (GEOZONE 3): $49500.00 - $91900.00

• Includes metropolitan areas such as Dallas–Fort Worth, TX; Orlando, FL; Grand Prairie, TX; Marietta, GA; etc.

• Full-time salary range (GEOZONE 4): $44500.00 - $82700.00

• Includes metropolitan areas such as Camden, AR; Lexington, KY; Lufkin, TX; etc.

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.

Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.