Job Description

LMCareers Business Unit
SPACE
Security Clearance
Secret
Shift
First
Direct/Indirect
Direct
Business Area
Space
Department
57D0A00:Integrated Planning
Job Class
Program Planning
Job Category
Experienced Professional
Program
MUOS SLE
Req Type
Full-Time

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.
We have an opportunity for a level 3 Program Planner to join our mission supporting the Mobile User Objective System (MUOS) Service Life Extension (SLE) team in . This is an ideal opportunity to continue developing your career in Program Planning and Program Management. If you are an enthusiastic self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced environment with experience in development and maintenance of integrated master schedule networks, this job is for you!
Summary of Key Duties: In this role you will....

• Be part of a team to plan and manage detailed schedule networks from design, assembly, test, and into operations

• Interface with Engineering, Finance and Business Operations, Supply Chain, and Program Management while working with the entire planning team to translate authorized customer requirements into the performance measurement baseline

• Develop and maintain compliant Integrated Master Schedules that accurately and comprehensively validate contractual scope, workflow, and resources required to execute the program

• Work with cross-functional teams to drive progress and performance, monitor changes and status, and facilitate communication between stakeholders

• Assist in negotiating handoffs between product areas regarding technical content and schedules as well as facilitating workaround planning as required

• Serve as a liaison by maintaining, publishing, and presenting relevant planning and scheduling information and metrics to provide visibility to management

Our level 3 employees typically have 3+ years of related work experience.
This position is contingent upon program contract award expected by Feb 2026
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Basic Qualifications

• 3-7 years of professional experience in an operational planning or scheduling type of capacity

• Proficiency in a project management schedule networking tool such as Open Plan (preferred), Primavera, Artemis, MS Project, etc

• Proven experience with Earned Value Management (EVM) principles and practices including Cost/Schedule Integration, Earned Value Metrics, Performance Measurement/Reporting, and Project Control and Forecasting.

• Demonstrated ability to compile, prepare and present information to management and customers

• Agile Planning and/or Scrum Master awareness and knowledge

• JIRA awareness and knowledge

• Must be a United States citizen and be able to obtain a Secret security clearance

Desired skills

• Bachelors degree from an accredited college

• Active Top Secret security clearance

• Agile Planning and/or Scrum Master advanced experience

• Advanced experience in a project management schedule networking tool such as Open Plan (preferred), Primavera, Artemis, MS Project

• Additional planning knowledge/experience (examples: Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) or Manufacturing Resource Planning (MRP)

• Advanced experience with Earned Value Management (EVM) principles and practices including Cost/Schedule Integration, Earned Value Metrics, Performance Measurement/Reporting, and Project Control and Forecasting.

• Proven experience with conducting Schedule Risk Assessments (SRAs) using Monte Carlo simulations

• JIRA advanced experience

• Strong sense of follow-up and closure with strict attention to detail and quality

To promote the sharing of ideas, Lockheed Martin fosters a work environment that encourages big-picture thinking. Our employees play an active role in strengthening the quality of life where we live and work by volunteering more than 850,000 hours annually.

• 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

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EEO
Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.
The application window will close in 90 days; applicants are encouraged to apply within 5 - 30 days of the requisition posting date in order to receive optimal consideration.
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At Lockheed Martin, we use our passion for purposeful innovation to help keep people safe and solve the world's most complex challenges. Our people are some of the greatest minds in the industry and truly make Lockheed Martin a great place to work.
With our employees as our priority, we provide diverse career opportunities designed to propel, develop, and boost agility. Our flexible schedules, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits enable our employees to live a healthy, fulfilling life at and outside of work. We place an emphasis on empowering our employees by fostering an inclusive environment built upon integrity and corporate responsibility.
If this sounds like a culture you connect with, you're invited to apply for this role. Or, if you are unsure whether your experience aligns with the requirements of this position, we encourage you to search on , and apply for roles that align with your qualifications.
Ability to Telecommute
No telecommuting
Other Important Information
By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in this position and could be considered for other career opportunities where similar skills and requirements have been identified as a match. Should this match be identified you may be contacted for this and future openings.
Ability to work remotely
Onsite Full-time: The work associated with this position will be performed onsite at a designated Lockheed Martin facility.
Work Schedule Information
Lockheed Martin supports a variety of alternate work schedules that provide additional flexibility to our employees. Schedules range from standard 40 hours over a five day work week while others may be condensed. These condensed schedules provide employees with additional time away from the office and are in addition to our Paid Time off benefits.
Security Clearance Information
This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.
Work Schedule
9x80 every other Friday off
Select the Telework classification for this position
Employee will work on-site full-time

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