Description:WHAT WE’RE DOINGAt Lockheed Martin Rotary and Mission Systems, we're on a mission to drive innovation and uphold the highest standards of business ethics. We believe that by pushing the boundaries of visionary thinking, we can achieve exceptional results. As a Lockheed Martin employee, you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact while working in an environment that values integrity and excellence.
THE WORKProgram Planning – What It Is & Why It MattersProgram planning is the backbone of successful, complex projects. Planners translate strategic goals into detailed, time‑phased schedules, identify risks, and provide the data that leaders need to make informed decisions. Think of it as the “navigation system” for multidisciplinary programs - guiding resources, milestones, and deliverables from concept to completion.
If you have ever coordinated construction timelines, managed curriculum rollouts, planned hospitality events, coordinated healthcare programs, overseen product launches, or synchronized mission‑critical operations, you already practice the core of program planning. This role gives you the chance to sharpen those skills, learn industry leading tools, and grow a career that directly supports national defense and aerospace innovation.
As the Program Planner, Associate, you will support the preparation and maintenance of program schedules and plans, working closely with Integrated Program Planners to drive program execution. You will be part of an F-35 Planning team that serves as trusted partners and strategic advisors for our internal and external customers.
Your responsibilities will include but are not limited to:
• Supporting the preparation, execution, and maintenance of new or existing planning products
• Developing and maintaining Integrated Master Schedules (IMS) leveraging the Program Summary Master Schedules (PSMS)
• Identifying Critical/Driving Paths, performing probabilistic/deterministic risk analysis, and developing corrective actions
• Supporting proposal submittal and execution schedule development to meet established plans and parameters
• Supporting the implementation and monitoring of the Earned Value Management System through cost and schedule integration throughout the program lifecycle
Please Note: US citizenship is required due to program requirements.
WHO YOU ARE You possess a unique blend of technical and interpersonal skills that enable you to thrive in a fast paced, collaborative environment:
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Technical foundation: Proficiency in a planning tool with the ability to learn new scheduling tools such as Deltek OpenPlan, MS Project, or comparable platforms.
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Organizational excellence: Proven skill in managing multiple tasks, tracking detailed information, and keeping projects on schedule.
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Communication strength: Comfortable presenting data, explaining schedule impacts, and influencing diverse stakeholders.
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Adaptability & confidence: Able to work independently, absorb new concepts quickly, and contribute constructively within a team.
Employees in a level 1 role typically have around 1 year of related professional experience.WHY JOIN US Your Health, Your Wealth, Your LifeOur flexible schedules, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits enable our employees to live a healthy, fulfilling life at and outside of work. At Lockheed Martin, we place an emphasis on empowering our employees by fostering innovation, integrity, and exemplifying the epitome of corporate responsibility.
Learn more about Lockheed Martin's comprehensive benefits packageBasic Qualifications:• Exposure to Network scheduling tool (MS Project, Open Plan, Primavera, etc)
• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications
• Demonstrated critical thinking and problem-solving abilities
• Experiences achieving team-oriented objectives
• Experiences developing and delivering presentations
• US citizenship is required due to program requirements
Desired Skills:• Bachelors degree
• Advanced experience in building and maintaining network schedules in an industry recognized tool (MS Project, Open Plan, P6)
• Experience in Milestones Professional
• Critical Path Methodology
• Schedule oriented mindset
• Advanced Excel skill set including macros, lookup tables and VBA
• Exposure to Monte Carlo simulations / Schedule Risk Assessment process/tools
• Ability to communicate utilizing different techniques and build strong relationships
• Experience in a transferable industry (e.g., construction, aerospace, manufacturing, education, healthcare, hospitality, logistics, or product launch)
• Military or defense background with operations/logistics planning experience is a strong plus
Clearance Level: None
Other Important Information You Should KnowExpression of Interest: 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: Part-time Remote Telework: The employee selected for this position will work part of their work schedule remotely and part of their work schedule at a designated Lockheed Martin facility. The specific weekly schedule will be discussed during the hiring process.
Work Schedules: 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.
Schedule for this Position: 4x10 hour day, 3 days off per week
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.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.
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Experience Level: Experienced Professional
Business Unit: RMS
Relocation Available: Possible
Career Area: Program Planning
Type: Full-Time
Shift: First
