Program Planner, Staff - TX

Basic Qualifications

• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications
• Demonstrated critical thinking and problem-solving abilities
• Expertise at developing/maintaining Network Schedules including integrity checks, critical path analysis, Data Driven Metrics, and Schedule Risk Analysis
• Experiences delivering project briefings to internal and external customers
• Expertise with Earned Value Management (EVM) including Cost / Schedule Integration
• Demonstrated team building skills
• Demonstrated influencing and relationship management skills
• Proficiency in Network scheduling tool (MS Project, Open Plan, Primavera, etc)
• Must be able to obtain a DoD SECRET clearance for consideration

Job Description

You will be the Program Planner, Staff for the Integrated Program Planning team. Our team is responsible for developing and maintaining program schedules and plans, driving program execution, and serving as trusted partners and strategic advisors for internal and external customers.

What You Will Be Doing

As the Program Planner, Staff, you will be responsible for leading the development and maintenance of program schedules and plans, analyzing complex data, and building effective relationships to drive program execution. You will be a key contributor to the Integrated Program Planning team, working closely with internal and external stakeholders to deliver innovative solutions.

Your Responsibilities Will Include

• Developing Integrated Master Schedules (IMS) for new or existing development/production/sustainment programs leveraging the Program Summary Master Schedules (PSMS)
• Tracking progress of program activities against baseline internal plans, and ensuring schedule margin to contract dates is achieved or maintained
• Maintaining schedules, performing probabilistic / deterministic risk analysis, and identifying critical/driving paths while developing solutions for resolutions along with network logic validation/deconfliction
• Supporting and participating in negotiations with customer and internal stakeholders
• Proposal submittal and execution schedule development through preparation and assessment of progress against established plans and parameters
• Formulating and recommending corrective action measures such as schedule revisions, fund allocations, and work requirements
• Maintaining cost and schedule integration throughout program lifecycle
• Implementing and monitoring Earned Value Management System on programs

Why Join Us

We're looking for a collaborative and strategic Program Planner, Staff who can drive program execution and deliver innovative solutions. As a trusted partner and advisor, you will have the opportunity to work with internal and external stakeholders, build effective relationships, and analyze complex data to drive program success. If you're passionate about advancing innovation and solving complex challenges, we encourage you to apply and join our team of incredible employees pioneering the future of missile defense and hypersonic technology.

Desired Skills

• Bachelor’s degree
• 10 years or more of experience in planning or program management related discipline
• Earned Value certification
• Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) development and maintenance
• Production / Sustainment / Depot Operations
• Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) Development
• Proposal development and submittal
• Integrated Master Plan (IMP) creation, maintenance, and integration with IMS
• Advanced Excel skill set including macros, lookup tables and VBA
• Experience with the Schedule Risk Assessment process/tools

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
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.