Program Planning Intern​/Goleta, CA

Description: Our mission is clear. At Lockheed Martin Missiles and Fire Control (MFC), we solve complex challenges, advance scientific discovery and deliver innovative solutions to help our customers keep people safe. We take rocket science to the next level and develop systems that protect from both a distance and in close‑combat. We are pioneering the future of missile defense and hypersonic technology.

And we’re doing it all with a team of incredible employees across the world.

Support the preparation and maintenance of program schedules and plans. Assist program planners by performing day‑to‑day activities in program planning and scheduling, using industry software such as Microsoft Project, Deltek Open Plan, Milestones Professional, and schedule risk assessment tools. Attend key program meetings, gather status, update schedules, analyze results, and employ critical thinking to mitigate risks and drive successful program performance.

• Currently pursuing a Bachelors or Masters degree
• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications
• Demonstrated critical thinking and problem‑solving abilities
• Experience achieving team‑oriented objectives
• Experience developing and delivering presentations
• Must be able to balance school schedule and work part‑time during school year, with ability to work full time during breaks
• Must be able to work onsite

• Exposure to network scheduling tools (MS Project, Open Plan, Primavera, etc.)
• 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

Santa Barbara (Goleta), California facility.

Full‑time during breaks and part‑time during school year; onsite.

Co‑op/Summer Intern

Missiles and Fire Control

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Annual base salary range: $53,227 - $70,708 (California, Massachusetts, New York excluding major metros, Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New Jersey, Vermont, Washington or Washington DC). Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short‑term disability, long‑term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, EAP, education assistance, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays.

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