Engineering Planner​/Project Manager III

Overview

Protecting what matters most is the mission that matters most. 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 re‑imagining 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.

Lockheed Martin Space, Highlands Ranch, CO – immediate opportunity for a level 3 Engineering Planner/Project Manager in the Engineering Planning organization.

Engineering Planning supports our Space engineering customers and provides the following services: create/maintain detailed/resource‑loaded supplement schedules, align schedules with the program and operations plans, and generate/maintain metrics. Our main mission is to create and manage schedules, coordinate with stakeholders, and create performance metrics to give customers the tools they need to be successful.

• Develop and maintain detailed, logic‑based engineering release plans and supplemental schedules in Microsoft Project in support of the IMS.
• Support various programs with planning support for short and long‑term tasking.
• Work closely with Engineering organization to maintain engineering execution plans.
• Provide status updates and maintain metrics for reporting.
• Maintain various ad‑hoc reports, such as labor analysis, and rough‑cut capacity planning.

• Minimum of 4–5 years of relevant experience in planning, scheduling, or manufacturing.
• Proven ability in utilizing MS Project, Open Plan or another comparable scheduling/planning tool.
• Experience delivering project briefings to internal customers.
• Experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint.
• United States citizenship required.

• 6–8+ years of experience in planning or program management related discipline.
• Prefer 2–3 years of experience program planning within the aerospace/defense industry.
• Experience using EPDM (Engineering Product Data Management) or similar centralized engineering and design data management software.
• Experience in resource loading, performing capacity/constraint management and analysis.
• Experience delivering project briefings to internal customers.
• Ability to manage multiple projects with various scope and deadlines.
• Root Cause and Corrective Action experience and mindset.
• Demonstrated critical thinking and problem‑solving abilities.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and proven ability to work well in team environment.

• Medical (many choices of plans; some LM locations have on‑site medical).
• Dental.
• 401(k) with generous matching.
• Generous paid time off.
• Work/life balance, family‑friendly environment.
• Career development, career‑growth, and plenty of learning opportunities.
• Fun, talented, and witty teammates.
• Knowledgeable, supportive, and engaged leadership.
• Community‑minded organization.
• Mentorship opportunities.
• Rewards & recognition.
• Generous tuition reimbursement.

Expression 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 such a match be identified you may be contacted for this and future openings.

Work Schedules: The schedule for this position is 9×80 every other Friday off.

Pay Rate: The annual base salary range for this position in Colorado is $77,700–$136,965. Salary may vary by work location.

Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance,…