Integrated Program Planner - Level 3

Lockheed Martin Space in Littleton, CO is looking for an experienced, level 3 Program Planner to support the next generation Space Protection Programs (SPP) Portfolio. This role focuses on program planning and scheduling, driving progress, and fostering collaboration across engineering, finance, operations, and supply chain teams.

• Plan and manage detailed schedule networks from design through operations.
• Interface with Engineering, Finance, Business Operations, Supply Chain, and Program Management to translate customer requirements into performance measurement baselines.
• Develop and maintain compliant Integrated Master Schedules that validate contractual scope, workflow, and resources.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to drive progress, monitor changes, and facilitate communication among stakeholders.
• Negotiate handoffs between product areas and facilitate workaround planning as needed.
• Publish and present planning and scheduling metrics to management and engineering, providing visibility of potential issues.

• At least 3 years of professional experience in operational planning or scheduling.
• Experience with Earned Value Management (EVM) focused on compliance, including control account management.
• Working knowledge of scheduling tools such as MS Project Server (preferred), Open Plan, Primavera, and/or Project View.
• Experience performing schedule integrity checks and critical-path analysis.
• U.S. citizen with an active Top Secret security clearance.

• Extensive experience with Microsoft Project Server and Microsoft Excel.
• Additional planning knowledge, such as Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) or Manufacturing Resource Planning (MRP).
• Experience with resource-loaded schedules.
• Experience with schedule risk assessments, including Monte Carlo simulations.

• Medical (various plan options; some LM locations have on-site medical).
• Dental.
• 401(k) with generous matching.
• Generous paid time off.
• Work-life balance and family-friendly environment.
• Career development and learning opportunities.
• Team culture of talent and support.
• Leadership engagement.
• Community-minded organization and mentorship.
• Rewards and recognition.
• Generous tuition reimbursement.

Security Clearance Statement: This position requires a government security clearance; candidates must be U.S. citizens.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement: Lockheed Martin is an equal‑opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.