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 spaceas 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 harnessthe full potential of space to cultivate innovation,reduce costs, and push the boundaries of whattechnology can achieve. We’re creating future-readysolutions, focusing on resiliency and urgency throughour 21st Century Security® vision. We’re erasingboundaries and forming partnerships across industriesand around the world. We’re advancing spacecraft andthe workforce to fuel the next generation. And we’rereimagining how space can connect us, ensuringsecurity and prosperity. Join us in shaping a new era inspace and find a career that's built for you. At Lockheed Martin Space we build satellites andspacecraft that do amazing things in space for ourgovernment and commercial customers. Connectingpeople, advancing discovery, and protecting whatmatters most. Our satellites give earlier warning ofsevere weather, connect troops on the battlefield, anddeliver GPS directions to a billion people worldwide. Wealso take rocket science to the next level developingsystems that protect from both a distance and in close combat. We are pioneering the future of missiledefense and hypersonic technology, and we’re doing itall with a team of incredible employees across theworld. As we look to the future, we’re drivinginnovations to help our customers do even more inorbit. Come, join our Program Planning team in thedynamic world of Space. Here, we are driven byinnovation and integrity. By applying the higheststandards of business ethics and a forward-thinkingmindset, we believe everything is within our reach –and yours – as a Lockheed Martin employee. Our Enterprise Performance organization seeks an entry level 1 Program Planner to join our mission in Highlands Ranch, CO supporting various programs and strategic initiatives within in our Commercial Civil Space line of business supporting the Orion Program. Lockheed Martin is the prime contractor building the Orion Multi-Purpose Crew Vehicle, NASA’s first spacecraft designed for long-duration, human-rated deep space exploration. Orion will transport humans to interplanetary destinations beyond low Earth orbit, such as asteroids, the moon and eventually Mars, and return them safely back to Earth. As our Program Planner, you will... - Partner with Program, Capture & Senior Managementto drive cost, schedule, and technical performance byfacilitating integration across all functions - Develop compliant Integrated Program Scheduleswhich accurately validate the flow, budget, andresources required to execute contractual scope andoverarching program strategy - Provide time-phased critical path predictive analysisand actionable planning data, and developrecommended solutions to programmatic executionconflicts - Ensure all commitments are tracked, monitored andstatused - Prepare/coordinate the development of planningartifacts for solicitation response - Interface with program management, seniormanagement and the customer as the programsplanning integrator - Ensure vertical and horizontal integration, andcost/schedule integration between all schedules andother program artifacts - Devise modeling and measuring techniques tointegrate risks and opportunities with schedule andcost baseline, and to perform schedule riskassessments - Utilizes performance and health metrics analyses to drive actions resulting in improved programperformance#LM - Space. Program. Planners - Bachelor degree preferred - Understanding of EVM - Understanding of critical path analysis - Understanding of the end-to-end lifecycle of aspacecraft/satellite program - Understanding of the Program Performance. Management Process - Demonstrated competency in integratingcost/schedule - Prior team lead experience - Ability to work independently as well as part of anintegrated team - Strong sense of follow-up and closure with attentionto detail - Self-starter able to operate with minimal guidance - Desire and willingness to support dynamic proposalactivities - Strong influencing and relationship managementskills - Excellent problem solving skills to identify and resolvechallenges arising in dynamic situations - Makes sound decisions quickly and efficiently, evenwith limited information or under time constraints - Ability to communicate and work effectively acrossmultiple disciplines. To promote the sharing of ideas, Lockheed Martin fosters a work environment that encourages big-picture thinking. Our employees play an active role in strengthening the quality of life where we live and work by volunteering more than 850,000 hours annually. Benefits you can enjoy include: - 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 lots of learning opportunities for aspiring minds - Fun, talented, and witty teammates - Knowledgeable, supportive, and engaged leadership - Community-minded organization - Mentorship opportunities - Rewards & recognition - Generous Tuition Reimbursement We are committed to enabling transitioning veterans to connect with their communities and find new purpose as they reintegrate into civilian life. By clicking on the links, you can find out more on how we proudly support Hiring Our Heroes. - 1-2 years of previous planning/scheduling experience - Experience with a planning tool (e.g. Microsoft. Project, Open Plan, Acumen, One Pager Pro,Primavera, Excel or another comparable tools) - Familiarity with Earned Value Management (EVM)concepts (such as critical path analysis, cost/scheduleintegration, performance metrics, program start-upactivities)