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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 reimagining 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.

Defending against modern-day missile threats requires constant collaboration and innovation. We’re able to integrate systems from end to end to detect, control, and engage the full spectrum of missile threats across every domain. It’s why we’re investing in disruptive technology like directed energy, space-based capabilities, and solid-state radar. We’re creating layers of defense that help keep us all safe and protect our freedoms.

Shooting a missile down with a missile was once a concept only dreamed up in science fiction novels. We’ve made it a scientific fact! So, what does it take to spot an enemy missile launch, identify its intended target, calculate its exact trajectory, launch an interceptor, and guide it to destroy the threat in mid-air in a matter of seconds? It’s not easy but we help our customers solve the world’s most complex challenges. Our culture supports employees to dream big, perform with perfection, and create incredible products.

We seek a level 1 (entry level) Program Planner to be part of our mission supporting the Next Generation Interceptor (NGI) Program. Based out of
Huntsville, AL, you will support the execution efforts across multiple sites and other SMD programs. For your assigned component, you will interface with Engineering, Business Operations, and Program Management and will brief senior management. Additionally, you will be responsible for developing a compliant Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) which will reflect the accurate and detailed contractual scope and resources to execute the program.

Summary of key duties: In this role, you will...
1) Support development and maintenance of the program Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) ensuring integration between the IMS and the Integrated Master Plan (IMP)
2) Maintain schedule integration between the IMS and the Program Summary Master Schedule and supplemental schedules
3) Perform critical path and schedule risk analyses
4) Provide planning support to Production Operations and Master Program Scheduler as part of monthly management rhythms. Ensure schedule accuracy
5) Perform schedule integrity checks
6) Generate and deliver IMS reports and metrics
7) Present schedule-related information to internal and external customers
8) Ensure compliance with LM Corporate Program Performance Management and Program Planning policies and practices

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Business, Operations, Supply Chain, or similar degree
• Knowledge of Schedule Performance Management techniques
• Experience delivering briefings to team members and project teams
• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications
• Must be a United States citizen and be able to obtain an Interim Secret clearance prior to start and ultimately a final Secret security clearance
• 1+ years of experience

Desired Skills

• Active Secret security clearance
• Exposure to Network scheduling tool (MS Project, Open Plan, Primavera, etc)
• Critical Path Scheduling methodologyIntegrated Master Schedule (IMS) development and maintenance
• Integrated Master Plan (IMP) knowledge
• Production / Sustainment / Depot OperationsEarned Value Management
• Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) Development
• Proposal knowledge
• Advanced Excel skill set including macros, lookup tables and VBA
• Exposure to Schedule Risk Assessment process/toolsAbility to communicate utilizing different techniques and build strong relationships
• Demonstrated critical thinking and problem-solving abilities
• Someone with demonstrated work experience (1 - 2 years)