Integrated Program Planner Asc Mgr

Lockheed Martin Corporation; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 149,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

401(k) match

Paid time off

Job summary

Lockheed Martin Corporation is seeking an Integrated Program Planner to design and sustain Integrated Master Schedules (IMS) for high‑stakes programs within Missiles and Fire Control. You will partner with senior leadership to translate complex data into actionable, on‑time solutions and drive schedule integrity across development, production, and sustainment.

You’ll lead a planning team, manage risks, and support negotiations with customers and internal stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications.
• Experience developing/maintaining Network Schedules with integrity checks, critical path, and Schedule Risk Analysis using MS Project, Deltek Open Plan, or Primavera.
• Experience delivering project briefings to internal and external customers.
• Experience with Earned Value Management (EVM) including C/SI.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary liaison for program directors and senior planning leadership.
• Lead and mentor the Planning team with day-to-day direction and training oversight.
• Partner with Planning Manager to prioritize tasks and allocate resources.
• Ensure timely delivery of high-quality planning artifacts aligned with objectives.
• Create and maintain Integrated Master Schedules (IMS) for development, production, and sustainment programs.

Skills

Critical thinking

Problem solving

Team leadership

Schedule analysis

Stakeholder communication

Earned Value Management

DoD clearance

Tools

Microsoft Project

Deltek Open Plan

Primavera

Job description

Standard Job Description

LockheedMartin’s Integrated Program Planning Team – Where Precision Meets Innovation!

Your next career chapter starts here—where every idea matters and every team member is empowered to excel. As an Integrated Program Planner at Missiles and Fire Control, you’ll collaborate with diverse experts to deliver mission‑critical solutions that protect our nation and inspire the world.

As an Integrated Program Planner you’ll be the keystone of schedule‑driven success for some of the nation’s most critical programs. You’ll design and sustain Integrated Master Schedules that keep our missions on‑track, partner with senior stakeholders to shape strategic decisions, and translate complex data into actionable, on‑time solutions.

In this role you’ll seedirectimpact on mission success, gainacceleratedcareer growth through exposure to multi‑domain systems, and work alongside world‑class engineers pushing the boundaries of what’s possible.

Ready to architect the future of program execution? Bring your expertise to a team that values precision, collaboration, and bold thinking—because at LockheedMartin, we don’t just plan; wedeliver history‑making results.

Your Core Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary liaison for program directors and senior planning leadership.
• Lead and mentor the Planning team, providing day‑to‑day direction, performance feedback, and training oversight.
• Partner with the Planning Manager to prioritize tasks, assign personnel, and implement corrective actions when needed.
• Ensure the timely delivery of high‑quality planning artifacts that align with business‑area objectives.
• Create and maintain Integrated Master Schedules (IMS) for new and existing development, production, and sustainment programs, building on the Program Summary Master Schedules (PSMS).
• Track program progress against baseline plans, safeguard schedule margin to contract dates, and report variances.
• Perform risk analyses (probabilistic and deterministic), identify critical paths, validate network logic, and devise mitigation strategies.
• Support negotiations with customers and internal stakeholders, providing schedule insights and recommendations.
• Develop and manage proposal and execution schedules, assessing progress against established milestones.
• Recommend corrective actions—including schedule revisions, funding reallocations, and work scope adjustments to keep programs on track.
• Integrate cost and schedule data throughout the program lifecycle and oversee Earned Value Management (EVM) implementation.

Forge YOUR Future – From Vision to Mission

• Transform ideas into impact –Drive program schedules that directly influence national security and global innovation.
• Grow with industry leaders –Collaborate with world‑class engineers and senior stakeholders, gaining unparalleled expertise across multi‑domain systems.
• Flexibility that works for you –Onsite role with adaptable schedules so you can deliver peak performance while maintaining work‑life balance.

Basic Qualifications

• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications
• Demonstrated critical thinking and problem-solving abilities
• Experienced at developing/maintaining Network Schedules including integrity checks, critical path analysis, and Schedule Risk Analysis using MS Project, Deltek Open Plan, or Primavera
• Experiences delivering project briefings to internal and external customers
• Experiences with Earned Value Management (EVM) including Cost / Schedule Integration
• Demonstrated team building skills
• Demonstrated influencing and relationship management skills
• Active DoD SECRET clearance

Desired Skills

• 10 years or more of experience in planning or program management related discipline
• Experience in leading diverse teams virtually across multiple locations
• Experience in creating, maintaining, and providing analysis for Programs
• Demonstrated practical application of Program Planning processes and tools
• Experience with DCMA surveillances
• Demonstrated understanding of the Integrated Program Management DIDs (IPMR & IPMDAR)
• Experience with the capture/proposal management process – development and management of capture/proposal schedules, support of the various color reviews, demonstrated understanding and successful support of the executive review process
• Expert user with Microsoft Project 2016, Deltek Open Plan, or Primavera
• Work Breakdown Structure development and maintenance experience
• IMS development and maintenance expertise
• Integrated Master Plan (IMP) creation, maintenance, and integration with IMS
• Demonstrated knowledge of subcontractor and government furnished equipment integration with the Prime Contractor’s IMS
• Earned Value Management experience / certification
• Production / Sustainment / Depot Operations
• Advanced Excel skill set including macros, lookup tables and VBA
• Proficiency in Schedule Risk Assessment process/tools
• Ability to communicate utilizing different techniques and build strong relationships

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $80200.00 - $149000.00

At Lockheed Martin, we know mission success starts with taking care of our people. Our Total Rewards program is designed to attract top talent, support your well‑being, and help you grow—both professionally and personally.

The salary range for this position is as listed on the requisition. Please note that the salary information listed is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market(work location) and business considerations when extending an offer.

Benefits offered

Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible work arrangements and schedules (e.g., 4x10), 401(k) match, Paid time off, Holidays, Parental Leave, EAP, Flexible Spending Accounts, Education Assistance, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability.

• Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs may be offered depending on the position. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and can vary from year to year and are tied to a range of performance metrics.
• For (Washington state applicants only) Non-represented full-time employees: accrue at least 10 hours per month of Paid Time Off (PTO) to be used for incidental absences and other reasons; receive at least 90 hours for holidays. Represented full time employees accrue 6.67 hours of Vacation per month; accrue up to 52 hours of sick leave annually; receive at least 96 hours for holidays. PTO, vacation, sick leave, and holiday hours are prorated based on start date during the calendar year.