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Program Planner, Manager - FL [SECRET]

Orlando, Florida

Orlando, Florida

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Job ID: 693791BR Date posted: May. 14, 2025
Description:Our mission is clear. At Lockheed Martin Missiles and Fire Control (MFC), we solve complex challenges, advance scientific discovery, and deliver innovative solutions to help our customers keep people safe. We take rocket science to the next level and develop systems that protect from both a distance and in close-combat. We are pioneering the future of missile defense and hypersonic technology. And we’re doing it all with a team of incredible employees across the world.
Lockheed Martin Missiles and Fire Control is hiring at a record pace. With numerous business wins and advancing innovation for tomorrow, we’re looking for the brightest minds to come join our team Lockheed Martin Missiles and Fire Control Integrated Program Planners propel our programs forward. As part of the Program Planning family, you will support the preparation and maintenance of program schedules and plans. Our Program Planners are trusted partners and strategic advisors.
What You Will Be Doing

  • Act as primary point of contact with program Directors and Senior Program Planning Management
  • Supervise Planning team and provide direction and oversight through daily interactions
  • Collaborate with Senior Planning Manager for personnel assignments, establishment of priorities and ensuring adequate training
  • Maintain and provide guidance to team members based on organizational goals and company policy
  • Responsibility for accuracy and timeliness of Planning artifacts for business area
  • Formulating and recommending corrective action measures such as schedule revisions, fund allocations, and work requirements


Why Join us
Do you want to be part of a company culture that empowers employees to think big, lead with a growth mindset, and make the impossible a reality? We provide the resources and give you the flexibility to enable inspiration and focus -if you have the passion and courage to dream big, work hard, and have fun doing what you love then we want to build a better tomorrow with you.

For this onsite role, we offer flexible work schedules to comprehensive benefits investing in your future and security, Learn more about Lockheed Martin’s comprehensive benefits package here.

Further Information About This Opportunity:

This position is in Orlando. Discover more about our Orlando, Florida location.

MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN - A company-sponsored secret clearance with an investigation within 5 years is required to start.
Basic Qualifications:
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office applications
  • Demonstrated critical thinking and problem solving abilities
  • Proficient at developing/maintaining complex Network Schedules including integrity checks, critical path analysis, and Schedule Risk Analysis using MS Project / Deltek Open Plan
  • Experiences delivering project briefings to internal and external customers
  • Knowledge and experiences of Earned Value Management (EVM) including Cost / Schedule Integration
  • Proficient and effective team building skills
  • Demonstrated influencing and relationship management skills
  • Active DoD SECRET clearance to be considered
    Desired Skills:
  • 15 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 and Project Server 2016
  • 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
    Security Clearance Statement: This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.
    Clearance Level: Secret
    Other Important Information You Should Know
    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 this match be identified you may be contacted for this and future openings.
    Ability to Work Remotely: Onsite Full-time: The work associated with this position will be performed onsite at a designated Lockheed Martin facility.
    Work Schedules: Lockheed Martin supports a variety of alternate work schedules that provide additional flexibility to our employees. Schedules range from standard 40 hours over a five day work week while others may be condensed. These condensed schedules provide employees with additional time away from the office and are in addition to our Paid Time off benefits.
    Schedule for this Position: 4x10 hour day, 3 days off per week
    Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.
    The application window will close in 90 days; applicants are encouraged to apply within 5 - 30 days of the requisition posting date in order to receive optimal consideration.
    At Lockheed Martin, we use our passion for purposeful innovation to help keep people safe and solve the world's most complex challenges. Our people are some of the greatest minds in the industry and truly make Lockheed Martin a great place to work.

    With our employees as our priority, we provide diverse career opportunities designed to propel, develop, and boost agility. Our flexible schedules, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits enable our employees to live a healthy, fulfilling life at and outside of work. We place an emphasis on empowering our employees by fostering an inclusive environment built upon integrity and corporate responsibility.

    If this sounds like a culture you connect with, you’re invited to apply for this role. Or, if you are unsure whether your experience aligns with the requirements of this position, we encourage you to search on Lockheed Martin Jobs, and apply for roles that align with your qualifications.
    Experience Level: Experienced Professional
    Business Unit: MISSILES AND FIRE CONTROL
    Relocation Available: Possible
    Career Area: Program Planning
    Type: Full-Time
    Shift: First
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    About

    At Lockheed Martin, we apply our passion for purposeful innovation to keep people safe and solve the world's most complex challenges.

    Pioneering Defense Technology: From aerospace to outer space to cyber space, you can innovate mission solutions alongside the best minds in the business.

    United By Culture: Excellence, integrity, and collaboration define us. We accelerate change and embrace one another’s perspectives to win for our customers.

    Real Impact, Real Growth: Grow your career and skills for life. Our wide array of opportunities and technology-driven learning programs enable your development and agility.

    Your Health, Your Wealth, Your Life: Competitive pay, comprehensive benefits and flexible schedules designed so you thrive — at work and beyond.

    Empowered to Be Your Best: Use your strengths to make a difference in the lives of one another, our customers, our communities, and our planet.

    Here, the possibilities are endless because we offer:

    • Flexible Schedules, dependent on role
    • Levels: Student, Entry, Mid, Senior, Management
    • Locations: Nationwide & OCONUS Positions

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    Qualifications

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    • Collaborative

      There is no innovation without imagination. You bring new, different and exciting ideas to the table every day. You are committed to the success of your team.

    • Curious

      The ability to explore and drive new ideas. You think innovatively to come up with creative solutions to complex challenges.

    • Goal-oriented

      From planning and organizing to decision making, goal orientation produces impactful results. You set goals and strive to make things happen quickly and efficiently.

    • Proactive

      The ability to anticipate, plan and prepare for what lies ahead. You act rather than react to potential situations.

    • Problem Solver

      You work to tackle tough problems with complex solutions.

    • Strategic

      You observe, reflect and analyze processes to make more informed decisions.

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    “Before I came to Lockheed Martin, I never thought I’d get these opportunities. The benefits available and the company’s value culture make it an incredibly supportive place to work, and I’m grateful to work somewhere that wants me to succeed. I hope to have a long career here making an impact, and I know I’ll be supported in doing that every step of the way.”

    Ryan J., Enterprise Operations

    Benefits

    • Healthcare

      Medical, Dental and Vision coverage is available for employees who opt-in.

    • 401(k)/Retirement Plans

      Our 401(k) plan features generous matching and company contributions.

    • Professional Development

      We support our employees through mentoring, internal & external educational programs, networking, skills enhancement and career-building programs.

    • Maternity and Paternity Leave

      Our generous parental leave policies support your journey into parenthood. When you return to work, our facilities offer mother's rooms to support your transition and work/life balance.

    • Paid Time Off

      We offer PTO, paid holidays and paid time off for jury duty and military obligations.

    • Flex-time

      Depending on the position, we offer flexible work schedules.

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