Your Core Responsibilities
Developing Integrated Master Schedules (IMS) for new or existing development/production/sustainment programs leveraging the Program Summary Master Schedules (PSMS)
Tracking progress of program activities against baseline internal plans, ensuring schedule margin to contract dates is achieved or maintained
Maintaining schedules, performing probabilistic/deterministic risk analysis, identifying critical/driving paths, and developing solutions for resolutions along with network‑logic validation/deconfliction
Supporting and participating in negotiations with customers and internal stakeholders
Preparing proposal submittal and execution schedules, assessing progress against established plans and parameters
Formulating and recommending corrective actions such as schedule revisions, fund allocations, and work requirements
Maintaining cost and schedule integration throughout the program lifecycle
Implementing and monitoring Earned Value Management (EVM) systems on programs
Why Join Us
We seek a collaborative and analytical Program Planner to join our team. As a trusted partner and strategic advisor, you will have the opportunity to:
Drive program execution and support the development of innovative solutions
Work with complex data and build strong relationships
Grow professionally in a challenging role that contributes to the future of missile defense and hypersonic technology
We are committed to supporting your work‑life balance and overall well‑being, offering flexible scheduling options. Learn more about Lockheed Martin’s comprehensive benefits package here: https://lmt.co/OneLM-JobDescription-Benefits
Further Information About This Opportunity
Location – Dallas, TX
Basic Qualifications
Proficient with Microsoft Office applications
Demonstrated critical thinking and problem‑solving abilities
Expertise in developing/maintaining network schedules (integrity checks, critical‑path analysis, data‑driven metrics, schedule risk analysis)
Experience delivering project briefings to internal and external customers
Expertise with Earned Value Management (EVM), including cost/schedule integration
Strong team‑building skills
Influencing and relationship‑management abilities
Proficiency in network‑scheduling tools (MS Project, Open Plan, Primavera, etc.)
Ability to obtain a DoD SECRET clearance for consideration
Desired Skills
Bachelor’s degree
10 + years of experience in planning or program‑management‑related discipline
Earned Value certification
Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) development and maintenance
Experience with production, sustainment, or depot operations
Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) development
Proposal development and submittal experience
Integrated Master Plan (IMP) creation, maintenance, and integration with IMS
Advanced Excel skill set (macros, lookup tables, VBA)
Experience with schedule risk‑assessment processes/tools
Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $89100.00 - $165500.00
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.
