Program Planner/Functional IT Liaison Support – TX/FL
Grand Prairie, Texas & Additional Locations
Grand Prairie, Texas; Orlando, Florida
Job Responsibilities
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 a distance and in close-combat. We are pioneering the future of missile defense and hypersonic technology with a team of incredible employees across the world.
Lockheed Martin Missiles and Fire Control is advancing innovation for tomorrow, we’re looking for the brightest minds to come join our Integrated Program Planning team. As part of the Program Planning family, you will support the preparation and maintenance of program schedules and plans through effective relationship building and analyzing complex data to drive program execution. Our Program Planners are trusted partners and strategic advisors for our internal and external customers.
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What You Will Be Doing
- Supporting the Program Planning user community daily operations (including IMS and PSMS development/maintenance, SRA, EVMS, Critical Path/Driving Path, related tools access/troubleshooting
- Representing and advocating for Program Planning as a liaison with IT
- Presenting to Senior leadership on tool development/enhancements
- Prioritizing Planning requests with IT resource constraints for mission success
- Supporting and participating in negotiations with Senior leadership and internal stakeholders to determine priority
- Formulating and recommending corrective action measures with schedule revisions, fund allocations, and work requirements
- Ensuring the Program Planning tools are working properly and debugging issues the user community encounters
- Implementing updates to the Program Planning tools due to internal/external required changes
For a level 3, we typically look for a Bachelors degree from an accredited college in a related discipline, or equivalent experience/combined education, with 6 years of professional experience; or 4 years of professional experience with a related Masters degree, or equivalent experience/combined education.
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.
Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
We Hear You, We See You. At Lockheed Martin, we invest in people and promoting the sharing of ideas to create incredible solutions. We know that our success depends on the combined efforts of diverse thinkers like you! At Lockheed Martin, we cultivate an inclusive environment that appreciates differences and unique thinking.
Our global commitment to diversity and inclusion reflects our values of doing what's right, respecting others and performing with excellence.
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Basic Qualifications: - Proficient with Microsoft Office applications
- Demonstrated critical thinking and problem-solving abilities
- Experiences with networked schedules, integrity checks, and critical path methodology
- Experiences with project management methodologies (Agile/Scrum/Waterfall)
- Experiences delivering project briefings to stakeholders at varying levels with commensurate detail
- Experiences with Schedule Performance Management Techniques, Earned Value Management
- General understanding of IT processes, procedures, and implementation
- Good interpersonal and communication skills with ability to build relationships
- Working knowledge of coding languages (i.e. Python, C#, C++, SQL)
- Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks and deliver results across multiple projects with multiple stakeholder groups simultaneously
- Must be able to obtain a DoD security clearance
Desired Skills: - Master’s degree
- 6 or more years related experience in Program Planning, Program/Project Management, IT roles (Agile Project Management, Product Owner, Front End Development, Network/Systems Analyst)
- Expertise in scrum, scale agile framework, kanban, scrumban, JIRA, Confluence
- Experience as an IT consultant or similar role
- Proficiency in Network scheduling tool (MS Project, Open Plan, Primavera, etc)
- Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) development and maintenance
- Production / Sustainment / Depot Operations
- Previous experience as agile product owner or agile project manager
- Programming or coding experiences (i.e. VBA, C#, SQL)
- Understanding of IT infrastructure, network administration, cybersecurity, or cloud computing
- Proposal development and submittal
- Experience with the Schedule Risk Assessment process/tools
- Ability to communicate utilizing different techniques across varying levels of leadership while building strong relationships
- Demonstrated ability to assertively decline requests, even under pressure, while maintaining a professional commitment to the mission
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: Part-time Remote Telework: The employee selected for this position will work part of their work schedule remotely and part of their work schedule at a designated Lockheed Martin facility. The specific weekly schedule will be discussed during the hiring process.
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/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.
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
About
At Lockheed Martin, we apply our passion for purposeful innovation to keep people safe and solve the world's most complex challenges.
Mission-Focused Innovation: From aerospace to outer space to cyber space, you can solve the world's most complex challenges for our customers.
Foundational Values: Our culture of performance excellence, ethics, teamwork and inclusion is embedded in everything we do.
Diverse Career Opportunities with Meaningful Work: Grow your career and skills for life. Our technology-driven learning platforms and programs enable your development and agility.
Your Health, Your Wealth, Your Life: Our flexible schedules, competitive pay and comprehensive benefits enable you to live a healthy, fulfilling life at and outside of work.
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.
Commitment to Sustainability: We foster innovation, integrity and security to preserve the environment, strengthen diverse communities and propel growth.
Here, the possibilities are endless because we offer:
- Flexible Schedules, dependent on role
- Levels: Student, Entry, Mid, Senior, Management
- Locations: Nationwide & OCONUS Positions
Qualifications
See what it takes to be a successful Lockheed Martin employee.
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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.
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Curious
The ability to explore and drive new ideas. You think innovatively to come up with creative solutions to complex challenges.
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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.
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Proactive
The ability to anticipate, plan and prepare for what lies ahead. You act rather than react to potential situations.
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Problem Solver
You work to tackle tough problems with complex solutions.
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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.”
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Benefits
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Healthcare
Medical, Dental and Vision coverage is available for employees who opt-in.
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401(k)/Retirement Plans
Our 401(k) plan features generous matching and company contributions.
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Professional Development
We support our employees through mentoring, internal & external educational programs, networking, skills enhancement and career-building programs.
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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.
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Paid Time Off
We offer PTO, paid holidays and paid time off for jury duty and military obligations.
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Flex-time
Depending on the position, we offer flexible work schedules.
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