Manager, Integrated Program Planner - Level 5

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Manager, Integrated Program Planner - Level 5

Full Time

Huntsville AL 35899 USA

Posted 02/20/2026

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Description:Protecting what matters most is the mission that matters most.

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. Were creating future-ready solutions, focusing on resiliency and urgency through our 21st Century Security vision. Were erasing boundaries and forming partnerships across industries and around the world. Were advancing spacecraft and the workforce to fuel the next generation. And were 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. Were able to integrate systems from end to end to detect, control, and engage the full spectrum of missile threats across every domain. Its why were investing in disruptive technology like directed energy, space-based capabilities, and solid-state radar. Were 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. Weve 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? Its not easy but at Lockheed Martin, we help customers solve the worlds most complex challenges. Our culture supports employees to dream big, perform with perfection, and create incredible products. Come, join us!

Our Enterprise Performance organization seeks a level 5 Manager, Integrated Program Planner to join our mission in Huntsville, AL supporting Terminal High Altitude Area Defense (THAAD). In this role you will support the execution efforts across multiple sites and other SMD programs as required. For your assigned component, you will interface with Engineering, Business Operations, and Program Management and will brief senior management. You will also 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.

In this role, you will...

1) Lead development and maintenance of the program Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) including 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

9) Support all phases of the proposal through submittal to include SOW, CWBS, and IMP traces to tasks

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Basic Qualifications:
5+ years of professional and leadership experience in operational planning or scheduling

Proficient with scheduling tools such as Open Plan, Primavera, MS Project, or Project View

Experience analyzing planning metrics and trends and implement actionable improvement plans

Experienced at developing/maintaining Network Schedules including integrity checks, critical path analysis, and Schedule Risk Analysis

Experiences with Earned Value Management (EVM) including Cost / Schedule Integration

Proficient with Microsoft Office applications

Experiences delivering project briefings to internal and external customers

U.S. Citizen and able to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance
Desired Skills:
Bachelors or Masters degree with 10-15 years of professional experience with 10 years being directly related to a planning and/or leadership position


Active Secret clearance


Experience with Open Plan Professional


Familiarity with Space Operations and Planning


Knowledge of Corporate PPMP requirements document and SSC PPM-IP document


Experience with Schedule Risk Assessments (Monte Carlo simulations)


Experience working with resource loaded schedules


Earned Value Management experience


Experience in government reviews, audits, and closing out actions


Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build effective internal relationships


Experience providing direct program planning expertise across program components as required

Demonstrated critical thinking and problem solving abilities

Demonstrated team building and leadership skills

Demonstrated influencing and relationship management skills

To promote the sharing of ideas, Lockheed Martin fosters a work environment that encourages big-picture thinking. Our employees play an active role in strengthening the quality of life where we live and work by volunteering more than 850,000 hours annually.

Medical {many choices of plans; some LM locations have on-site medical}
Dental
401k {with generous matching}
Generous Paid time off
Work/life balance, family-friendly environment
Career development, career-growth, and lots of learning opportunities for aspiring minds
Fun, talented, and witty teammates
Knowledgeable, supportive, and engaged leadership
Community-minded organization
Mentorship opportunities
Rewards & recognition
Generous Tuition Reimbursement

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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: 9x80 every other Friday off
Pay Rate: The annual base salary range for this position in California, Massachusetts, and New York (excluding most major metropolitan areas), Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New Jersey, Vermont, Washington or Washington DC is $111,700 - $196,880. For states not referenced above, the salary range for this position will reflect the candidates final work location. Please note that the salary information 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 and business considerations when extending an offer.
Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays.
(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.
This position is incentive plan eligible.
Pay Rate: The annual base salary range for this position in most major metropolitan areas in California, Massachusetts, and New York is $128,400 - $222,640. For states not referenced above, the salary range for this position will reflect the candidates final work location. Please note that the salary information 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 and business considerations when extending an offer.
Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays.
This position is incentive plan eligible.
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.
Join us at Lockheed Martin, where your mission is ours. Our customers tackle the hardest missions. Those that demand extraordinary amounts of courage, resilience and precision. Theyre dangerous. Critical. Sometimes they even provide an opportunity to change the world and save lives. Those are the missions we care about.

As a leading technology innovation company, Lockheed Martins vast team works with partners around the world to bring proven performance to our customers toughest challenges. Lockheed Martin has employees based in many states throughout the U.S., and Internationally, with business locations in many nations and territories.
Experience Level: Experienced Professional
Business Unit: SPACE
Relocation Available: Possible
Career Area: Program Planning
Type: Task Order/IDIQ
Shift: First

Job Requirementsback to top

5+ years of professional and leadership experience in operational planning or scheduling

Proficient with scheduling tools such as Open Plan, Primavera, MS Project, or Project View

Experience analyzing planning metrics and trends and implement actionable improvement plans

Experienced at developing/maintaining Network Schedules including integrity checks, critical path analysis, and Schedule Risk Analysis

Experiences with Earned Value Management (EVM) including Cost / Schedule Integration

Proficient with Microsoft Office applications

Experiences delivering project briefings to internal and external customers

U.S. Citizen and able to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance

Job Detailsback to top

Location Huntsville, AL, 35899, United States

Categories Administrative & Clerical

Sec Clearances Secret

Pref Degree Masters

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Manager, Integrated Program Planner - Level 5