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Lockheed Martin · 1 day ago

Engineering Planner - Level 4

Lockheed Martin is a leader in space technology, and they are seeking an experienced Engineering Planner for the GeoXO program. This role focuses on developing and maintaining detailed engineering schedules to support spacecraft development and execution, while leading a team of Engineering Planners to ensure program deadlines are met.

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Responsibilities

Architect detailed, logic-based engineering release plans and supplemental schedules in Microsoft Project in support of the IMS
Functions as a lead for multiple Engineering Planners. Exerts influence at the higher levels of the Program and organization
Work closely with Engineers and Engineering CAMs to develop credible and executable schedules and release plans. Drives accountability and influences stakeholders at senior management levels
Work closely with Program Planning to help develop the Integrated Master Schedule (IMS)
Primary POC Engineering Planning during the proposal phase of a Program and help develop the Engineering planning Concept of Operations for the program, provide inputs for Basis of Estimates and architect early supplemental schedules
Collaborate with Program Planning and Operations Planning counterparts frequently to maintain vertical and horizontal schedule traceability across the Program as part of the Demand Management process

Qualification

Microsoft ProjectEarned Value ManagementIntegrated Master ScheduleResource loadingCapacity managementConstraint resolutionMulti-taskingDiplomacyTeam leadershipOrganizational skillsRelationship building

Required

Must be proficient at using Microsoft Project or Open Plan and able to architect and maintain detailed schedules
Advanced experience with resource loading, capacity management and constraint resolution within a schedule
Demonstrated experience as a lead or leading a team of people
Advanced experience with Earned Value Management (EVM), EVM Metrics and EVM Guidelines
Previous or current experience working with IPT Leads / Engineers / Engineering

Preferred

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college with 10+ years of relevant work experience in planning, scheduling, or manufacturing
Current experience using Microsoft Project Server or Open Plan
High level understanding of an Integrated Master Schedule (IMS)
Ability to multi-task, organize and delegate effectively
Advanced understanding of spacecraft architecture, manufacturing and test
Ability to act with urgency and diplomacy to challenging issues and customers
Ability to exert influence, develop enduring relationships and energize the team

Benefits

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
Holidays

Company

Lockheed Martin

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Lockheed Martin is a global security and aerospace company that specializes in advanced technology systems, products, and services. It is a sub-organization of Lockheed Martin.

H1B Sponsorship

Lockheed Martin has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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2025 (1)
2023 (1)
2022 (1)
2021 (2)

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$6.06B
Key Investors
Air Force Research Laboratory
2025-12-05Post Ipo Debt· $3B
2025-08-28Post Ipo Debt· $3B
2023-11-13Grant· $33.7M

Leadership Team

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Jim Taiclet
Chairman, President & CEO
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Craig Martell
Chief Technology Officer
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