Lockheed Contract Jobs in Madison, AL (NOW HIRING)

Job ID: 726291BR Date posted: May. 11, 2026
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. We're creating future-ready solutions, focusing on resiliency and urgency through our 21st Century Security® vision. We're erasing boundaries and forming partnerships across industries and around the world. W
Defending against modern-day missile threats requires constant collaboration and innovation. We're able to integrate systems from end to end to detect, control, and engage the full spectrum of missile threats across every domain. It's why we're investing in disruptive technology like directed energy, space-based capabilities, and solid-state radar. We're 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. We've 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? It's not easy - but at Lockheed Martin, we help customers solve the world's most complex challenges. Our culture supports employees to dream big, perform with perfection, and create incredible products. Come, join us!
We seek an experienced, level 4 Program Planning professional to join our mission as the Integrated Program Planner supporting Strategic Missile Defense (SMD) Programs. Based out of Huntsville, AL, 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) Support 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
This position is contingent upon the award of contract which is expected in August 2026.
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Basic Qualifications:
• 5 years of professional experience in a planning/scheduling capacity
• Experience using a program planning tool (e.g. Microsoft Project, Open Plan Professional, or a comparable program/project planning tool)
• Experience briefing internal and external customers
• Experience with DCMA DECM Metrics
• Experience resource loading schedule and Earned Value Management
• Must be a United States citizen and have an Interim Secret security clearance prior to start with the ability to obtain a Final Secret clearance
Desired Skills:
• Active Secret clearance
• Experience with Open Plan Professional
• Familiarity with Space Operations and SMD LOB
• 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
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.
Benefits you can enjoy include:
• 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
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. They're 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 Martin's 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: Full-Time
Shift: First