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Integrated Program Planner jobs are open from entry-level to senior and principal across defense, aerospace, government contracting, and systems engineering, with specializations in integrated master schedules, earned value management, and cross-functional program coordination. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Lockheed Martin’s Integrated Program Planning Team – Where Precision Meets Innovation!
Your next career chapter starts here—where every idea matters and every team member is empowered to excel. As an Integrated Program Planner at Missiles and Fire Control, you’ll collaborate with diverse experts to deliver mission‑critical solutions that protect our nation and inspire the world.
As an Integrated Program Planner you’ll be the keystone of schedule‑driven success for some of the nation’s most critical programs. You’ll design and sustain Integrated Master Schedules that keep our missions on‑track, partner with senior stakeholders to shape strategic decisions, and translate complex data into actionable, on‑time solutions.
In this role you’ll see direct impact on mission success, gain accelerated career growth through exposure to multi‑domain systems, and work alongside world‑class engineers pushing the boundaries of what’s possible.
Ready to architect the future of program execution? Bring your expertise to a team that values precision, collaboration, and bold thinking—because at Lockheed Martin, we don’t just plan; we deliver history‑making results.
Your Core Responsibilities
- Serve as the primary liaison for program directors and senior planning leadership.
- Lead and mentor the Planning team, providing day‑to‑day direction, performance feedback, and training oversight.
- Partner with the Planning Manager to prioritize tasks, assign personnel, and implement corrective actions when needed.
- Ensure the timely delivery of high‑quality planning artifacts that align with business‑area objectives.
- Create and maintain Integrated Master Schedules (IMS) for new and existing development, production, and sustainment programs, building on the Program Summary Master Schedules (PSMS).
- Track program progress against baseline plans, safeguard schedule margin to contract dates, and report variances.
- Perform risk analyses (probabilistic and deterministic), identify critical paths, validate network logic, and devise mitigation strategies.
- Support negotiations with customers and internal stakeholders, providing schedule insights and recommendations.
- Develop and manage proposal and execution schedules, assessing progress against established milestones.
- Recommend corrective actions—including schedule revisions, funding reallocations, and work scope adjustments—to keep programs on track.
- Integrate cost and schedule data throughout the program lifecycle and oversee Earned Value Management (EVM) implementation.
Forge YOUR Future – From Vision to Mission
- Transform ideas into impact – Drive program schedules that directly influence national security and global innovation.
- Grow with industry leaders – Collaborate with world‑class engineers and senior stakeholders, gaining unparalleled expertise across multi‑domain systems.
- Flexibility that works for you – Onsite role with adaptable schedules so you can deliver peak performance while maintaining work‑life balance.
Basic Qualifications
- Proficient with Microsoft Office applications
- Demonstrated critical thinking and problem-solving abilities
- Experienced at developing/maintaining Network Schedules including integrity checks, critical path analysis, and Schedule Risk Analysis using MS Project, Deltek Open Plan, or Primavera
- Experiences delivering project briefings to internal and external customers
- Experiences with Earned Value Management (EVM) including Cost / Schedule Integration
- Demonstrated team building skills
- Demonstrated influencing and relationship management skills
- Active DoD SECRET clearance
Desired Skills
- 10 years or more of experience in planning or program management related discipline
- Experience in leading diverse teams virtually across multiple locations
- Experience in creating, maintaining, and providing analysis for Programs
- Demonstrated practical application of Program Planning processes and tools
- Experience with DCMA surveillances
- Demonstrated understanding of the Integrated Program Management DIDs (IPMR & IPMDAR)
- Experience with the capture/proposal management process – development and management of capture/proposal schedules, support of the various color reviews, demonstrated understanding and successful support of the executive review process
- Expert user with Microsoft Project 2016, Deltek Open Plan, or Primavera
- Work Breakdown Structure development and maintenance experience
- IMS development and maintenance expertise
- Integrated Master Plan (IMP) creation, maintenance, and integration with IMS
- Demonstrated knowledge of subcontractor and government furnished equipment integration with the Prime Contractor’s IMS
- Earned Value Management experience / certification
- Production / Sustainment / Depot Operations
- Advanced Excel skill set including macros, lookup tables and VBA
- Proficiency in Schedule Risk Assessment process/tools
- Ability to communicate utilizing different techniques and build strong relationships
Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $80200.00 - $149000.00
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.
Standard Job Description
Lockheed Martin’s Integrated Program Planning Team – Where Precision Meets Innovation!
Your next career chapter starts here—where every idea matters and every team member is empowered to excel. As an Integrated Program Planner at Missiles and Fire Control, you’ll collaborate with diverse experts to deliver mission‑critical solutions that protect our nation and inspire the world.
As an Integrated Program Planner you’ll be the keystone of schedule‑driven success for some of the nation’s most critical programs. You’ll design and sustain Integrated Master Schedules that keep our missions on‑track, partner with senior stakeholders to shape strategic decisions, and translate complex data into actionable, on‑time solutions.
In this role you’ll see direct impact on mission success, gain accelerated career growth through exposure to multi‑domain systems, and work alongside world‑class engineers pushing the boundaries of what’s possible.
Ready to architect the future of program execution? Bring your expertise to a team that values precision, collaboration, and bold thinking—because at Lockheed Martin, we don’t just plan; we deliver history‑making results.
Your Core Responsibilities
- Serve as the primary liaison for program directors and senior planning leadership.
- Lead and mentor the Planning team, providing day‑to‑day direction, performance feedback, and training oversight.
- Partner with the Planning Manager to prioritize tasks, assign personnel, and implement corrective actions when needed.
- Ensure the timely delivery of high‑quality planning artifacts that align with business‑area objectives.
- Create and maintain Integrated Master Schedules (IMS) for new and existing development, production, and sustainment programs, building on the Program Summary Master Schedules (PSMS).
- Track program progress against baseline plans, safeguard schedule margin to contract dates, and report variances.
- Perform risk analyses (probabilistic and deterministic), identify critical paths, validate network logic, and devise mitigation strategies.
- Support negotiations with customers and internal stakeholders, providing schedule insights and recommendations.
- Develop and manage proposal and execution schedules, assessing progress against established milestones.
- Recommend corrective actions—including schedule revisions, funding reallocations, and work scope adjustments—to keep programs on track.
- Integrate cost and schedule data throughout the program lifecycle and oversee Earned Value Management (EVM) implementation.
Forge YOUR Future – From Vision to Mission
- Transform ideas into impact – Drive program schedules that directly influence national security and global innovation.
- Grow with industry leaders – Collaborate with world‑class engineers and senior stakeholders, gaining unparalleled expertise across multi‑domain systems.
- Flexibility that works for you – Onsite role with adaptable schedules so you can deliver peak performance while maintaining work‑life balance.
Basic Qualifications
- Proficient with Microsoft Office applications
- Demonstrated critical thinking and problem-solving abilities
- Experienced at developing/maintaining Network Schedules including integrity checks, critical path analysis, and Schedule Risk Analysis using MS Project, Deltek Open Plan, or Primavera
- Experiences delivering project briefings to internal and external customers
- Experiences with Earned Value Management (EVM) including Cost / Schedule Integration
- Demonstrated team building skills
- Demonstrated influencing and relationship management skills
- Active DoD SECRET clearance
Desired Skills
- 10 years or more of experience in planning or program management related discipline
- Experience in leading diverse teams virtually across multiple locations
- Experience in creating, maintaining, and providing analysis for Programs
- Demonstrated practical application of Program Planning processes and tools
- Experience with DCMA surveillances
- Demonstrated understanding of the Integrated Program Management DIDs (IPMR & IPMDAR)
- Experience with the capture/proposal management process – development and management of capture/proposal schedules, support of the various color reviews, demonstrated understanding and successful support of the executive review process
- Expert user with Microsoft Project 2016, Deltek Open Plan, or Primavera
- Work Breakdown Structure development and maintenance experience
- IMS development and maintenance expertise
- Integrated Master Plan (IMP) creation, maintenance, and integration with IMS
- Demonstrated knowledge of subcontractor and government furnished equipment integration with the Prime Contractor’s IMS
- Earned Value Management experience / certification
- Production / Sustainment / Depot Operations
- Advanced Excel skill set including macros, lookup tables and VBA
- Proficiency in Schedule Risk Assessment process/tools
- Ability to communicate utilizing different techniques and build strong relationships
Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $80200.00 - $149000.00
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.
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Who's Hiring
- Lockheed Martin56
- L3Harris4
- CRUSOE3
- HDR2
- Xcel Energy2
Top Industries Hiring
- Energy
- Healthcare & Medical Services
- Consulting & Professional Services
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in integrated program planner jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in engineering, systems engineering, or a related technical discipline
- Experience building and maintaining integrated master schedules using Microsoft Project or Primavera P6
- Proficiency in earned value management concepts including BCWS, BCWP, and ACWP
- Active DoD Secret or Top Secret security clearance or eligibility to obtain one
- Familiarity with DCMA and EVMS compliance standards and schedule risk assessments
- Experience coordinating across multiple engineering, finance, and program management teams
Tips for Your Integrated Program Planner Job Search
Tailor your resume to IMS-heavy postings
Hiring managers for integrated program planner roles scan for integrated master schedule experience within seconds. Pull your IMS, Gantt, and critical path work to the top of each bullet rather than burying it under general project management language.
List your scheduling tool proficiency explicitly
Many applicant tracking systems filter for specific tools before a human reads your resume. Name the scheduling and EVM software you have used, Microsoft Project, Primavera P6, Deltek, or others, in a dedicated skills section so you clear automated screens.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists integrated program planner openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target postings that match your clearance level
Defense and aerospace integrated program planner roles often specify a clearance requirement that is non-negotiable. Filter your search by clearance level and apply first to openings where your current status already matches, since sponsored clearances extend timelines significantly.
Prepare a schedule recovery scenario for interviews
Interviewers for integrated program planner positions almost always ask how you have handled a slipping schedule. Prepare a specific example that walks through your analysis, the stakeholders you engaged, and the recovery path you built, with concrete outcomes you can describe.
Negotiate scope before you negotiate salary
Once you have an offer, ask for the program's current phase, the team size, and your reporting structure before discussing compensation. Knowing whether you are inheriting a troubled schedule or joining at program start changes how you frame your counteroffer.
Integrated Program Planner Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most integrated program planners?
The most active employers for integrated program planners right now are Lockheed Martin, L3Harris, and CRUSOE, and the most openings are in Colorado, Texas, and Florida, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Demand is strongest at large defense primes and government systems integrators working on long-cycle programs.
How many integrated program planner jobs are remote?
About 60% of integrated program planner openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, though the share varies by program type. Roles focused on schedule analysis, reporting, and EVM tool administration tend to allow more remote flexibility, while positions requiring on-site access to classified systems or program war rooms are typically on-site only.
How do you become an integrated program planner?
Start with a technical or engineering degree, then build hands-on experience in project scheduling by supporting a program management office in any capacity. Learn at least one professional scheduling tool, study earned value management fundamentals, and pursue a Planning and Scheduling Professional certification. Moving into a dedicated integrated program planner role typically follows two to four years of schedule support work on a government or defense program.
How do you get hired as an integrated program planner with little experience?
Entry-level candidates are most competitive when they can demonstrate scheduling tool proficiency, even from coursework or personal projects, and show familiarity with work breakdown structures and baseline concepts. Applying for program analyst or junior scheduler roles at defense contractors is a common entry path. Contract and temporary positions on active programs also give you the program exposure that most hiring managers want to see before moving you into a full planner seat.
What does the integrated program planner interview process look like?
Most hiring processes for integrated program planners include an initial recruiter screen, a technical interview focused on scheduling methodology and EVM, and a panel interview with the program manager and lead engineer. Candidates are frequently asked to walk through a real schedule they have built or to explain how they would recover a program running behind baseline. Some employers add a practical exercise where you review a provided schedule and identify risks or logic errors.
Where can I find and apply to integrated program planner jobs?
You can find and apply to integrated program planner jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience, clearance level, and preferred location, then apply directly to each one that fits.
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