Production Planner Staff - Level 4

Job Overview Lockheed Martin Space is seeking a Level 4 Manufacturing Resource Planning professional to join our team in Littleton, CO. This role supports production, planning, and process improvement within the spacecraft manufacturing environment. Key Responsibilities Support production, business, and other processes in a team‑based manufacturing environment. Perform activities in a variety of cross‑functional areas including production planning and control, total quality management, systems, manufacturing, equipment and facilities engineering, material management, and process reengineering. Facilitate self‑directed work teams, provide training in core skill areas to teams and peers, and interact with internal and external customers with respect to production planning, problem resolution, and process improvement. Use manufacturing operations experience to drive continuous improvement. Basic Qualifications 5+ years of prior experience in manufacturing, operations, scheduling and/or logistics. Experience using ERP systems. Experience utilizing Excel to interpret data and drive action. Experience using a scheduling tool such as Microsoft Project, Open Plan, Oracle, Primavera, etc. Experience with production scheduling, capacity and critical path analysis, and material control in a manufacturing/operations/logistics environment. Experience developing and leading projects. Experience presenting to executive leadership. Experience with MS Office Suite. U.S. citizenship is required due to work location requirements. Desired Skills Experience in aerospace or defense manufacturing operations. Experience managing material masters, BOMs, EOQs, and network requirements for manufacturability. Gather relevant information systematically, consider a broad range of issues or factors, grasp complexities and perceive relationships among problems or issues. Knowledge of formal problem‑solving methodologies and ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Strong communication and problem‑solving skills. Ability to build and maintain a strong network or utilize knowledge to influence solutions that benefit business partners. Analytical skills to establish, maintain and interpret key metrics to drive manufacturing processes. Demonstrated ability to drive cross‑functional collaboration to resolve material and scheduling challenges. Ability to work independently and without direct supervision. Benefits Medical (many choices of plans; some LM locations have on‑site medical) Dental 401(k) with generous matching Generous paid time off Work/life balance, family‑friendly environment Career development and learning opportunities Team collaboration and culture Knowledgeable and supportive leadership Community‑minded organization Mentorship opportunities Rewards and recognition Generous tuition reimbursement Other Information Location: Littleton, CO. Shift: First. Employment type: Full‑time. Experience level: Experienced Professional. Business unit: SPACE. Career area: Program Planning. Relocation: Possible. Work is performed onsite full‑time at a designated Lockheed Martin facility. Pay: $90,200 – $159,045 annually (varies by state). Clearance level: None. Lockheed Martin is an equal‑opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics. #J-18808-Ljbffr Lockheed Martin