Lockheed Martin
Staff, Contracts Manager (TS clearance required)
Lockheed Martin, Herndon, Virginia, United States, 22070
Description: What is it like to work in contracts at Lockheed Martin?
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What does this role look like? The successful candidate thrives in autonomous and creative environments supporting dynamic onsite classified programs. The role requires contracts management understanding to support the Contract Lifecycle from proposal preparation and strategy through submittal, negotiations, execution, and closeout. The successful candidate will work closely with internal functional organizations (finance, pricing, program management, engineering, subcontracts, etc.) and external customers.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Developing solution recommendations for complex contractual matters
Developing contracts strategy and customer relationship management
Developing risk assessments and mitigation plans
Assisting the manager and program team on various special assignments that require skill, knowledge, and business acumen
Providing contractual expertise and leadership
Basic Qualifications:
You will need to be a US Citizen, and have a TS clearance to support this government contract, as well as successfully pass a drug and background check, in order to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.
Ability to manage or negotiate contracts
Bachelor's or Master’s degree from an accredited college, or equivalent experience in lieu of a degree.
Ability to obtain and maintain TS/ SCI w/ Poly clearance
Desired Skills:
Bachelor's or Master's degree from an accredited college or equivalent experience/combined education, with 5+ years of professional experience
Knowledge of and experience with acquisition regulations (FAR, DFAR)
Strong strategic thinker, with the proven ability to collaborate with leaders cross‑functionally, and creative contracting experiences in contract management
Strong analytical and critical thinking skills
Ability to multi‑task in a fast‑paced team environment and work well under pressure
Proven exceptional strategic communication skills, both written, verbal, and presentation, to effectively communicate business cases to all levels of peers, suppliers, as well as program and executive management, with an ability to persuade and motivate action.
Ability to analyze contract terms and risks to mitigate financial impacts
Possess effective relationship‑building skills with peers, leadership, and suppliers
Bring positivity and enthusiasm to every project you touch.
Security Clearance Statement:
This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.
Clearance Level:
TS/SCI w/Poly
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.
Experience Level:
Experienced Professional
Business Unit:
SPACE
Relocation Available:
Possible
Career Area:
Contracts
Type:
Full‑Time
Shift:
First
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What does this role look like? The successful candidate thrives in autonomous and creative environments supporting dynamic onsite classified programs. The role requires contracts management understanding to support the Contract Lifecycle from proposal preparation and strategy through submittal, negotiations, execution, and closeout. The successful candidate will work closely with internal functional organizations (finance, pricing, program management, engineering, subcontracts, etc.) and external customers.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Developing solution recommendations for complex contractual matters
Developing contracts strategy and customer relationship management
Developing risk assessments and mitigation plans
Assisting the manager and program team on various special assignments that require skill, knowledge, and business acumen
Providing contractual expertise and leadership
Basic Qualifications:
You will need to be a US Citizen, and have a TS clearance to support this government contract, as well as successfully pass a drug and background check, in order to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.
Ability to manage or negotiate contracts
Bachelor's or Master’s degree from an accredited college, or equivalent experience in lieu of a degree.
Ability to obtain and maintain TS/ SCI w/ Poly clearance
Desired Skills:
Bachelor's or Master's degree from an accredited college or equivalent experience/combined education, with 5+ years of professional experience
Knowledge of and experience with acquisition regulations (FAR, DFAR)
Strong strategic thinker, with the proven ability to collaborate with leaders cross‑functionally, and creative contracting experiences in contract management
Strong analytical and critical thinking skills
Ability to multi‑task in a fast‑paced team environment and work well under pressure
Proven exceptional strategic communication skills, both written, verbal, and presentation, to effectively communicate business cases to all levels of peers, suppliers, as well as program and executive management, with an ability to persuade and motivate action.
Ability to analyze contract terms and risks to mitigate financial impacts
Possess effective relationship‑building skills with peers, leadership, and suppliers
Bring positivity and enthusiasm to every project you touch.
Security Clearance Statement:
This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.
Clearance Level:
TS/SCI w/Poly
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.
Experience Level:
Experienced Professional
Business Unit:
SPACE
Relocation Available:
Possible
Career Area:
Contracts
Type:
Full‑Time
Shift:
First
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