Lockheed Martin · 9 hours ago
Staff, Contracts Management (TS clearance required)
California, United States
Contract
Onsite
Lead/StaffLockheed Martin is a leader in space technology, aiming to harness the potential of space for innovation and security. The role involves supporting the National Security Space Line of Business by leading contract negotiations, establishing customer relationships, and advising on contractual rights and risks.
AerospaceCyber SecurityMachinery ManufacturingMilitaryNational SecurityRemote SensingSecurity
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Lead pre acquisition strategy discussions, proposal preparation, contract negotiation, contract administration, and customer contact activities
Establish and maintain excellent internal and external customer relationships
Implement business strategies for on-contract growth, and provide creative solutions to overcome challenges
Advise Contracts and Program leadership of contractual rights, obligations, and risks
Lead cross-functional LM teams through contract negotiation
Qualification
Required
Ability to develop trusted partnerships with internal and external customers
Experience with US Government procurement regulations (FAR/DFARS) in all aspects of the contract life cycle including proposals, administration, and close-out
Strong business acumen with the ability to recognize risk elements in business transactions
Exceptional verbal and written communication skills
Knowledge of Lockheed Martin's policies and procedures and business systems
Self-starter, requiring little to no direct supervision, and has the ability to comprehend complex financial and business concepts
Demonstrated ability to interface at senior levels of management both within the company and as the external company representative with our customer(s) representing contracts, technical, business, and program issues professionally and clearly
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
Contract drafting experience and experience with various contract types and contracting vehicles
This individual will have demonstrated abilities to develop customer relationships, shape RFPs, and have participated in proposal development and bid strategy
Possess excellent relationship-building skills with peers, leadership, and suppliers
Ability to influence positive business outcomes with fact, reason, and the ability to convey the company's positions through exceptional oral and written communication skills
US Citizenship required, candidate must have ability to obtain and maintain TS/ SCI with polygraph and successfully pass a drug and background check
Preferred
Advanced educational degree(s), such as JD or MBA
NCMA and/or IACCM certification is highly desired but not required
Company
Lockheed Martin
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.
Founded in 1912
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$6.06BKey Investors
Air Force Research Laboratory
2025-12-05Post Ipo Debt· $3B
2025-08-28Post Ipo Debt· $3B
2023-11-13Grant· $33.7M
Leadership Team
Jim Taiclet
Chairman, President & CEO
Craig Martell
Chief Technology Officer
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