Contract Management (TS clearance)

Lockheed Martin•Littleton, CO

6d•Onsite

About The Position

What is it like to work in contracts at Lockheed Martin? 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. We’re advancing spacecraft and the workforce to fuel the next generation. And we’re reimagining how space can connect us, ensuring security and prosperity. Join us in shaping a new era in space and find a career that's built for you. What does this role look like? In this role you will: Perform contracts management functions across the spectrum of actions associated with providing supplies and services, from capture through proposal, contract award, and all phases of contract administration. Provide business advice and guidance to and coordinate with other functions including program management, finance, legal, subcontracts, business development, engineering, human resources, accounting, and compliance to effectively manage a breadth of responsibilities, including contract solicitations / capture, negotiations, and contract terms, including fulfillment of related obligations. Serve as authorized, empowered representative for the Company as interface with Customer buying representatives responsible for building effective relationships and managing contracts to support business goals and objectives. Coordinate solutions to contractual issues and Customer concerns related to Company performance. Ensure contractual compliance with all laws and regulations, and adherence to Delegation of Authority and approval requirements for proposals and contractual actions. Lead and support audits, as appropriate, with internal and external audit teams and agencies to support contract-related activities and verify compliance. Ensure final contract documents are consistent with agreements reached at negotiations. May plan and participate in training of contract practices within Company. Collect contractual data and compiles reports in response to Corporate and Business Area requests. #LI-CS1

Requirements

Contracts negotiation, analyst, or management experiences
Bachelor's or Master's degree from an accredited college or equivalent experience/combined education or relevant experience in lieu of degree
Proven exceptional strategic communication skills, both written, verbal, and presentation
Top Secret Clearance required prior to start

Nice To Haves

Experience with FAR/DFARS based contracts, including cost type and fixed price arrangements.
TS-SCI desired.
NCMA and/or IACCM certification highly desired.
Demonstrated ability to interface with our customer(s) representing contracts or program issues professionally and clearly.
Demonstrated experience with briefing senior leadership on program status and contractual issues.
Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills to support and achieve business goals and a desire to help grow the business and gain efficiencies to improve program performance.

Responsibilities

Perform contracts management functions across the spectrum of actions associated with providing supplies and services, from capture through proposal, contract award, and all phases of contract administration.
Provide business advice and guidance to and coordinate with other functions including program management, finance, legal, subcontracts, business development, engineering, human resources, accounting, and compliance to effectively manage a breadth of responsibilities, including contract solicitations / capture, negotiations, and contract terms, including fulfillment of related obligations.
Serve as authorized, empowered representative for the Company as interface with Customer buying representatives responsible for building effective relationships and managing contracts to support business goals and objectives.
Coordinate solutions to contractual issues and Customer concerns related to Company performance.
Ensure contractual compliance with all laws and regulations, and adherence to Delegation of Authority and approval requirements for proposals and contractual actions.
Lead and support audits, as appropriate, with internal and external audit teams and agencies to support contract-related activities and verify compliance.
Ensure final contract documents are consistent with agreements reached at negotiations.
May plan and participate in training of contract practices within Company.
Collect contractual data and compiles reports in response to Corporate and Business Area requests.