Contracts Negotiator (TS clearance required)

Lockheed Martin Corporation•Palo Alto, CA

35d•$77,700 - $154,905•Onsite

About The Position

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.

Requirements

Bachelor's or Master's degree from an accredited college or equivalent experience/combined education
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
Current and active TS clearance

Nice To Haves

Bachelors degree from an accredited college or equivalent experience/combined education, with 5+ years of professional experience; or 3+ years of professional experience with a Masters degree.
Knowledge of and experience with acquisition regulations (FAR, DFAR)
Knowledge of and experience with grants
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.
Strong work ethic with the ability to pivot as business demographics update
Current TS/ SCI clearance

Responsibilities

Requests for Proposal (RFP) or revisions to contracts. Provide strategy, risk assessments, and offers alternative approaches to mitigate risks, including alternative contractual language; evaluates and coordinates proposals; investigates and reconciles significant contract changes involving cost, specifications, schedules, etc.
Contract negotiation, coordination, management, and closeout.
Working in conjunction with associated functional organizations and customers to ensure conformance with contractual obligations, to remain cognizant of problem areas, and to implement the required corrective actions.
Developing and applying advanced concepts, techniques, and standards to assigned activities.
Developing and applying solutions to complex problems which require a high degree of ingenuity, creativity, and innovation.
Evaluates contract performance to determine necessity for amendments or extensions of contracts, and compliance to contractual obligations. Maintains communications to ensure timely contract execution by the parties.
Ensures final contract documents are consistent with agreements reached at negotiations.
Special projects as assigned.