Manager, Contracts Management - Level 5

Lockheed Martin • Marietta, GA

21h • Hybrid

About The Position

The Manager, Contracts Management – Level 5 serves as the Air Mobility and Maritime Missions Aero Line of Business (LOB) Contracts Manager within the U.S. Government (USG) Production Contracts team. This role provides strategic leadership and oversight of contract management activities, ensuring alignment with business objectives, customer requirements, and regulatory compliance. The position requires a proactive leader who can operate in a dynamic environment, build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, and support mission success. This role includes approximately 25% domestic travel in support of program and customer engagement needs.

Requirements

• Experience in reviewing terms and conditions
• Experience with USG (FAR/DFARS) in all aspects of the contract life cycle including proposals, administration, and close out
• Negotiation Experience
• Bachelors degree from an accredited college in a related discipline or 5 years experience in the absence of a Bachelors Degree
• Must be a US Citizen.
• This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with Aero Proposal Tool Suite (APTS)
• Ability to multi-task in a fast paced team environment and work well under pressure
• Effective relationship-building skills with peers, leadership, and customers
• Strong business acumen with the ability to clearly recognize risk elements in business transactions, providing governance to the program team in carrying out the terms of the contract
• Ability to make effective presentations to executive leadership

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage contracts activities for the Air Mobility and Maritime Missions Aero LOB within the USG Production Contracts team
• Provide strategic guidance and oversight on contract execution, compliance, and risk management
• Serve as a key interface with internal stakeholders and U.S. Government customers to support program objectives
• Influence customer positions and negotiations to achieve favorable business outcomes
• Ensure adherence to contractual requirements, company policies, and regulatory guidelines
• Support program execution through effective contract interpretation, issue resolution, and decision-making
• Collaborate cross-functionally with program management, finance, legal, and other teams to drive alignment and performance
• Deliver high-quality customer service while maintaining strong, professional relationships
• Lead and mentor team members, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement
• Support business priorities through domestic travel (approximately 25%) as required

Benefits

• flexible work schedules
• comprehensive benefits investing in your future and security
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees