Protocol & Events Operations Specialist

Lockheed Martin•Highlands Ranch, CO

1d•$47,000 - $93,725•Onsite

About The Position

The mission matters. So do the people behind it. With advancing defense technology at our core, what sets us apart is a culture of collaboration, purpose, and impact. 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. The Protocol & Events Operations Specialist plays a key role in supporting the day-to-day execution of events, Customer engagement activities, and protocol functions for the Lockheed Martin Space Protocol & Events team. This position requires a proactive, detail-oriented professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is comfortable managing multiple priorities simultaneously. The ideal candidate brings a team-first mindset, strong organizational instincts, and a commitment to delivering high-quality experiences for internal and external stakeholders, including senior leadership and government partners.

Requirements

Bachelors Degree from an accredited college or equivalent experience/combined education.
Experience in event coordination, administrative support, or a related field.
Proficiency with event management platforms such as Cvent and project management tools such as AirTable.
Strong organizational skills with demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines concurrently.
Ability to work occasional evenings and weekends as required by event schedules.
Ability to travel domestically in support of launches, ceremonies, and conferences.
US Citizen, and be able to obtain and maintain a US TOP SECRET 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.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience supporting protocol, executive events, or government/defense environments.
Familiarity with Space customers such as NASA, Space Force.
Experience managing ticketing programs or corporate hospitality assets.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite; experience with SharePoint or similar collaboration platforms.
CMP (Certified Meeting Professional) certification or working toward certification.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; comfortable engaging with senior leaders and external stakeholders.
Demonstrated exceptional strategic communication skills, including written, verbal, and presentation, to effectively communicate business cases to all levels of peers, suppliers, and stakeholders, as well as program executives, with an ability to persuade and motivate action.
Bring positivity and enthusiasm to every project.
Love being part of a team and working collaboratively through the process.

Responsibilities

Support end-to-end event coordination including venue research, set-up, tear-down, and on-site logistics for ceremonies, conferences, launches, and customer engagements
Prepare and manage event registration through platforms such as Cvent, ensuring accurate attendee tracking and a seamless guest experience
Develop and maintain event project timelines, run-of-show documents, and operational checklists using Airtable or similar project management tools
Coordinate production of event materials including name tags, table tents, signage, and printed collateral
Liaise with venue contacts, vendors, and internal teams to ensure all logistical details are confirmed and executed on time
Coordinate visitor scheduling and access, working closely with campus security to ensure a smooth and secure arrival experience
Support the lead Protocol team member during high-visibility events including launches, government ceremonies, and executive-level conferences and visits
Provide administrative assistance to the protocol and event management team
Help process and reconcile expense reports for the Protocol & Events team in a timely and accurate manner
Manage procurement of office supplies and event materials, maintaining appropriate inventory levels
Maintain and distribute the weekly events calendar to relevant internal stakeholders
Manage the distribution, tracking, and reconciliation of tickets for employee engagement
Research, source, and procure official gifts and recognition items aligned with protocol standards and company guidelines
Maintain accurate records of gift inventory, distribution, and compliance documentation
Utilize event management platforms including Cvent for registration, attendee management, and post-event reporting
Leverage Airtable to manage event data, build trackers, and streamline team workflows and communications
Support the maintenance and continuous improvement of event registration microsites and digital event assets

Benefits

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
Holidays
(Washington state applicants only) Non-represented full-time employees: accrue at least 10 hours per month of Paid Time Off (PTO) to be used for incidental absences and other reasons; receive at least 90 hours for holidays.
Represented full time employees accrue 6.67 hours of Vacation per month; accrue up to 52 hours of sick leave annually; receive at least 96 hours for holidays.
PTO, Vacation, sick leave, and holiday hours are prorated based on start date during the calendar year.
This position is incentive plan eligible.