Staff, Contracts Manager

Lockheed Martin•Huntsville, AL

5d•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? This is a job 5 times the speed of sound! If you’re interested in Hypersonic technology, come join our team supporting one of the most dynamic and nationally critical programs in the company. Lockheed Martin Space is not just about satellites... the Strategic & Missile Defense business area offers growing opportunities to work programs focused on the protection of our nation and allies from a multitude of threats. Our exciting programs are dynamic in nature and often times focus on significant geo-political trends. If you are an enthusiastic, self-starter, eager to learn in a dynamic environment, come join our team. This is an ideal opportunity for you to make an impact on our Strategic & Missile Defense business! Preferred work location Huntsville, AL. This role will offer you the following daily challenges: The successful candidate will be a contracts negotiator for highly dynamic hypersonic weapons programs. The role is responsible to manage, both independently and with a team, all day-to-day contract negotiation and administration across multiple contracts. The candidate will work closely with functional organizations (finance, pricing, program management, engineering, subcontracts, etc.), and must be a self-starter, willing to learn, demonstrate strategic thinking, and be able to effectively coordinate with multiple internal and external customers. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, researching complex issues and providing recommendations for resolution; developing risk assessments and mitigation plans; assisting the manager and program team on various assignments that require business acumen; and providing contractual guidance. Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics. The application window will close in 90 days; applicants are encouraged to apply within 5 - 30 days of the requisition posting date in order to receive optimal consideration. At Lockheed Martin, we use our passion for purposeful innovation to help keep people safe and solve the world's most complex challenges. Our people are some of the greatest minds in the industry and truly make Lockheed Martin a great place to work. With our employees as our priority, we provide diverse career opportunities designed to propel, develop, and boost agility. Our flexible schedules, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits enable our employees to live a healthy, fulfilling life at and outside of work. We place an emphasis on empowering our employees by fostering an inclusive environment built upon integrity and corporate responsibility. If this sounds like a culture you connect with, you’re invited to apply for this role. Or, if you are unsure whether your experience aligns with the requirements of this position, we encourage you to search on Lockheed Martin Jobs , and apply for roles that align with your qualifications. Other Important Information By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in this position and could be considered for other career opportunities where similar skills and requirements have been identified as a match. Should this match be identified you may be contacted for this and future openings.

Requirements

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree from an accredited college, or equivalent experience/combined education or in lieu of degree relevant experience will also be considered
Previous professional General Business or Project Management or Contract experiences or anything else related

Nice To Haves

Bachelors degree from an accredited college in a related discipline, or equivalent experience/combined education, with 9+ years of professional experience; or 7+ years of professional experience with a related Masters degree.
Knowledge of various contract types
Familiarity with FAR/DFAR
Knowledge of DoD Contracting
Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office
Ability to work independently
Task oriented
You bring positivity and enthusiasm to every project you touch. In addition to the work, you love being part of a team and working collaboratively through the process.
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.

Responsibilities

manage, both independently and with a team, all day-to-day contract negotiation and administration across multiple contracts
researching complex issues and providing recommendations for resolution
developing risk assessments and mitigation plans
assisting the manager and program team on various assignments that require business acumen
providing contractual guidance