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WHAT WE’RE DOING

At Lockheed Martin Rotary and Mission Systems, we are inspired by innovation and integrity. We believe that by applying the highest standards of business ethics and creative thinking, everything is within our reach – and yours as a Lockheed Martin employee. Lockheed Martin values your skills, training and education. Come and experience your future!

THE WORK

The Radar and Electronic Warfare Systems (RES) Market Segment of the Rotary and Mission Systems (RMS) Sensors, Effectors & Mission Systems (SEMS) line of business is looking for a contract negotiator to provide contracts negotiation and administration support for the Multi-Mission Air Defence (MMAD) radar subsegment. This individual will be responsible for day-to-day contract administration and leading contract negotiation, ensuring that all obligations are met as well as providing support for future proposals. The candidate must be able to effectively coordinate with Lockheed Martin program, technical, and business management teams. They will maintain communications to ensure timely contract execution by the parties and ensure final contract documents are consistent with agreements reached at negotiations.

Responsibilities include contract administration, ensuring contract compliance and efficient, helping to developing negotiation strategies, and establishing and maintaining excellent customer relations, both internally and externally. Advises management of contract matters and risks; compiles and analyzes data; and maintains historical information. Participates in and/or conducts contract negotiation, contract administration, and customer contact activities to provide for accurate contract acquisition and fulfillment in accordance with company policies, customer specifications and legal requirements. Participates and/or leads in proposal preparation by reviewing proposal terms and conditions, conduct risk analysis and leads the program teams in developing mitigation strategies for proposal submittals. Is responsible for the evaluation of contract performance to resolve necessity for amendments or extensions of contracts, compliance to contractual obligations and contract close-out.

WHO WE ARE

Lockheed Martin is a global leader in defense, aerospace, and advanced technologies. Our mission is to solve the world’s toughest challenges by providing innovative solutions for our customers. We foster a culture of collaboration and growth, offering employees opportunities to develop new skills, advance their careers, and contribute to projects that make a global impact.

WHO YOU ARE

You thrive in a collaborative, multidisciplinary engineering environment and are committed to delivering best-in-class products and solutions.

WHY JOIN US

At Lockheed Martin, you’ll be part of a company that’s committed to empowering you with the resources, training, and opportunities needed to shape the future of defense. You’ll lead a dynamic team that plays a critical role in supporting one of the most advanced defense systems in the world. Join us and help ensure that our warfighters have the best possible tools to succeed in their missions

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related discipline, or equivalent experience/combined education with 3+ years of professional experience.
• Federal contracting, negotiation, and administration experience with USG DoW contracts, including with the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS).
• Contracts experience, including all phases of proposal development, contracts negotiation and administration.
• Strong organizational skills and demonstrated attention to detail.

Desired Skills

• Prior experience with USG cost estimating and exposure to finance analysis is desired.
• Some experience with Direct Commercial Sales (DCS) contracting and a willingness to learn.
• Knowledge of various contract types (CPFF, CPIF, FFP, FPIF, T&M, OTA)- Ability to work independently and Task oriented and attention to detail
• Experience working in a fast paced environment
• 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.
• Basic working understanding and application of US government contracting principles, concepts, practices, and standards.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Work collaboratively within teams.
• Knowledge of Lockheed Martin’s policies and procedures and business systems.
• NCMA and/or IACCM certification is highly desired but not required.
• Ability to obtain and maintain TS/ SCI with polygraph is highly desired but not required.

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $72500.00 - $134600.00

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The salary range for this position is as listed on the requisition. Please note that the salary information listed is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market(work location) and business considerations when extending an offer.

Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible work arrangements and schedules (e.g., 4x10), 401(k) match, Paid time off, Holidays, Parental Leave, EAP, Flexible Spending Accounts, Education Assistance, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability.

• Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs may be offered depending on the position. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and can vary from year to year and are tied to a range of performance metrics.
• For (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.