Contracts Management Sr

Lockheed Martin; Littleton (CO); Hybrid; USD 82,000 - 151,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Flexible work arrangements

401(k) match

Job summary

Lockheed Martin in Littleton, CO seeks a Contracts Management professional to become a subject matter expert supporting the EMC2 Contracts Organization. The role blends on-site training with a hybrid schedule, guiding proposals, negotiations, and contract administration from Request to Closeout.

You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, manage risk, and ensure compliance with FAR/DFARS. Occasional travel may be required, and security clearance is needed.

Qualifications

• Experience with FAR/DFARS in contract life cycle.
• Experience with USG contract types (FFP, FPIF, CPAF, CPFF, T&M).
• Experience leading large, complex USG and DCS contract negotiations.
• Ability to make effective presentations to senior management.
• Strong business acumen with ability to recognize risk elements in contracts.
• Ability/willingness to travel as needed.

Responsibilities

• Perform contracts management across proposal, negotiation, award, and contract administration.
• Support proposal preparation, negotiations and contract administration.
• Coordinate with program management, finance, legal, subcontracts, and other functions.
• Develop solutions to problems requiring high ingenuity; review customer requests for proposals.
• Maintain communication with cross-functional teams and customers to ensure compliance and timely actions.
• Occasional travel may be required and hybrid work arrangement may apply.

Skills

USG procurement regs (FAR/DFARS)

USG contract types (FFP FPIF CPAF CPFF

Large USG/DCS contract negotiations

Presentations to senior management

Risk assessment in contracts

Willingness to travel

Tools

Lockheed Martin business systems

Job description

WHAT WE’R 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.

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WHAT WE’R 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.

THE WORK

Employee will Telework >= 50% in Littleton, CO. The successful candidate will be a subject matter expert in the Contracts Management function. The successful candidate will primarily support the Classified component of the C2Ground portfolio for the EMC2 Contracts Organization within the Rotary and Mission Systems Business Unit. The selected candidate will be an individual contributor, but must be able to succeed with minimal supervision and direction. Candidates should possess ability to proactively lead tactical and strategic aspects of the contracting process from Request to Proposals (RFPs), Contract Negotiation and Administration, and Contract Closeout. They will work both Prime Contracts and IWTAs (inter-company agreements). The Contracts Management representative will support proposal preparation, negotiation, and contract administration. The Contracts Management representative will develop and apply solutions to problems requiring the use of a high degree of ingenuity and creativity. They will review customer requests for proposals and offer alternate approaches to mitigate risks involving schedule, cost, specifications, etc. The Contracts Management representative will maintain communication with cross-functional organizations and customers to ensure compliance with contractual obligations and to execute the required actions on time. The Contracts Management representative will ensure contract documents are consistent with agreements reached at negotiations. Since establishing internal and external customer relationships is imperative, this role may require occasional travel to meet business needs. This position will be hybrid up to 50%. The first 6 months will require the individual hired to be on site full time and then hybrid to follow after training is complete. Hybrid up to 2 days a week with alternating days remote.

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.

Perform contracts management functions across the spectrum of actions associated with providing supplies and services, from capture through proposal, contract award, and all phases of contract administration. Provide business advice and guidance to and coordinate with other functions including program management, finance, legal, subcontracts, business development, engineering, human resources, accounting, and compliance to effectively manage a breadth of responsibilities, including contract solicitations / capture, negotiations, and contract terms, including fulfillment of related obligations.

Basic Qualifications

• Experience with USG procurement regulations (FAR/DFARS) in all aspects of the contract life cycle, including proposals, administration, and close‑out.
• Experience with different USG Contract Types (FFP, FPIF, CPAF, CPFF, T&M).
• Experience leading large, complex, USG and DCS contract negotiations.
• Ability to make effective presentations to senior management.
• 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/willingness to travel as needed.

Must be able to obtain and maintain a US DoD TS/SCI security clearance

Desired Skills

• Analytical thinking, risk analysis, and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated strength in understanding intellectual property rules.
• This individual will have demonstrated abilities to develop customer relationships, provide RFP shaping/analysis and have participated in proposal development and bid strategy.
• NCMA (e.g CFCM, CPCM) or equivalent industry accreditation.
• Experience with USG Intellectual Property terms and licenses.
• Experience with Lockheed Martin business systems (ECE, e‑IWTA, PLD, E‑EPP, etc.).

Pay Information

Full‑Time Salary Range: $81500.00 - $151300.00

At Lockheed Martin, we know mission success starts with taking care of our people. Our Total Rewards program is designed to attract top talent, support your well‑being, and help you grow—both professionally and personally.

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.