Contracts Management Stf - E4- Orlando, FL

Lockheed Martin; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 89,000 - 166,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k) match

Paid time off

Holidays

Parental Leave

Job summary

Lockheed Martin in Orlando is seeking a Contracts Management Staff member to guide end-to-end contracts, from capture to administration, ensuring compliance across the lifecycle. You will collaborate with program management, finance, legal, subcontracts, and engineering to align contract strategy with business objectives and serve as the company representative in negotiations.

The role requires a strong background in U.S.

Qualifications

• Experience with multiple contract types (FFP, FPIF, CPFF, CPAF/IF, T&M).
• Knowledge of and experience with acquisition regulations (FAR, DFARS).
• Compliant negotiation and administration of contracts.
• Experience working with complex proposals and/or captures.
• Experience with contract negotiations or administration of U.S. Government contracts.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to work independently on complex contractual matters.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full spectrum of contracts from capture through award and administration.
• Coordinate with program management, finance, legal, subcontracts, engineering and other functions to align contract strategy with business objectives.
• Serve as the authorized company representative in negotiations and customer interactions.
• Ensure contractual compliance with laws, regulations and Delegation of Authority requirements.
• Lead and support internal and external audits and maintain audit-ready documentation.

Skills

Contract management

Negotiation

Cross-functional collaboration

Attention to detail

Independent work

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience/combined education

5+ years of professional experience (implied)

Job description

Standard Job Description

You will be the Contracts Management Stf for the Contracts Management Team. Our team is responsible for end‑to‑end contracts management, from capture through contract award and administration.

What You Will Be Doing

As the Contracts Management Stf you will be responsible for providing expert contract guidance, coordinating with cross‑functional partners, and ensuring compliance throughout the contract lifecycle.

Your Responsibilities Will Include, But Are Not Limited To

• Manage the full spectrum of contracts, from capture and proposal development to award and administration.
• Partner with program management, finance, legal, subcontracts, engineering, and other functions to align contract strategy with business objectives.
• Serve as the authorized company representative in negotiations and customer interactions.
• Ensure contractual compliance with all laws, regulations, and Delegation of Authority requirements.
• Lead and support internal and external audits, and maintain audit‑ready documentation.

Why Join Us

The ideal candidate is a collaborative professional who excels at navigating complex contracts, building strong stakeholder relationships, and delivering results in a fast‑paced defense environment.

We are committed to supporting your work‑life balance and overall well‑being, offering flexible scheduling options. Learn more about Lockheed Martin’s comprehensive benefits package here.

Further Information About This Opportunity

This position is in Orlando. Discover more about our Orlando, Florida location.

MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN - This position requiresselected candidate to possess ability to obtain a Secretclearance

Basic Qualifications

Experience with multiple contract types (FFP, FPIF, CPFF, CPAF/IF, T&M).

Knowledge of and experience with acquisition regulations (FAR, DFARS)

Compliant negotiation and administration of contracts

Experience working complex proposals and/or captures

Experience with contract negotiations or administration of U.S. Government contracts.

Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, ability to work independently on complex contractual matters with general supervision.

• Ability to develop trusted partnerships with internal and external customers
• Bachelors degree from an accredited college or equivalent experience/combined education, with 5+ years of professional experience; or professional experience with a Masters degree or in lieu of degree relevant experience will be considered.
• US Citizenship required, Qualified candidate must be able to obtain a DoD Interim Secret Security Clearance prior to starting this position or currently hold Secret clearance

Desired Skills

Experience with US Government procurement regulations (FAR/DFARS) in all aspects of the contract life cycle including proposals, administration, and close‑out.

• Experience with negotiating and administrating international direct commercial sales (DCS) contracts in all aspects of the contract life cycle including proposals and close‑out.
• Strong business acumen with the ability to recognize risk elements in business transactions.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to interface at senior levels of management both within the company and as the external company representative with our customer(s) representing contracts, technical, business, and program issues professionally and clearly.
• 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.
• Contract drafting experience and experience with various contract types and contracting vehicles.
• This individual will have demonstrated abilities to develop customer relationships, shape RFPs, and have participated in proposal development and bid strategy.
• Possess excellent relationship‑building skills with peers, leadership, and suppliers.
• Ability to influence positive business outcomes with fact, reason, and the ability to convey the company’s positions through exceptional oral and written communication skills.

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $89100.00 - $165500.00

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.