Financial Management Sr - E3

Lockheed Martin; Palmdale (CA); On-site; USD 82,000 - 151,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Flexible work arrangements

401(k) match

Job summary

Lockheed Martin Corporation is seeking a Senior Material Cost Integrator (E3) to lead MEVM activities within the Program Finance team in a high‑visibility SkunkWorks program. The role emphasizes material cost data stewardship, variance analysis, and data‑driven decision support.

The position supports SAP/Deltek Cobra workflow, GPD alignment, and collaboration with CAMs, IPT Leads, engineering, and manufacturing. Palmdale, CA or Fort Worth, TX locations available.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance or related field.
• Minimum 2 years in material management roles.
• Experience with SAP or similar ERP software.
• Ability to obtain DoD Secret clearance.

Responsibilities

• Maintain material baseline in SAP and Deltek Cobra with GPD alignment.
• Perform variance and EAC analyses with CAM and IPT Lead.
• Extract, manipulate, and visualize large material-cost data.
• Reconcile material receipts, issue tracking, and inventory status with supply chain.
• Collaborate with CAMs, IPT Leads, engineering, and manufacturing.
• Mentor junior analysts as needed.

Skills

Cost management

Analytical skills

Communication

ERP systems

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance/Accounting/Business

Tools

SAP

Deltek Cobra

Job description

Standard Job Description

Take advantage of this opportunity to support a large standalone program at LockheedMartin’s legendary SkunkWorks division. We are seeking a Senior Material Cost Integrator (E3) to join the Program Finance team. In this senior‑level role, you will be one of the primary analysts responsible for Material Earned Value Management (MEVM) within the program. Your day‑to‑day duties will include:

• Maintain the material baseline – load, validate, and update material cost data in SAP and DeltekCobra; ensure accurate Grouping‑Pegging‑Distribution (GPD) alignment with program demand. Support occasional rebaseline efforts and bi‑annual Comprehensive Estimate At Completion (CEAC) exercises.
• Perform variance and EAC analyses – identify material‑cost variances, trace root causes, and recommend corrective actions in coordination with the assigned Control Account Manager (CAM) and IPT Lead.
• Data analytics & reporting – extract, manipulate, and visualize large material‑cost data sets; produce routine and ad‑hoc reports that support decision‑making for senior leadership.
• Supply‑chain interface – work closely with supply‑chain, manufacturing, and logistics partners to reconcile material receipts, issue tracking, and inventory status. Reconcile the financial aspects of material supply and demand.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams – partner with CAMs, IPT Leads, engineering, manufacturing, and supply chain management to ensure material‑cost information is timely, accurate, and aligns with overall program schedule.
• Mentor junior analysts (as needed) – provide informal guidance and share best practices with newer cost‑integration staff.

Performs one or more multiple financial activities within various finance job functions (FP&A, Overhead, Program Finance, Accounting, Controller, etc.). Will include some or all of the responsibilities as defined. Performs financial analysis, establishes performance management budgeting, and forecasting activities to include variance analysis, trend identification, workforce planning drivers, risk and opportunities assessment and development of mitigation plans. Integrates information from multiple financial systems, processes and functions in order to consolidate the data forensics into actionable business solution recommendations. Timely and accurately consolidates financial results (Orders, Sales, EBIT, Cash, ROIC, Overhead, Discretionary Funding) and monthly, quarterly and year end reporting to internal and external customers to include government contractual cost and schedule earned value management reporting. Develops and utilizes forward‑looking data analytics, visualization and trend analysis to inform financial strategy and decision making. Develops and provides actionable recommendations to key stakeholders to make sound financial and operating decisions. Maintains applicable internal and external (FAR, CAS, SEC, US GAAP) policy, procedure, and controls for compliance to support internal process and external regulatory requirements. Provides subject matter expertise support to proposal development, basis of estimate and negotiations, as required.

The selected candidate will play a critical role in delivering accurate, actionable material‑cost information that keeps the program on budget and on schedule while supporting the broader Material Earned‑Value Management strategy. This is an excellent opportunity for an analyst with strong data‑analytics and ERP skills to deepen expertise in material‑cost accounting within a high‑visibility SkunkWorks program. This position is available for placement in either Palmdale, CA or Fort Worth, TX.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Economics, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, or a closely related field
• Minimum 2 years experience in roles involving material management, which can include Program Finance, Supply Chain Management (SCM), Manufacturing Engineering (ME), Manufacturing Resource Planning (MRP), Industrial Engineering (IE), or related discipline
• Experience with SAP or similar Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret security clearance and adhere to classified information handling procedures

Desired Skills

• Active DoD Secret security clearance or higher
• Familiarity with material cost accounting concepts, including Grouping, Pegging, and Distribution (GPD)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, advanced formulas, basic macros, charting tools)
• Ability to manage multiple concurrent material‑cost tasks, meet routine deadlines, and coordinate inputs from various functional owners
• Clear written and verbal communication skills; comfortable presenting material‑cost analysis to CAMs, IPT Leads, and senior leadership
• Familiarity with baseline development, variance analysis, and CPI/SPI/EAC concepts; formal EVM certification not required
• Proven ability to build trusted relationships with cross‑functional partners and influence decisions without formal authority
• Comfortable handling evolving program priorities and shifting material‑supply constraints in a fast‑paced environment.

Pay Information

Full‑Time Salary Range: $81500.00 - $151300.00

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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.