Senior Contracts Manager, Space Programs (TS/SCI)

Lockheed Martin Corporation; Littleton (CO); On-site; USD 100,000 - 186,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Flexible work arrangements

401(k) match

Paid time off

Job summary

Lockheed Martin Space in Colorado is seeking a Contracts Manager to oversee end-to-end contract activities from capture to administration. You will partner with program management, finance, legal, and procurement to ensure compliant, timely execution of awards and amendments.

The role emphasizes strong regulatory knowledge (FAR/DFARS), effective negotiation, and stakeholder communication to support mission-critical Space programs and customer requirements.

Qualifications

• Experience with FAR/DFARS and government contracting regulations.
• Ability to manage contracts through capture, proposal, award, and administration.
• Strong written and verbal communication for cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Perform contracts management from capture through administration.
• Provide business guidance to program management, finance, legal, and other functions.
• Interface with customer buying representatives to manage relationships and contracts.
• Ensure compliance with laws, regulations, and delegation of authority for proposals and actions.
• Lead and support audits; coordinate training on contract practices.
• Collect contractual data and compile reports for corporate requests.

Skills

FAR/DFARS regulations

Contract negotiation

Contract administration

Customer relationship

Regulatory compliance

Risk assessment in contracts

Proposal development

Auditing coordination

Government contracting

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in relevant field

Juris Doctor or MBA (advanced degree)

Job description

Lockheed Martin Space in Colorado is seeking a Contracts Manager to oversee end-to-end contract activities from capture to administration. You will partner with program management, finance, legal, and procurement to ensure compliant, timely execution of awards and amendments.

The role emphasizes strong regulatory knowledge (FAR/DFARS), effective negotiation, and stakeholder communication to support mission-critical Space programs and customer requirements.