Senior Contracts & Proposals Leader

Lockheed Martin

Manassas (VA)

On-site

USD 82,000 - 151,000

Full time

6 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance
401(k) match
Flexible work arrangements
Paid time off

Job summary

Lockheed Martin Rotary and Mission Systems in Manassas, VA is seeking an experienced contracts professional to lead proposal development, negotiations and contract execution across international and U.S. government contracts.

You will partner with Legal, Program Management, Finance and other functions to safeguard program interests while driving growth. The role requires deep negotiation expertise, risk assessment and a proactive approach to compliance, with familiarity in instruments like

Qualifications

  • 5+ years leading contract negotiations in bid environments.
  • Expert knowledge of contract closeout processes.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office & Teams.
  • Extensive knowledge of Direct Commercial Sale and International Contracts.
  • Effective negotiation and problem‑solving skills.

Responsibilities

  • Lead complex proposal negotiations and lifecycle management.
  • Provide contractual guidance to cross-functional teams (e.g. Legal, PM, Finance).
  • Assess and mitigate contractual risks with contingency plans.
  • Collaborate with Legal, Finance, Program Management and other functions.
  • Ensure compliance with export controls and regulatory requirements.
  • Support audits and ensure favorable terms and execution.

Skills

Contract negotiations
Risk management
Cross-functional collaboration
International contracts
Proposal development
Legal awareness

Education

Advanced degree
CPCM/CFCM/CCCM certifications

Tools

Microsoft Office
Excel
PowerPoint
Outlook
Teams

Job description

Lockheed Martin Rotary and Mission Systems in Manassas, VA is seeking an experienced contracts professional to lead proposal development, negotiations and contract execution across international and U.S. government contracts.

You will partner with Legal, Program Management, Finance and other functions to safeguard program interests while driving growth. The role requires deep negotiation expertise, risk assessment and a proactive approach to compliance, with familiarity in instruments like

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