Sr Material Cost Integrator - E3

Lockheed Martin; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 82,000 - 151,000; Full time

Job summary

Lockheed Martin's Skunk Works division seeks a Senior Material Cost Integrator (E3) to join the Program Finance team. You will manage the material baseline, load and validate cost data in SAP and Deltek Cobra, and ensure GPD alignment with program demand.

The role includes performing variance and EAC analyses, producing analytics for senior leadership, coordinating with CAMs and IPT Leads, and mentoring junior analysts. Placement available in Palmdale, CA or Fort Worth, TX.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Economics, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, or a closely related field.
• Minimum 2 years experience in material management roles (e.g., Program Finance, SCM, ME, MRP, IE).
• Familiarity with SAP or similar ERP software.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the material baseline by loading, validating, and updating material cost data in SAP and Deltek Cobra, ensuring GPD alignment with program demand.
• Perform variance and EAC analyses; identify root causes and propose corrective actions in coordination with CAM and IPT Lead.
• Conduct data analytics and reporting; extract, manipulate, and visualize large material-cost datasets for senior leadership decisions.
• Collaborate with supply-chain, manufacturing, and logistics to reconcile material receipts, issue tracking, and inventory status; align financials with demand.
• Engage cross-functional teams to ensure timely, accurate material-cost information aligned with the program schedule.
• Mentor junior analysts and share best practices with newer cost-integration staff.

Skills

SAP

Deltek Cobra

GPD

Excel

EVM

Security clearance

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

ERP software

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

• 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.

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.

This 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
• Familiarity 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.