Subcontract Management Sr Stf

Lockheed Martin Corporation; Littleton (CO); On-site; USD 123,000 - 229,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) match

Paid time off

Parental Leave

Flexible work arrangements

Education Assistance

Life Insurance

Short-Term Disability

Long-Term Disability

Job summary

Lockheed Martin Corporation in Littleton, CO is seeking a Senior Subcontract Manager to oversee supplier cost, schedule, and technical performance on complex programs. You will lead cross-functional teams and manage high-value procurements for aerospace and defense contracts.

The role requires a track record in subcontract lifecycle management, strong FAR/DFARS knowledge, and the ability to obtain TS clearance. A strategic, results-driven mindset is essential for program success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Engineering, Supply Chain Management, or related field.
• 10+ years of subcontract administration or contract management in aerospace/defense.
• Strong FAR/DFARS knowledge and contract clauses.
• Experience with cost estimating, price analysis, and EVM.
• US citizenship and ability to obtain TS clearance.

Responsibilities

• Manage supplier cost, schedule, and technical performance on moderate-to-high-risk subcontracts.
• Lead multifunctional subcontract management teams and sign supplier agreements.
• Develop subcontract specifications and statements of work for procurement.
• Prepare bid packages, evaluate proposals, and administer subcontracts and changes.

Skills

Subcontract management

Vendor management

Negotiation

FAR/DFARS knowledge

Earned Value Management

Risk management

MS Office

SharePoint

US Citizenship & TS clearance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Engineering, Supply Chain Management, or related field

Tools

MS Office suite

SharePoint

Job description

Standard Job Description

What is the mission?

The mission matters. So do the people behind it. With advancing defense technology at our core, what sets us apart is a culture of collaboration, purpose, and impact.

Space is a critical domain, connecting our technologies, our security and our humanity. While others view space as a destination, we see it as a realm of possibilities, where we can do more- we can innovate, invest, inspire and integrate our capabilities to transform the future.

What does this role look like?

Supply Chain’s vision is to enable customer and mission success through supply chain strategies and execution that deliver superior operational program performance and create competitive advantage through continuous improvement. It is our mission to deliver affordable supply chain solutions that meet all program requirements and manage supply chain risks to ensure positive supplier performance through all phases of the program life-cycle from capture to sustainment. If you are an enthusiastic, self-starter, eager to learn in a dynamic environment, come join our team. This is an ideal opportunity for you to make an impact on our supply chain strategy for robust, efficient, and fast program startup & execution. Here, we are driven by innovation and integrity. By applying the highest standards of business ethics and a forward-thinking mindset, we believe everything is within our reach - and yours -- as a Lockheed Martin employee.

This Role Will Offer You The Following Daily Challenges

Responsible for the management of supplier cost, schedule and technical performance on moderate-to-high-risk, modified Commercial Off The Shelf, performance specification and complex build-to-print subcontracts for commercial, DOD and international programs. Leads multifunctional subcontract management teams. Holds procurement delegation and signs supplier agreements and purchase orders within established authority.Leads the development of subcontract specifications, work statements, and terms and conditions for the procurement of specialized materials, equipment, and services for subcontract systems in support of development, production and global sustainment primes with multiple contract types.Prepares bid packages, conducts bidders' conferences, develops evaluation criteria, analyzes and evaluates proposals, negotiates subcontract provisions including price, selects or recommends subcontractors, writes subcontract packages, prepares awards and administers resulting subcontracts and required change activity.

Basic Qualifications

To be effective, you will need to possess these basic qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Engineering, Supply Chain Management, or a related field
• 10+years of experience in subcontract administration, procurement, or contract management within aerospace, defense, or similar regulated industries
  • Demonstrated track record of managing high-value (often multi-million-dollar) subcontract portfolios with multiple vendors
  • Experience overseeing the full subcontract lifecycle: solicitation, negotiation, award, performance monitoring, change management, and close-out
• Strong understanding of Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS), and other relevant contract clauses (e.g., cost-plus, fixed-price, time-and-materials)
• Familiarity with cost estimating, price analysis, and earned-value management
• Knowledge of risk-management practices and mitigation strategies for subcontract performance
• Proficient use of MS Office suite
• Proficient use of document management tools (e.g. SharePoint)
• You will need to be a US Citizen, and currently possess and be able to maintain a US TOP SECRET clearance,to support this government contract, as well as successfully pass a drug and background check, in order to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

Desired Skills

To be effective, ideally, you should also have:

• Experience developing strategic sourcing roadmaps, negotiation planning, structuring complex multi‑party deals, capturing value‑creation opportunities, and maintaining audit‑ready documentation
• Expert knowledge of FAR/DFARS clauses and ITAR/EAR
• Space systems and operation expertise
• Experience monitoring supplier health, creation of recovery plans, leading root‑cause corrective‑action investigations, implementing corrective actions, and integrating lessons learned
• Knowledge of Earned Value Management (EVM) to track cost‑schedule performance
• Experience crafting concise, audience‑tailored briefing decks, leading alignment workshops, supporting gate decisions, and maintaining audit‑ready records
• Extensive experience devloping junior staff and fostering cross‑functional collaboration

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $123400.00 - $229200.00

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.