Subcontract Management Stf - E4

Lockheed Martin; Goleta (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 186,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Flexible schedules

401(k) match

Paid time off

Job summary

Lockheed Martin in Goleta, CA seeks a seasoned Subcontract Manager responsible for cost, schedule and technical performance on moderate-to-high-risk subcontracts for DoD and commercial programs. You will lead cross-functional teams, develop subcontract specs, negotiate terms, and administer awards with delegated authority.

The ideal candidate has defense industry experience, knowledge of FAR/DFAR, and strong SAP proficiency, plus a Bachelor's in a related field and excellent communication skills.

Qualifications

• Experience with supply chain management or procurement in the defense industry.
• Knowledge of FAR/DFAR.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent.
• Strong business acumen and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage supplier cost, schedule, and technical performance on high-risk subcontracts.
• Lead multifunctional subcontract management teams and sign supplier agreements.
• Develop subcontract specifications, work statements, and terms and conditions; negotiate provisions.
• Prepare bid packages and administer subcontracts and change activity.

Skills

Supply chain management

Procurement

Subcontract management

Business acumen

Communication skills

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Tools

SAP

Job description

Standard Job Description

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.

Why Join Us

The ideal candidate is collaborative, forward‑thinking, and thrives in a dynamic supply‑chain environment. This role offers the chance to influence critical procurement processes, work with cross‑functional teams, and make a tangible impact on product delivery for a global customer base.

MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN

This position is located at a facility that requires special access.

Basic Qualifications

• Experience with supply chain management or procurement and/or subcontract management in the Defense Industry
• Experience with Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) or Defense Federal Acquisition Regulations (DFAR)
• Demonstrated working knowledge of Systems, Applications and Processes (SAP)
• Bachelors degree from an accredited college in a related discipline, or equivalent experience/combined education.
• Business acumen and ability to make business based decisions
• Demonstrated communication skills (verbal, written, and presentation)
• Strong problem solving and organizational skills

Desired Skills

• Knowledge of acquisition policies and procedures
• Demonstrated experience leading cross-functional Integrated Product Teams and/or Supplier Management Teams Replacement
• Experience in Truth in Negotiations Act (TINA)
• Demonstrated risk management experience
• Leadership skills

Interview Questions

Analytical Ability: Describe a time when you used data to solve a problem. How did you identify which data to use and how to present them?

Problem solving: What is the most difficult challenge you've faced in your job? How did you address it? What did you consider doing, but ultimately decided against?

Technical Acumen: Thinking about the technology you have the best knowledge of, how have you used that knowledge to improve your work performance?

Project Management: Tell me about the most difficult challenge you have faced in getting others to follow your lead in completing an assignment. What obstacles arose? How did you deal with them?

Learning Agility: Tell me about the biggest mistake you have made in a project. What did you learn, and how have you applied that learning to your work since then?

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $100200.00 - $186200.00

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.