Description:What You’ll Do
As the Senior Small Business Analyst & Liaison Officer for Lockheed Martin Aeronautics, you will be the strategic catalyst that drives the company’s small business performance agenda.
You will lead and execute high visibility projects—ranging from training, speaking engagements, and demand forecasting to audit preparation and digital tool enhancements—while serving as the primary point of contact for internal stakeholders and external small business partners.
In addition, you will shape policy, provide expert NAICS and compliance guidance, mentor emerging vendors, and translate data driven insights into actionable recommendations that expand our qualified supplier base and increase SB share across the enterprise.
Basic Qualifications:- 3 to 5 years of experience in aerospace, defense, or a related procurement environment.
- Proven analytical skills – comfortable with large data sets, Excel/VBA, and visualization tools (such as Tableau).
- Audit experience such as supporting DCMA, DCAA or other audit environments.
- Prior experience leading teams and/or projects
Desired Skills:- Direct experience with SBA set‑aside programs, FAR/DFARS, or other government contracting regulations.
- Experience with SAP S/4 HANA, EDE, or similar ERP systems.
- Prior experience delivering training or facilitating workshops for supply‑chain teams.
- Existing security clearance (desired but not required).
- Negotiations or contracts experience, any work in focus groups, networking and conferences is also a plus.
- Strong written and verbal communication – able to explain complex rules in plain language.
- Self‑starter with a growth mindset; can juggle multiple projects and deadlines.
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a high‑pace environment.
Clearance Level: None
Other Important Information You Should KnowExpression of Interest: By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in this position and could be considered for other career opportunities where similar skills and requirements have been identified as a match. Should this match be identified you may be contacted for this and future openings.
Ability to Work Remotely: Part-time Remote Telework: The employee selected for this position will work part of their work schedule remotely and part of their work schedule at a designated Lockheed Martin facility. The specific weekly schedule will be discussed during the hiring process.
Work Schedules: Lockheed Martin supports a variety of alternate work schedules that provide additional flexibility to our employees. Schedules range from standard 40 hours over a five day work week while others may be condensed. These condensed schedules provide employees with additional time away from the office and are in addition to our Paid Time off benefits.
Schedule for this Position: 4x10 hour day, 3 days off per week
Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.The application window will close in 90 days; applicants are encouraged to apply within 5 - 30 days of the requisition posting date in order to receive optimal consideration.At Lockheed Martin, we use our passion for purposeful innovation to help keep people safe and solve the world's most complex challenges. Our people are some of the greatest minds in the industry and truly make Lockheed Martin a great place to work.
With our employees as our priority, we provide diverse career opportunities designed to propel, develop, and boost agility. Our flexible schedules, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits enable our employees to live a healthy, fulfilling life at and outside of work. We place an emphasis on empowering our employees by fostering an inclusive environment built upon integrity and corporate responsibility.
If this sounds like a culture you connect with, you’re invited to apply for this role. Or, if you are unsure whether your experience aligns with the requirements of this position, we encourage you to search on
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Experience Level: Experienced Professional
Business Unit: AERONAUTICS COMPANY
Relocation Available: Possible
Career Area: Purchasing/Procurement/Supply Chain
Type: Full-Time
Shift: First
