Description:WHO WE ARELockheed Martin: An Award-Winning Place to WorkWHO YOU ARELockheed Martin (LM) Radar and Sensor Systems (RSS) is seeking a Staff Contracts Manager to join our team of Contracts Professionals. This position is key in leading the contract management activities for the highly strategic TPY-4 Next Generation Radar within the Ground Based Air Surveillance (GBAS) Contracts Sub-Market Segment. You will manage contracts throughout their lifecycle, working closely with internal teams to ensure compliance with contractual requirements, mitigate risk, and support successful program outcomes. This position requires a strong background in US Government contracting, direct commercial sales, and new business capture.
The TPY-4 program is located in Lockheed Martin’s facility in Syracuse NY, As such the preference for the successful candidate is to be located in Syracuse. Candidates located near LM’s Moorestown NJ and Owego NY facilities will be considered. This is a hybrid role requiring some time to be spent on site. This role will also require occasional business travel to both domestic and international locations.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage and administer U.S. Government and Direct Commercial Sale contracts ensuring compliance with FAR, DFARS, and other applicable regulations
- Directly interface with customers, subcontractors, and government agencies on contract-related matters.
- Lead contract negotiations for new awards and contract modifications
- Support the proposal process by reviewing terms and conditions, identifying risks, and providing guidance on compliance
- Monitor contract performance, ensuring timely submission of deliverables and adherence to contractual obligations
- Work closely with legal, finance, and program management to resolve contractual issues and support program success
- Maintain up-to-date records of contracting actions
- Handle contract modifications, amendments, and extensions ensuring accurate documentation and execution.
WHY JOIN USYour Health, Your Wealth, Your Life As an employee at Lockheed Martin, your health and well being are paramount. From medical insurance, to legal help and tuition reimbursement, we provide benefits to improve your life. Come check out all of the amazing benefits Lockheed Martin has to offer.
Learn more about Lockheed Martin's comprehensive benefits packageBasic Qualifications:- Bachelor's or Master's degree from an accredited college or equivalent experience/combined education.
- Experience with contract negotiations and administration of both U.S. Government and direct commercial sale contracts
- Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, ability to work independently on complex contractual matters
- Familiarity with Lockheed Martin contract management tools such as the Electronic Contracting Environment (ECE), Proposal Log Database, Solutions Business Manager, E-EPP, Lockheed Martin Command Media, IBNS, and the PIA system
- Ability to collaborate effectively with internal teams and external stakeholders
Desired Skills:- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with an ability to persuade and motivate action
- Certified Federal Contracts Manager (CFCM) or Certified Professional Contracts Manager (CPCM) certification is a plus
- Experience with multiple contract types (FFP, FPIF, CPFF, CPAF/IF, T&M).
- Ability to handle multiple assignments simultaneously and achieve program goals and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to work independently with general supervision.
- Experience in structuring contracts with Lockheed Martin Global, Inc. (LMGI)
- Comfortable with international travel and the ability to act as an authorized, empowered contracts representative for direct commercial sale transactions
- Understanding of the LM Delegation of Authority (DOA), and Executive Planning Panel (EPP) process
- Currently possess and be able to maintain a US DoD SECRET clearance
Security Clearance Statement: This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.
Clearance Level: Secret
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
Pay Rate:The annual base salary range for this position in California and New York (excluding most major metropolitan areas), Colorado, Hawaii, Washington or Washington DC is $91,300 - $175,000 . Please note that the salary information 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 and business considerations when extending an offer.
Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays.
(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.
This position is incentive plan eligible.
Pay Rate:The annual base salary range for this position in most major metropolitan areas in California and New York is $105,000 - $197,800. Please note that the salary information 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 and business considerations when extending an offer.
Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays.
This position is incentive plan eligible.
Lockheed Martin is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.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.
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Experience Level: Experienced Professional
Business Unit: RMS
Relocation Available: Possible
Career Area: Contracts
Type: Full-Time
Shift: First
