Basic Qualifications
- Contract life cycle experience including proposals,
negotiations, administration, and closeout
- Develop, negotiate, and execute contracts
- Possess basic working knowledge of the Federal
Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and Defense Acquisition
Regulations Supplement (DFARS)
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure
contract requirements are met and risks are mitigated
- Lead and support audits with internal and external
audit teams and agencies
Job Description
WHO WE ARE
Lockheed Martin: An Award-Winning Place to Work
Who You Are
This Staff Contracts Negotiator will work in the F-35 Training and Logistics Market Segment primarily supporting IWTA's (inter-company agreements) with our sister company, Lockheed Martin Aeronautics. The Contracts Negotiator will support the F-35 T&L Market Segment with proposal preparation, negotiation, and contract administration. Provide business advice and guidance too and coordinate with other functions including Program Management, Finance, Legal, Subcontracts, Business Development, Engineering, Human Resources, Accounting and Compliance to effectively manage the breadth of responsibilities, including capture activities, proposal preparation slash submittal, negotiations and contract terms and related performance obligations. Serve as authorized and powered representative for the company as interface with customer buying representatives responsible for building effective relationships and managing contracts to support business goals and objectives. The Staff Contracts Negotiator will maintain communication with cross-functional organizations and customers to ensure compliance with contract obligations and to execute the required actions on time. Ensure contractual compliance with all laws and regulations, and adherence to Delegation of Authority and approval requirements for proposals and contractual actions. Lead and support audits, as appropriate with internal and external audit teams and agencies to support contract related activities and verify compliance.
Your Responsibilities Will Include, But Are Not Limited To
- Provide contracts administration support, reviewing requirements and assessing contract change impacts.
- Lead and coordinate effort in preparing proposals in response to solicitations.
- Negotiate contracts and ensure proper contract fulfillment through diligent administration.
- Advise leadership and program management on contractual rights, obligations, and risks.
Maintain effective customer contact activities and serve as the Company’s authorized representative.
WHY JOIN US
Your 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.
Desired Skills
Learn more about Lockheed Martin's comprehensive benefits package
- Develop and maintain relationships with internal and
external stakeholders
- Coordinate solutions to contractual issues and
customer concerns
- Providing business advice and guidance to other
Functions
- Ensure contractual compliance with all laws and
regulations
- Knowledge of Lockheed Martin policies and
procedures
- Knowledge of Lockheed Martin's business systems
- Contract drafting experience and experience with
various contract types and contracting vehicles
- This individual will have demonstrated abilities to
develop customer relationships, provide RFP shaping/analysis and have participated in proposal
development and bid strategy
- Candidate should be able to handle multiple
assignments simultaneously and achieve program
goals and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- Candidate should be a proactive self-starter who is
detail and teamwork oriented
- Capable of working independently with general
supervision
Other Important Information
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.
