Description:You will be the Contracts Management Staff for the THAAD Program – Integrated Air and Missile Defense team. Our team is responsible for delivering critical contracts that enable the THAAD system to protect global communities.

What You Will Be Doing:

As the Contracts Management Staff you will be responsible for overseeing the full contract lifecycle—from capture and proposal through award and administration—while providing strategic guidance to program stakeholders.

Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

Supervise and mentor a team of contract professionals, coordinating recruitment, training, performance assessments, and disciplinary actions.
Manage end‑to‑end contracts activities, including solicitation, negotiation, award, and post‑award administration.
Partner with program management, finance, legal, engineering, and other functions to ensure contractual compliance and alignment with business goals.
Serve as the authorized company representative in customer interactions, building strong relationships and resolving contractual issues.
Lead internal and external audits, produce compliance reports, and drive continuous improvement of contract processes.

Why Join Us:

We are seeking a self‑motivated, detail‑oriented leader who thrives in a fast‑paced, mission‑critical environment. This role offers the chance to shape high‑impact defense programs, mentor a talented team, and make a measurable contribution to national security.

We are committed to supporting your work‑life balance and overall well‑being, offering flexible scheduling options. Learn more about Lockheed Martin’s comprehensive benefits package here.

Further Information About This Opportunity:

This position is in Dallas. Discover more about our Dallas, Texas location.

MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN - This position requires  selected candidate must possess ability to obtain a Secret clearance.

Basic Qualifications:

5+ years of related professional experience and generally possesses a post-secondary degree from an accredited college. Considered an emerging authority.

Contracts experience working DoD Contracts:

Ability to obtain a security clearance

Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and Power Point)

Proven experience proposing, negotiating, administering and closing a variety of fixed price type (FFP, FPIF) and/or cost type (CPFF, CPIF) DoD contracts

Sound working knowledge of the FAR, DFARS, and other government acquisition regulations

Occasional travel is required.

Must have excellent presentation skills, strong analytical abilities, and be a self-starter who can work independently with minimal supervision

Strong working knowledge of administering and negotiating a variety of fixed price type (FFP, FPIF) and cost type (CPFF, CPIF) contracts

Should be detail oriented and able to work in a virtual team environment

Proven ability to manage routine and unique problems/issues to help develop solutions for multi-million-dollar complex contracts

The qualified individual must be able to establish and maintain effective working relationships and communications with all internal and external customers and possess excellent business acumen

Desired Skills:

Contracts lead experience working Government contracts

Experience working in all aspects of the contract life cycle including contract administration, proposal preparation and close-out

Missile Defense Agency and/or IAMD experience:

Able to manage and administer multiple task orders and delivery orders in a fast paced environment

Able to develop solutions to a variety of moderate and complex problems which may require the regular use of ingenuity and innovation

Experience working with Virtual teams
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 Know:

Expression 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 Lockheed Martin Jobs, and apply for roles that align with your qualifications.
Experience Level: Experienced Professional
Business Unit: MISSILES AND FIRE CONTROL
Relocation Available: Possible
Career Area: Contracts
Type: Full-Time
Shift: First