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Contract Management Sr / FAR / DFAR / Lvl 3 / Grand Prairie, TX
Job Description
Lockheed Martin Missiles and Fire Control is seeking a Senior Contracts Management position in Grand Prairie, TX to support a diverse portfolio of Munitions opportunities in the Precision Fires line of business (GMLRS/ER-GMLRS programs).
The ideal candidate for this position shall be familiar and experienced with the following contractual responsibilities: Negotiates, administers, extends, terminates, and renegotiates standard and nonstandard contracts. Evaluates contract performance to determine necessity for amendments or extensions of contracts, and compliance to contractual obligations. Maintains communications to ensure timely contract execution by the parties. May plan and participate in training of contract practices and negotiations to company personnel. The position will require onsite work >50% of the time and occasional travel is required.
What You Will Be Doing
- Provide Contract Administration and Negotiation support in all aspects of the contract life cycle including proposals, negotiations, administration, and contract closeout.
- Assist with the preparation of proposals, preparation of proposal review briefing packages, participate in fact finding and negotiation; provide risk assessments and offer creative contracting approaches to mitigate risks, including alternative contractual language / clauses.
- Assist with the preparation of Pricing and Availability (P&A) responses for FMS (Foreign Military Sales) and subsequent processes of securing Letters of Acceptance (LOAs) as required.
- Draft business correspondence to result in or influence desired business outcomes and prepare internal directives (Contract Authorizations and Proposal Authorizations).
- Review and evaluate Customer requests for proposal or revisions to contracts.
- Maintain regular communications with external Customers to ensure timely execution of contractual documents and to apprise Customers of issues and the Companys position on various complex matters of business.
- Ensure final contract documents are consistent with agreements established during negotiations.
- Investigate and reconcile significant contract changes involving cost, specifications, schedules, etc. and advise management of contractual rights and responsibilities.
- Coordinate with Accounting invoicing requirements such as Progress Payments, Performance Based Payments, Deliverable invoices, and cost vouchers.
For a level 3, we typically require 6 yrs of professional experience; 4 yrs of professional experience with a related Masters degree.
Why Join us
Do you want to be part of a company culture that empowers employees to think big, lead with a growth mindset, and make the impossible a reality? We provide the resources and give you the flexibility to enable inspiration and focus -if you have the passion and courage to dream big, work hard, and have fun doing what you love then we want to build a better tomorrow with you.
We offer flexible work schedules to comprehensive benefits investing in your future and security, Learn more about Lockheed Martin’s comprehensive benefits package here.
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Basic Qualifications
- Contract life cycle experience including proposals, negotiations, administration, and closeout.
- Exceptional and effective communication skills; both written and verbal.
- Microsoft Office computer experience is required.
- Ability to obtain a security clearance.
- Possess basic working knowledge of the Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and Defense Acquisition Regulations Supplement (DFARS).
Desired skills
- Experience with Electronic Contracting Environment (ECE) or similar Contract Management software tools.
- Experience negotiating and administering contracts with the U.S. Government/Foreign Military Sales is preferred with a special emphasis upon Production and/or Development type contracts.
- Experience with IDIQ, OTA, and BOA type contracts is highly desired.
- Working knowledge of Intellectual Property, Data Rights Assertions, FAR/DFARS Compliant markings/legends, and a working knowledge of Contract Data Requirements List (CDRL).
- 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 detailed oriented, as well as a team player.
- Candidate should be capable of working independently with general supervision.
- The qualified individual should be able to establish effective working relationships and communications with all internal and external customers and possess excellent business acumen.
- The candidate must have experience with complex financial terms and concepts (Long Range Plan (LRP), Return on Sale (ROS), proposal pricing, Executive Planning Panel experience, etc.).
- Should possess strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- The candidate should possess understanding of contractual and financial concepts and principles.
- Bachelors degree from an accredited college in a related discipline, or equivalent experience/combined education, with 6 years of professional experience; or 4 years of professional experience with a related Masters degree. Considered career, or journey, level.
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.
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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.
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.
Work Schedule Information
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.
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 $74,700 - $143,100 . 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, candidates 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 $85,900 - $161,900. 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.
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