Contracts Manager

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* Description:

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* ** Contracts Manager*
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* Location:

Fort Worth TX*
* ** What You Will Be Doing*
* Lockheed Martin's Skunk Works Line of Business  LOB  develops technologies that bring clarity to global complexity  With a rich history of developing first of kind technologies and programs, Skunk Works enables customers to accomplish critical missions through innovation and advanced capabilities

As a Contracts Manager, you will play a key leadership role supporting a growing portfolio of programs and customers  This position is responsible for leading contracts activities and guiding a team to deliver timely, high impact results that support business objectives and customer needs  You will partner across program, business, and customer teams to ensure effective contract execution, compliance, and strategic support throughout the program lifecycle

** Key Responsibilities*
* Lead contracts activities in support of Skunk Works programs and customer requirements

 Manage and develop contracts staff to ensure timely and impactful results

 Support a growing portfolio of programs across the Skunk Works Line of Business

 Partner with program leadership and cross functional teams to support business objectives and mission success

 Provide strategic contracts guidance throughout the program lifecycle

 Ensure contract execution aligns with customer requirements, corporate objectives, and compliance standards

 Foster collaboration across internal and external stakeholders to support program performance and customer satisfaction

** What's In It For You*
* From onsite to remote, we offer flexible work schedules to comprehensive benefits investing in your future and security, Learn more about Lockheed Martin's comprehensive benefits package here

** Who You Are*
* You are a strategic and collaborative leader with experience managing contracts within a complex, fast paced environment  You bring strong business acumen and understand how effective contract management supports program execution, customer relationships, and overall business success  You are comfortable leading teams, mentoring talent, and driving results while balancing competing priorities and deadlines

You thrive in highly collaborative environments and are skilled at building strong partnerships across program management, legal, finance, and customer organizations  You are an effective communicator who can navigate complex situations, provide sound business guidance, and influence decision making at multiple levels of the organization  Above all, you are motivated by supporting innovative programs and delivering impactful solutions that help customers accomplish their missions

** This position is in Fort Worth, TX Discover Fort Worth *
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* Basic Qualifications:

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* Bachelor's degree from an accredited college in a related discipline or 10 years relevant professional experience in contracts, business management, program management, finance, supply chain, legal, or a related field

Prior experience as a team lead, manager, organization lead, or similar role demonstrating the ability to guide staff, prioritize work, and support team performance

Experience supporting or leading proposal preparation, proposal submittals, contract negotiations, contract awards, and post award contract administration for U S  Government, aerospace/defense, or commercial contracting efforts

Experience with FAR, DFARS, government contracting principles, and common contract types, including Fixed Price, Cost Reimbursement, Incentive type, Award Fee, and Time & Materials contracts

Experience reviewing, interpreting, or negotiating contract Terms & Conditions, including the ability to identify business, financial, performance, and compliance risks

Experience communicating effectively with internal and external stakeholders, including program management, finance, legal, supply chain, contracts leadership, customers, and industry partners

7  U S  Citizenship is required  The selected candidate must have the ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Defense Secret clearance

** Desired

Skills:

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* 1  Demonstrated experience leading the full contract lifecycle, including capture support, proposal strategy, negotiations, award, execution, change management, and closeout

2  Ability to develop and execute contract strategies that align customer requirements, program execution, financial objectives, and enterprise risk posture

3  Advanced understanding of contract types, fee structures, cost/price principles, funding, cash flow, and how contract terms affect financial and program performance

4  Experience leading customer negotiations, contractual correspondence, Terms & Conditions reviews, issue resolution, and internal approval packages

5  Knowledge of U S  Government intellectual property, technical data rights, proprietary information protections, and data rights assertion practices

6  Experience presenting to senior leadership, customers, and cross functional stakeholders on contract strategy,…