Standard Job Description
Responsible for the management of supplier cost, schedule and technical performance on moderate-to-high-risk, modified Commercial Off The Shelf, performance specification and complex build-to-print subcontracts for commercial, DOD and international programs. Leads multifunctional subcontract management teams. Holds procurement delegation and signs supplier agreements and purchase orders within established authority.Leads the development of subcontract specifications, work statements, and terms and conditions for the procurement of specialized materials, equipment, and services for subcontract systems in support of development, production and global sustainment primes with multiple contract types.Prepares bid packages, conducts bidders' conferences, develops evaluation criteria, analyzes and evaluates proposals, negotiates subcontract provisions including price, selects or recommends subcontractors, writes subcontract packages, prepares awards and administers resulting subcontracts and required change activity.
You will be the Subcontract Manager for the Lower Tier Air & Missile Defense team. Our team drives the Evolutionary Development effort for Lockheed Martin’s critical Air and Missile Defense programs, partnering directly with program managers, engineers, supplier quality, and subcontractor leadership to secure producible, cost‑effective solutions early in the design cycle.
What You Will Be Doing
As the Subcontract Manager you will be responsible for overseeing all subcontract activities that support a major corporate‑focus development effort. You’ll serve as the primary liaison between Lockheed Martin and our lower‑tier suppliers, ensuring contracts are executed flawlessly, risks are mitigated, and delivery schedules are met.
Your responsibilities will include:
• Managing the full life cycle of subcontracts — drafting, negotiating, awarding, and closing out agreements.
• Conducting subcontract administration and procurement tasks, including purchase order creation, change order processing, and invoice reconciliation.
• Collaborating with program managers, engineers, and supplier quality to identify and resolve technical and schedule risks early in the design phase.
• Monitoring subcontractor performance against contract terms, milestones, and key performance indicators.
• Leading risk assessments, developing mitigation plans, and driving corrective actions when needed.
• Maintaining accurate records in the GSC system and ensuring compliance with corporate policies, FAR/DFARS, and export control regulations.
• Preparing status reports, dashboards, and executive briefings for senior leadership and customer stakeholders.
• Facilitating continuous improvement initiatives to enhance subcontracting processes and reduce cost, schedule, and quality variances.
Basic Qualifications
| - Prior Supply Chain experience - Must have the ability to obtain US Secret Security Clearance - Able to work effectively in a team environment - Ability to travel when required; less than 25% |
Desired Skills
| - ERP experience - FAR/DFARS experience |
| Standard Job Description : |
| Responsible for the management of supplier cost, schedule and technical performance on moderate-to-high-risk, modified Commercial Off The Shelf, performance specification and complex build-to-print subcontracts for commercial, DOD and international programs. Leads multifunctional subcontract management teams. Holds procurement delegation and signs supplier agreements and purchase orders within established authority.Leads the development of subcontract specifications, work statements, and terms and conditions for the procurement of specialized materials, equipment, and services for subcontract systems in support of development, production and global sustainment primes with multiple contract types.Prepares bid packages, conducts bidders' conferences, develops evaluation criteria, analyzes and evaluates proposals, negotiates subcontract provisions including price, selects or recommends subcontractors, writes subcontract packages, prepares awards and administers resulting subcontracts and required change activity. |
Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $89100.00 - $165500.00
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The salary range for this position is as listed on the requisition. Please note that the salary information listed 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(work location) and business considerations when extending an offer.
Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible work arrangements and schedules (e.g., 4x10), 401(k) match, Paid time off, Holidays, Parental Leave, EAP, Flexible Spending Accounts, Education Assistance, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability.
- Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs may be offered depending on the position. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and can vary from year to year and are tied to a range of performance metrics.
- For (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.