Contracts Management Senior (Level 3)

Basic Qualifications

Bachelors degree from an accredited college in a related discipline.
Must be able to attain and maintain a Government Security Clearance (Top Secret).
3+ years related experience as a minimum.

Job Description

Contracts Management Senior (Level 3)

Location

Fort Worth TX

What You Will Be Doing

The Contracts Management Senior (Level 3) role within the ADP Contracts Team is responsible for leading and executing a broad range of contract lifecycle activities in a fast-paced aerospace and defense environment. This position is ideally suited for a professional with 3+ years of contract management experience who can effectively manage contracts from capture through close-out while ensuring compliance with contractual requirements and company policies. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to support program execution, mitigate risk, and drive strong business outcomes through sound contract management practices.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage contracts throughout the full lifecycle, including capture, proposal, negotiation, execution, and close-out
• Ensure compliance with contractual requirements, company policies, and regulatory guidelines
• Partner with cross-functional teams including program management, finance, legal, and supply chain to support program objectives
• Support proposal development activities, including contract review, risk assessment, and terms and conditions analysis
• Administer and interpret contracts to ensure proper execution and alignment with customer requirements
• Identify and mitigate contractual risks while supporting business objectives
• Maintain accurate contract documentation and records throughout the lifecycle
• Support negotiations and communications with customers to resolve contract-related issues
• Provide guidance and support to program teams on contract-related matters
• Contribute to continuous improvement of contract management processes and best practices

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 detail-oriented and proactive contracts professional with experience managing contracts across the full lifecycle in a dynamic environment. You bring a strong understanding of contract administration, compliance, and risk management, along with the ability to work independently while collaborating effectively across teams. You have experience supporting proposals, negotiations, and contract execution, and you are comfortable interpreting contract language and communicating key requirements to stakeholders. You are organized, adaptable, and able to manage multiple priorities while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail. You are a strong communicator who builds relationships easily and contributes to team success, while remaining focused on delivering results that support both customer needs and business objectives.

Desired Skills

• Active Security Clearance (Top Secret preferred)
• Familiarity with standard contract types (FFP, CPFF, CPIF, T&M, FPIF)
• Experience and proficiency in the following areas: Proposal development and compliance matrices, Contract awards and definitization, Experienced in contract documentation and audit readiness, Modifications, change management, and ECPs, Ability to track deliverables, funding, and period of performance, Intellectual property protections and data rights assertion frameworks (e.g., DFARS 252.227 series), Ability to identify contractual risks and escalate appropriately, including negotiation of customer Terms & Conditions, negotiation support, limitation of liability and indemnification concepts, Strong written and verbal communicator for tasks including contract summaries, and customer correspondence, Demonstrated experiences in supporting proposals, contract awards, and post-award support, Team player who desires collaborative environment working alongside program managers, finance teams, estimating and pricing roles, and legal counterparts, Financial acumen and understanding cost vs. price, fee/profit mechanics, basic estimating concepts, and BOEs, Proactive self-starter with a strong sense of initiative, Ability to analyze contract funding, burn rates, and obligations

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

Onsite

Full-time

The work associated with this position will be performed onsite at a designated Lockheed Martin facility.