Subcontract Management Staff

Company: Lockheed Martin
Location: Grand Prairie
Posted on: April 1, 2026

Job Description:

You will be the Subcontract Management Staff for one of our Missiles & Fire Control Programs which may include programs such as F-35, THAAD, PAC-3, Javelin, or other similar initiatives. Our team is responsible for overseeing the full supply chain lifecycle ensuring cost, schedule, and performance excellence. What You Will Be Doing As the Subcontract Management Staff, you will be responsible for partnering with program leadership and Supplier Management Teams to develop, negotiate, and execute complex subcontracts. Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to: Drafting, negotiating, awarding, modifying, and closing subcontracts that meet technical, cost, and schedule goals. Monitoring supplier performance across cost, schedule, quality, and technical metrics, and initiating corrective actions as needed. Identifying risks, developing mitigation plans, and resolving daily supplier issues to protect production flow. Collaborating with engineering, manufacturing, quality, logistics, finance, and legal teams to align deliverables. Applying DFARS, FAR, ITAR, and internal policies, conducting compliance reviews, and mitigating regulatory exposure. Why Join Us We are looking for a collaborative, results driven professional who thrives in a fast paced environment and excels at building strong supplier relationships. This role offers the chance to influence critical program outcomes, work with cutting edge technology, and grow your expertise within a supportive, mission focused organization. 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 is located at a facility that requires special access. The selected candidate must be able to obtain a secret clearance. Basic Qualifications • Excellent written, verbal, and presentation communication skills • Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities • Effective organizational and time management skills • Experience managing supplier relationships and leading cross-functional teams to develop innovative solutions • Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment • Working knowledge of standard government contract types • Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint Desired skills • Experience managing subcontracts for specialized materials, complex assemblies, and equipment within the defense industry • Bachelor’s degree or higher from an accredited institution • Experience with risk identification, mitigation, and issue resolution • Ability to effectively interact with senior management, suppliers, and external stakeholders on complex matters requiring coordination across multiple functional organizations • Demonstrated initiative, ownership, and ability to work with a high degree of autonomy • Knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) • Experience with negotiations above the Truth in Negotiations Act (TINA) / Certified Cost or Pricing Data (CCoPD) threshold, including price analysis, cost analysis, technical evaluation, and fact-finding • Demonstrated leadership experience 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. 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. Security Clearance Information This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration. Pay Rate: The annual base salary range for this position in California, Massachusetts, and New York (excluding most major metropolitan areas), Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New Jersey, Vermont, Washington or Washington DC is $95,000 - $167,440. For states not referenced above, the salary range for this position will reflect the candidate’s final work location. 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. (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, Massachusetts, and New York is $109,200 - $189,290. For states not referenced above, the salary range for this position will reflect the candidate’s final work location. 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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