Contracts Manager

ACT, Canberra (Barton)
- Commercial
- 16970BR

**About us**:

- At Lockheed Martin Australia, we believe that when people are empowered, inspired, and supported, they can achieve extraordinary things. We embrace flexibility, so our people can be their best inside and outside of work. We champion inclusion and continuous learning, ensuring all voices are heard and valued. And we thrive on collaboration, turning challenges into opportunities for growth and innovation. As a leader in national security, our innovative and diverse programs create a more secure future for Australia across space, air, land, sea, and cyber domains. Every day is a chance to solve the world’s most complex challenges and make a profound impact. Experience it here.

Lockheed Martin Missiles and Fire Control (MFC) is a Strategic Industry Partner for the development of the Australian Guided Weapons and Explosive Ordnance (GWEO) Enterprise with goals to enhance self-reliance, supply chain resilience, and developing a guided weapons manufacturing capability in Australia. The Strategic Capabilities Office (SCO) will oversee the execution of GWEO initiatives.

**About the role**
You would be responsible for providing advice to the SCO / GWEO project teams on the full range of contract management activities and responsibilities include negotiating and managing a variety of contract types, initiating, tracking, and monitoring contract changes, deliverables, correspondence, and risks, and maintaining associated documentation.

This role can be undertaken in Canberra, Melbourne or Adelaide.

**Your responsibilities will include**:

- The primarily responsibilities of the Contract Manage role include:

- Lead the preparation non-disclosure agreements, teaming agreements, international sales agreements, and other contractual documents.
- Support the drafting and management of responses to requests for tenders and proposals.
- Act as the principal interface with external customers on contractual matters.
- Perform risk assessments of proposed contractual terms and conditions and develop recommendations to minimise their potential risk to the business.
- Participate in management review of proposals, tenders, and contracts and ensure that all legal and contractual matters relating to tenders and proposals are addressed efficiently and promptly.
- Provide guidance to business personnel on contract obligations and requirements, contracting policies and procedures.
- Post contract-award, provide contract management support to programs such as preparing contract change proposals, conducting reviews to ensure contractual obligations are being met and providing advice to resolve contractual problems with the project delivery team in a timely manner.

**About you**:

- Strong working knowledge of procurement processes and demonstrated experience of working in an engineering or project environment.
- Excellent communication and influencing skills including the ability to prepare concise oral and written reports and briefings.
- Demonstrated ASDEFCON background/experience and demonstrated experience working within an engineering or project environment.

**Special Requirements**:

- Applicants must be eligible to obtain and maintain an Australian Defence Security Clearance and employment may be contingent on the provision of further personal information including citizenship to ensure compliance with international export control legislation and regulations.

**What we offer you**:

- When you join Lockheed Martin, you work on projects you won’t experience anywhere else.
We offer you a range of benefits built to suit you, no matter what stage of life you are in.
- Flexible work & Hybrid work options
- Access to our online discounts program offering immediate discounts or cashback
- A variety of leave options including Purchase Leave to support you and your family
- Additional benefits such as Novated Leasing and Fitness Programs
- Learning & Development platforms to encourage ongoing self-development

**Equal Opportunity Statement**
- Lockheed Martin supports Equal Employment Opportunity and Diversity in the workplace by creating a place of employment that is, harassment free, diverse, fair, ethical, inclusive, and values the contribution of all its employees. Diversity and inclusion are the foundation of our culture and reflect our values of doing what’s right, respecting others and performing with excellence. By leveraging our employees’ unique talents and experiences, we will deliver innovative, affordable solutions and unparalleled customer value.
We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone can thrive. If you are selected for this role, we would be happy to discuss any accommodations that will help you to be successful.

**Vacancy Country**
- Australia

**Vacancy Type**
- Permanent

**Employee Type**
- Full Time

**Job Expires**
- 21/06/2025