Proposal Manager Staff - IV (Level 4)Protecting what matters most is the mission that matters most. Space is a critical domain, connecting our technologies, our security and our humanity. While others view space as a destination, we see it as a realm of possibilities, where we can do more—we can innovate, invest, inspire and integrate our capabilities to transform the future. At Lockheed Martin Space, we aim to harness the full potential of space to cultivate innovation, reduce costs, and push the boundaries of what technology can achieve. We're creating future-ready solutions, focusing on resiliency and urgency through our 21st Century Security® vision. We're erasing boundaries and forming partnerships across industries and around the world. We're advancing spacecraft and the workforce to fuel the next generation. And we're reimagining how space can connect us, ensuring security and prosperity. Join us in shaping a new era in space and find a career that's built for you.Our Lockheed Martin Space Business Development organization has an immediate opportunity for a mid-career level Proposal Manager to join our mission. Operating in a fast-paced environment driven by partnerships, deadlines, and wins, you will collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams on business development pursuits. This is a great opportunity to apply your expert-level skills to work as a proposal lead, volume lead, and readability reviewer, as well as serve as a mentor for staff assigned to proposals, playing a crucial role in translating themes and organizing teams to achieve award success.We engage technical specialists and executives to deliver high-quality work products and thrive on the idea of pursuing exciting new opportunities, pulling together exceptional bids, and winning business for Lockheed Martin. You will partner with Capture Managers, Program Managers, and technical resources on new business paths to bring home the win.In this role you will…Lead pursuits as Proposal Manager, including responses to solicitations for some of our most impactful customers to secure new or renewing contractsManage teams for proposal execution to include staff, consultants, and other resourcesOwn the primary responsibility for the design, development, and delivery of compliant, compelling, customer-focused proposalsSupport the development, maintenance and implementation of proposal processes, including process documentation, tools, metrics, and trainingLead continuous improvement for proposal processes across the teamMaintain ongoing relationships through meeting and customer engagement, to ensure we are providing top-tier support to our internal partnersLiaise with Technical, Business Development, Contract, and Cost teams to ensure proposal roadmaps are aligned with strategyOur level 4 employees typically have 9-15 years of experience.Desired skills:Highly prefer 6+ years of proposal management experiencePrefer prior experience working on an in-house proposal management team within an aerospace/defense companyActive TS/SCI clearanceFamiliarity with the Shipley Proposal Management processComfort working with a broad range of technology tools including SharePoint, Excel, Word, Confluence, and JIRADemonstrated leadership in one or more of the following roles (capture, proposal, program manager, business development, project management) in proposal activitiesAbility to work proactively and independently to provide compliant proposal responses and to meet deadlinesStrong ownership and bias for action; ability to internalize goals and work independently to create real plans to achieve themStrong problem-solving skills; ability to analyze issues and create appropriate tactical plansEnthusiasm for serving as a mentor and able to share experiences and knowledge by providing projects and feedback to team membersAbility to succeed in a fast-paced, innovative, and rapidly evolving industry and business organizationExceptional interpersonal and relationship management skillsDemonstrated effectiveness leading diverse and geographically dispersed teams in virtual settings to achieve resultsStrong executive presence and ability to coach and influence others without formal authorityVersatility and flexibility in a constantly evolving environment with a wide variety of social stylesTo promote the sharing of ideas, Lockheed Martin fosters a work environment that encourages big-picture thinking. Our employees play an active role in strengthening the quality of life where we live and work by volunteering more than 850,000 hours annually.Benefits you can enjoy include:Medical {many choices of plans; some LM locations have on-site medical}Dental401k {with generous matching}Generous Paid time offWork/life balance, family-friendly environmentCareer development, career-growth, and lots of learning opportunities for aspiring mindsFun, talented, and witty teammatesKnowledgeable, supportive, and engaged leadershipCommunity-minded organizationMentorship opportunitiesRewards & recognitionGenerous Tuition ReimbursementWe are committed to enabling transitioning veterans to connect with their communities and find new purpose as they reintegrate into civilian life. By clicking on the links, you can find out more on how we proudly support Hiring Our Heroes.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.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.Employee will telework < 50%FirstLockheed 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.4x10 hour day, 3 days off per weekThis position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.TS/SCISPACE4C13A00:CE Proposal OpsBusiness DevelopmentExperienced ProfessionalHerndon-VA, Highlands Ranch-CO, SUNNYVALE-CAHerndon, Highlands Ranch, Sunnyvale20171, 80129, 94089NoNoFull-TimeDirectAt 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.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.Pay Rate: The annual base salary range for this position in California and New York (excluding most major metropolitan areas), Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New Jersey, Vermont, Washington or Washington DC is $104,500 - $184,115. 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,