Description:
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.
In this role you will:
Perform a variety of financial tasks to include application of Earned Value Management (EVM), proposal preparation, and resource estimating support for the Fleet Ballistic Missile (FBM) Program at its Cape Canaveral location.
Resource controls/EVM responsibilities include utilizing the EVM system to manage cost and schedule performance, to include extracting, analyzing, and compiling data for monthly variance reporting of contracts. Schedule and cost variances must be identified and explanations, both written and verbal, provided in accordance with strict deadlines. Participate in monthly meetings and present data to LM Senior Management.
Other duties include:
- Participation in weekly production scheduling meetings, direct interface with Management to ascertain variance cause, corrective action, and estimated recovery dates, maintaining detailed spreadsheets to track costs for various areas of production and supporting areas.
- Work with various data systems to support contract proposals for new and existing efforts, and respond to numerous requests for cost estimates.
- Assist Managers in development of staffing plans and forecasts, and monitoring of weekly labor charges.
Basic Qualifications:
- Bachelors or Masters degree from an accredited college or equivalent years of combined education/experience in lieu of degree
- Advanced Microsoft Office Skills
- Experience managing large budgets or any other related finance skills
- Must be able to obtain or already have a Secret security clearance. US citizenship is a requirement
Desired Skills:
- Bachelors or Masters degree preferred in Accounting, Finance, or related business field with 3+ years of related experience
- Prior EVM or Program Performance Management Experience
- Experience with SAP, Cobra, and Tableau
- Previous experience with Government / DoD contracts
- Demonstrated success in team based, deadline driven environments
- Previous experience with detailed analysis of large sets of data and high degree of accuracy
- Strong organization, analytical, presentation and interpersonal skills
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
- Must be able to obtain or already have a Secret security clearance. US citizenship is a requirement
Security Clearance Statement:
This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.
Clearance Level: Secret
Other Important Information You Should Know
Expression of Interest: 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.
Work Schedules: 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.
Schedule for this Position: 9x80 every other Friday off
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.
Experience Level: Experienced Professional
Business Unit: SPACE
Relocation Available: Possible
Career Area: Finance
Type: Full-Time
Shift: First
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