Description: This position requires ability to obtain and maintain TS/SCI clearance. Must be a U.S. Citizen.
Lockheed Martin Space is recruiting legal counsel for the Space Business Area. The Space legal function encompasses all aspects of legal support to the business, which includes U.S. government, commercial, and international contracting and spans heavy manufacturing to software design and integration. The Space legal function also includes the international trade compliance and anticorruption programs.
This position will support the Lockheed Martin Space legal team, in the National Security Space line of business. Work will vary from legal research to review and revision of licenses, regulations, agreements and contracts, to assisting in the development of solutions to complex legal and business problems.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a collegial office environment while working closely with experienced practitioners on sophisticated matters, often of national importance, and support the Lockheed Martin Space team.
The role entails approximately 10% travel.
Basic Qualifications:
J.D. degree from an accredited law school
A member in good standing of a state bar
Minimum of five years of relevant work experience with the U.S. government, a nationally recognized law firm, or a corporation in a highly regulated industry
Ability to travel
Must be able to obtain a TS/SCI clearance
Desired Skills:
Active clearance
Demonstrated record of successful performance and increasing levels of responsibility
Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
Excellent legal research, writing, and oral communication skills
Detail-orientation and strong analytical abilities
Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment
Resourcefulness and sound judgment
Creative mindset and willingness to take ownership of projects
Commitment to ethical behavior and ability to function well in a diverse and inclusive environment
Dedication to quality and high performance standards in all work tasks
Commitment to contributing as part of a high-performing team
Seven years of relevant legal work experience
Experience in the aerospace or security industry
Experience with dispute resolution, employment matters and litigation
Experience in government contract law and other transaction authorities
Business acumen
Security Clearance Statement: This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.
Clearance Level: TS/SCI
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
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 $156,400 - $275,655. 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.
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: No
Career Area: Legal
Type: Full-Time
Shift: First
