You will be the Procurement Engineer Senior Staff for the ModSTAR program team. Our team is responsible for driving Speed to Market through Reuse, Commonality, and Modularity, supporting the development of innovative aerospace and defense products.

What You Will Be Doing
As the Procurement Engineer Senior Staff, you will be responsible for providing strategic support to the ModSTAR program, collaborating with cross-functional teams to facilitate the design, production, test, and qualification of products. You will analyze technical data, designs, and supplier capabilities to inform procurement decisions and drive cost savings.

Your responsibilities will include:
•Coordinating with Sourcing, Operations, Design Engineering, and the Supply Base to facilitate product development
•Analyzing technical data, designs, and supplier capabilities to inform procurement decisions
•Investigating and recommending potential suppliers based on assessments of response to specifications, costs, and historical performance
•Facilitating technical trade-offs and standardization to drive economical procurement
•Leading teams to collaboratively solve problems in Producibility, Quality, Inspection, Cost, and Affordability
•Establishing PIAs and NDAs, negotiating Ts&Cs, and developing ordering strategies to drive down cost and accelerate hardware delivery

Why Join Us
Were looking for a collaborative and strategic thinker to join our team as a Procurement Engineer Senior Staff. As a key member of the ModSTAR program team, you will have the opportunity to drive innovation and speed to spanet in the aerospace and defense industry. If youre a motivated and experienced procurement professional with a passion for collaboration and problem-solving, we encourage you to apply. This role offers the chance to work on high-impact projects, lead cross-functional teams, and develop creative solutions to complex procurement challenges. Join our team and contribute to the development of cutting-edge products that make a difference in the world.

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:
• Experience establishing effective relationships with internal and external teams
• Experience utilizing tools and techniques that will help solicit risk identification and opportunity realization
• Experience assessing suppliers business, process and technical / quality capabilities
• Able to proactively seek out opportunities to drive world-class performance
• Have an understanding of manufacturing and assembly processes
• Able to successfully identify operational causes to low performance and build plans to improve
• Bachelor’s in a technical field
• Experience in developing and establishing best practices within a Business Area
• Experience with complex procurements and setting up agreements
Desired Skills:
• Lean Six Sigma Black Belt or Green Belt
• Understanding of supply chain processes and organizational business rhythms
• Strong balance of technical, operational, and business acumen
• Familiarity with missile programs
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: 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 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: 4x10 hour day, 3 days off per week
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 worlds 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: MISSILES AND FIRE CONTROL
Relocation Available: Possible
Career Area: Purchasing/Procurement/Supply Chain
Type: Full-Time
Shift: First

• Lean Six Sigma Black Belt or Green Belt
• Understanding of supply chain processes and organizational business rhythms
• Strong balance of technical, operational, and business acumen
• Familiarity with missile programs