Commercial Officer - LMUK Space Programmes

Be part of a team delivering the next generation of secure military communications satellites for the UK Ministry of Defence. This work provides resilient, high performance connectivity for the UK, its allies and Defence personnel worldwide, playing a critical role in protecting national security as space becomes more contested and demand for secure data continues to grow. This is your chance to work on mission-critical technology, develop cutting-edge skills, and build a meaningful career while making a lasting impact on the region and the nation.

An exciting opportunity to join a high-performing commercial team as Commercial Officer supporting complex and mission-critical programmes. The role offers the chance to work across the full contract lifecycle, build valuable stakeholder relationships, and contribute to programmes that deliver meaningful impact at both regional and national level.

The individual selected for this role will be responsible for delivering contracts management activities across the full spectrum of commercial actions associated with the provision of supplies and services — from capture and proposal development through contract award and all phases of contract administration. Working within a collaborative and fast-paced environment, the role will provide commercial guidance and support across multiple business functions including programme management, finance, legal, subcontracts, business development, engineering, human resources, accounting, and compliance.

Responsibilities will include managing contract solicitations, supporting capture activities, conducting negotiations, administering contract terms, and ensuring fulfilment of associated contractual obligations. The successful candidate will act as a key interface with Customer buying representatives, building effective and trusted relationships while supporting wider business goals and objectives. The role will also involve coordinating solutions to contractual issues and Customer concerns related to Company performance, ensuring contractual compliance with all applicable laws and regulations, and maintaining adherence to Delegation of Authority and approval requirements.

Additional responsibilities will include supporting internal and external audits, ensuring final contract documentation accurately reflects negotiated agreements, contributing to contract management best practice initiatives, compiling contractual data and reports for Corporate and Business Area requests, and managing multiple complex contracts and stakeholder relationships with minimal supervision.

• Demonstrate strong knowledge of commercial and contract models and apply them effectively across a range of agreements and programmes.
• Ensure Terms and Conditions compliance, proactively identifying commercial risks and implementing effective solutions and mitigations.
• Independently identify, define, and implement contract revisions and process improvements in accordance with established procedures.
• Liaise effectively with internal stakeholders, customers, and suppliers, providing commercial guidance and support relevant to assigned agreements.
• Organise and maintain accurate contract documentation and records.
• Ensure timely completion of all contract actions and contract close-out activities.
• Keep internal and external stakeholders informed of key issues, risks, and mitigation or resolution activities.
• Ensure effective flow-down of prime contract commercial requirements to suppliers.

Experience within a Commercial Officer or similar Contracts Management role is required, along with experience supporting Major Projects, Programmes, or Complex Contracts. A strong understanding of commercial and contract models and their practical application is essential, as well as experience ensuring Terms and Conditions compliance, identifying risks, and implementing commercial solutions. The ability to independently identify, define, and implement contract revisions and improvements is necessary, along with excellent attention to detail, strong analytical, report-writing, and organisational skills, and the ability to work effectively with internal and external stakeholders across varying levels of seniority. SC clearance, or the ability to achieve SC clearance, is required for this role.

Desired Skills include MOD / Defence Contracts Management experience and experience supporting Business Development activities, including Capture Management and Bid support.

Lockheed Martin is committed to upholding principles of equal opportunity, fostering a work environment that is aligned with our core values of integrity, respect, and exceptional performance. We recognize the importance of leveraging the unique talents and experiences of all our employees to drive innovation, deliver superior solutions, and maximize value for our customers. Our focus is on identifying the most qualified candidate for each role, regardless of their background.

At Lockheed Martin, we place an emphasis on empowering our employees by fostering innovation, integrity, and exemplifying the embodiment of corporate responsibility. Our employees come first and therefore your physical, mental and financial wellbeing matters to us. On top of working in a highly supportive, friendly, respectful environment you can expect so much more.

We are an employer in support of and offering Flexible working with the option to also work a 4 day week depending on business requirements, where you have the option of Fridays off. We offer Competitive salaries alongside a flexible holiday entitlement. We have a Wealth of benefits available to you that can be selected through our wellbeing tool upon commencement of employment.