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Job ID: 695248BR Date posted: Jun. 09, 2025

Description:The Government Relations Senior Manager, Naval Aviation Programs, reports to the Director, Naval and Coast Guard Aviation Programs, in Crystal City. He/she supports the Director and Mission Area VP, and interfaces with the Navy and Marine Corps Legislative Team in the following manner:

• Work closely with United States Navy senior staff, OSD, and other government agencies to coordinate and inform on Lockheed Martin acquisition, logistics, and sustainment programs.
• Fully support company legislative efforts for Lockheed Martin programs.
• Assist the Director, Naval and Coast Guard Aviation Programs, in the formulation of strategic priorities for the Naval Aviation portfolio, and in developing and executing the specific plans, goals, objectives and accompanying enabling strategies that support the Annual Strategic Action Plan.

Specific Job Description

This position will report to the Director, Naval and Coast Guard Aviation Programs, in a supporting role for all Naval Aviation programs. Specific duties include:

• Act as a Lockheed Martin Government Affairs (LMGA) representative for all Naval Aviation programs to include capture programs, keep sold programs, and new opportunities.
• Interface with and support Lockheed Martin business area counterparts in Rotary & Mission Systems, Aeronautics, and Missiles & Fire Control.
• Arrange customer meetings and conferences to facilitate business area presentation of product development plans, proposals, reviews, sustainment initiatives and capability improvements.
• Coordinate with the business areas and appropriate corporate/LMGA staff on all customer contacts, briefings and communications directed to LM customers in the Washington, DC area.
• Coordinate with the Director to maximize business opportunities on current Navy programs.
• Assist in efforts to gain/grow business in areas of emerging technologies, such as unmanned systems, hypersonics, and advanced weaponry.
• Coordinate with the F-35C Director, Air Force & JSF programs, to ensure synchronization across the strike fighter portfolio in support of Lockheed Martin Aeronautics.
• Work various sustainment issues as required on Lockheed Martin new or legacy aircraft.
• Participate in business development and aviation activities, as required, to include tradeshows and aviation-affiliated organizations.
• Coordinate with Director, Norfolk LMGA Office, on supporting Norfolk / East Coast Region-based aviation activities, customer meetings, briefings, and communications.
• Maintain familiarity and engage with Naval Aviation leadership in the Norfolk fleet concentration area.
• Travel as necessary to support LM business activities and Norfolk-based aviation engagements

This is an on-site (4 days per week) position located at our Crystal City, Arlington facility. This position is also on a 9/80 schedule, with every other Friday off, as business allows.

What’s In It For You:

From onsite to remote, we offer flexible work schedules to comprehensive benefits investing in your future and security, Learn more about Lockheed Martin’s comprehensive benefits package here.

Lockheed Martin provides the resources and the flexibility to enable inspiration and focus! If you have the passion and courage to dream big, work hard, and have fun doing what you love then we want to build a better tomorrow with you!

Basic Qualifications:

• Extensive experience with U. S. Navy Fleet operations, Navy aircraft logistics, and Navy customers.
• Thorough understanding of Navy requirements process and defense acquisition system.
• Washington DC-based Service Staff, OSD, and/or Joint Staff experience.
• Demonstrated excellent senior-level (Flag/SES/PM/O-6) customer relationship skills.
• Thorough knowledge of Planning Programming Budgeting and Execution (PPBE) process.
• Thorough knowledge of the DoD and Congressional budget processes.

Desired Skills:

• Demonstrated excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Service Legislative Affairs position or Legislative position in the House and/or Senate.
• Strong professional network within the Washington, DC aerospace and defense industry, and Naval Aviation community in the Norfolk fleet concentration area.
• Individual must be a self-starter, a team player, and possess keen analytical skills.

Security Clearance Statement: This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.

Clearance Level: Top 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: 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: CORPORATE HEADQUARTERS

Relocation Available: Possible

Career Area: Business Development

Type: Full-Time

Shift: First

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Job ID: 695248BR Date posted: Jun. 09, 2025

Description:The Government Relations Senior Manager, Naval Aviation Programs, reports to the Director, Naval and Coast Guard Aviation Programs, in Crystal City. He/she supports the Director and Mission Area VP, and interfaces with the Navy and Marine Corps Legislative Team in the following manner:

• Work closely with United States Navy senior staff, OSD, and other government agencies to coordinate and inform on Lockheed Martin acquisition, logistics, and sustainment programs.
• Fully support company legislative efforts for Lockheed Martin programs.
• Assist the Director, Naval and Coast Guard Aviation Programs, in the formulation of strategic priorities for the Naval Aviation portfolio, and in developing and executing the specific plans, goals, objectives and accompanying enabling strategies that support the Annual Strategic Action Plan.

Specific Job Description

This position will report to the Director, Naval and Coast Guard Aviation Programs, in a supporting role for all Naval Aviation programs. Specific duties include:

• Act as a Lockheed Martin Government Affairs (LMGA) representative for all Naval Aviation programs to include capture programs, keep sold programs, and new opportunities.
• Interface with and support Lockheed Martin business area counterparts in Rotary & Mission Systems, Aeronautics, and Missiles & Fire Control.
• Arrange customer meetings and conferences to facilitate business area presentation of product development plans, proposals, reviews, sustainment initiatives and capability improvements.
• Coordinate with the business areas and appropriate corporate/LMGA staff on all customer contacts, briefings and communications directed to LM customers in the Washington, DC area.
• Coordinate with the Director to maximize business opportunities on current Navy programs.
• Assist in efforts to gain/grow business in areas of emerging technologies, such as unmanned systems, hypersonics, and advanced weaponry.
• Coordinate with the F-35C Director, Air Force & JSF programs, to ensure synchronization across the strike fighter portfolio in support of Lockheed Martin Aeronautics.
• Work various sustainment issues as required on Lockheed Martin new or legacy aircraft.
• Participate in business development and aviation activities, as required, to include tradeshows and aviation-affiliated organizations.
• Coordinate with Director, Norfolk LMGA Office, on supporting Norfolk / East Coast Region-based aviation activities, customer meetings, briefings, and communications.
• Maintain familiarity and engage with Naval Aviation leadership in the Norfolk fleet concentration area.
• Travel as necessary to support LM business activities and Norfolk-based aviation engagements

This is an on-site (4 days per week) position located at our Crystal City, Arlington facility. This position is also on a 9/80 schedule, with every other Friday off, as business allows.

What’s In It For You:

From onsite to remote, we offer flexible work schedules to comprehensive benefits investing in your future and security, Learn more about Lockheed Martin’s comprehensive benefits package here.

Lockheed Martin provides the resources and the flexibility to enable inspiration and focus! If you have the passion and courage to dream big, work hard, and have fun doing what you love then we want to build a better tomorrow with you!

Basic Qualifications:

• Extensive experience with U. S. Navy Fleet operations, Navy aircraft logistics, and Navy customers.
• Thorough understanding of Navy requirements process and defense acquisition system.
• Washington DC-based Service Staff, OSD, and/or Joint Staff experience.
• Demonstrated excellent senior-level (Flag/SES/PM/O-6) customer relationship skills.
• Thorough knowledge of Planning Programming Budgeting and Execution (PPBE) process.
• Thorough knowledge of the DoD and Congressional budget processes.

Desired Skills:

• Demonstrated excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Service Legislative Affairs position or Legislative position in the House and/or Senate.
• Strong professional network within the Washington, DC aerospace and defense industry, and Naval Aviation community in the Norfolk fleet concentration area.
• Individual must be a self-starter, a team player, and possess keen analytical skills.

Security Clearance Statement: This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.

Clearance Level: Top 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: 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: CORPORATE HEADQUARTERS

Relocation Available: Possible

Career Area: Business Development

Type: Full-Time

Shift: First

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