Lockheed Martin
Subcontract Administrator
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Subcontract Administrator – Lockheed Martin Space
Location: Havant, Hampshire, UK Salary: £49,000–£61,000 + Competitive Benefits + Bonus Contract: 37.5 hours per week (4-day working week option available)
About Lockheed Martin
At Lockheed Martin, we unite teams of passionate innovators to tackle the world’s most complex challenges. Our work keeps people safe and solves critical problems. With a culture that prioritises our people, we offer:
- Career development opportunities to drive growth and flexibility
- Competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and work-life balance
- A commitment to fostering innovation, integrity, and corporate responsibility
Lockheed Martin Space is expanding the UK’s space capabilities by:
- Constructing sophisticated satellites for diverse missions
- Delivering satellite operations and command software
- Leading advancements in AI and space exploration
- Strengthening strategic partnerships with UK universities
The UK’s space domain is evolving rapidly, and we’re actively shaping its future, ensuring security and national prosperity.
The Role
You’ll be a key part of Lockheed Martin’s Supply Chain Management Team (SMT), reporting to the Supply Chain Lead for LMUK Space.
Core Responsibilities
- Serve as the primary interface with third-party suppliers for capture opportunities and ongoing programmes
- Oversee complex satellite programmes, ensuring adherence to all aspects of contractual obligations:
- Commercial, cost, technical, schedule, and quality metrics
- Collaborate with programme management, customers, and vendors to develop integrated supply chain solutions
- Drive successful project delivery by leveraging domain expertise and problem-solving capabilities
- Engage with project management offices (PMO) and maintain direct interactions with external suppliers
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Key Scope
- Develop next-generation secure military communication satellites for the UK Ministry of Defence (MoD)
- Ensure resilient, high-performance connectivity for UK defence operations globally
- Support £100+ million North East space sector investment, including manufacturing in County Durham
- Work alongside NESST (North East Space Skills & Technology Centre), nurturing talent and fostering innovation
- Deliver tangible national and regional impact through world-class technical projects
Requirements
Technical & Experience
- Expertise in procurement, commercial acumen, financial control, and cost analysis
- Proven record of delivering on multi-functional, multi-layered space, defence, or high-complexity programmes
- Experience with UK MoD programmes and similar military/defence contracts
- Ability to operate under pressure in fast-paced, dynamic environments
- Self-motivated with analytical and problem-solving skills
- Confidence in working independently and collaboratively as part of cross-functional teams
- Familiarity with supply chain procedures and supplier relationship management
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Security Clearance & Flexibility
- UK Citizenship required
- SC Security Clearance or eligibility to achieve it
- Willingness to travel as needed for work commitments (UK and abroad)
Qualification & Experience (LMPeople Criteria)
- Minimum:
- Bachelor’s degree in a related field from an accredited institution + 6 years of professional experience
- Accelerated Path:
- Bachelor’s degree + 4 years of experience with a master’s degree
- Career/journey-level position, open to applicants with equivalent qualifications, transferable skills, or degree-exempt role experience
Our Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion
Lockheed Martin prides itself on:
- An egalitarian recruitment process, valuing diverse backgrounds and experiences
- Reasonable adjustments for applicants throughout the application and interview process
- Ongoing focus on talent pipeline building, particularly in emerging sectors like aerospace and defence
Need help? Contact recruitment@global.lmco.com | 02392 415270
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