Training, Logistics & Simulation General Attorney

Description:At Lockheed Martin, we are passionate about innovation and integrity. We believe that by applying the highest standards of business ethics and forward-thinking, everything is within our capacity – and yours as a Lockheed Martin employee. Lockheed Martin values your skills, training, education, and background.

Do you want to be part of an environment that encourages and supports employees to think big, perform with quality and build incredible products? We provide the resources, encouragement, and focus - if you have the resourcefulness and courage to work hard, then we want to build a better tomorrow with you. Come and experience your future!

This position will have primary legal responsibility as an attorney for one or more market segments within Rotary and Mission Systems. The successful candidate will have experience working with various domestic and international government agencies, the Department of Defense, and the U.S. Department of Justice. The successful candidate must have extensive knowledge of the federal acquisition process as well as international contracting and intellectual property issues. The successful candidate must be a motivated self-starter who can both energize and collaborate with the team as well as work independently to take responsibility for legal projects. The successful candidate must be able to demonstrate a proven ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage a high volume of work. Outstanding written and verbal communication skills are essential.

This position will provide a wide range of legal support including advising key business leaders, program managers, contracting, subcontracting (sourcing), engineering and other program personnel on all aspects necessary to successfully win new business and execute/perform existing domestic/international programs. The successful candidate will work with program personnel to draft and negotiate prime and subcontract terms and conditions, teaming agreements, non-disclosure agreements, and a variety of other contractual instruments in support of program efforts. The successful candidate will be responsible for the protection of data rights and drafting of provisions in teaming and other business agreements. The position may also require conducting investigations and interviews to support litigation or internal investigations. The successful candidate will have general working knowledge of AI legal tools as well as familiarity around legal issues associated with AI in defense applications. Some international travel also may be required. Undergraduate and law school, JD or LLB, degrees required. Must be admitted to practice law in at least one state in United States.
Basic Qualifications:
JD degree from an accredited law school.

Admitted in good standing to a state bar as a practicing attorney.

Minimum 7 years of experience as an attorney in a law firm, in-house counsel or government agency.

Experience counseling and providing advice to clients.

Strong background in U.S. Government contract law and the Federal Acquisition Regulations and strong working knowledge of international and commercial contracting regimes.

Experience with intellectual property licensing and software agreements.

Demonstrated ability to operate independently and lead legal initiatives without close supervision.

Track record of taking primary ownership of complex, high impact legal projects.

Skilled at energizing and partnering with cross functional teams (e.g., program management, finance, engineering).

Ability to translate sophisticated legal concepts into clear, persuasive written and verbal communications skills.

Thrives under tight deadlines and high volume workloads.

Self-starter mentality with strong organizational and time management skills.

Exceptional written drafting ability (contracts, opinions, memoranda).

Excellent oral presentation and negotiation skills; capable of influencing senior leadership and external stakeholders.
Desired Skills:
Ability to navigate a broad spectrum of legal issues—contract formation, compliance, liability allocation, and termination—efficiently and to translate complex fact patterns into clear, actionable legal guidance.

Proven proficiency with AI enabled contract analysis platforms, predictive analytics tools, and automated risk assessment dashboards.

Skilled in leveraging these technologies to accelerate risk identification, enhance the accuracy of legal opinions, and improve the overall speed and quality of decision making.

Track record of managing large, concurrent caseloads while maintaining meticulous attention to detail and meeting strict deadlines.

Demonstrated organizational discipline and the capacity to prioritize competing demands without sacrificing analytical rigor.

Strong interpersonal skills that foster trusted relationships with business units, functional teams, and senior leadership.

Ability to act as a legal partner, providing counsel that aligns with business objectives while safeguarding legal risk.

Familiarity with contemporary regulatory frameworks such as export controls, cybersecurity standards, data privacy statutes, and intellectual property considerations in international contracts.

Capability to design and deliver concise, targeted legal training to non-legal audiences, enhancing organizational compliance and risk awareness.

Superior written and oral communication skills, enabling the clear articulation of sophisticated legal concepts to company stakeholders.
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: 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 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: RMS
Relocation Available: Possible
Career Area: Legal
Type: Full-Time
Shift: First