International Business Development Senior

Job Description:

Description:The Lockheed Martin International Government Affairs – Middle East, Africa, and Americas staff position will serve as a “voice of the customer” and help drive collaboration between Lockheed Martin’s Business Areas and corporate functions that results in consistent action and messaging. This position directly supports the Director, Lockheed Martin International Government Affairs, Middle East, Africa, and the Americas.

Responsibilities will include:

Facilitate and support Lockheed Martin’s engagement with designated foreign embassies;
Represent Lockheed Martin at a variety of external events;
Generate white papers and presentations to support international customer activities in the US;
Support executive travel into region (e.g., meeting preparation, coordination of strategic messaging, etc.);
Assist with coordination of executive engagement at tradeshows and conferences in region;
Support planning and execution of customer meetings at Lockheed Martin facilities;
Research and maintain international partner/competitor information;
Provide direct support to new business efforts as directed;
Provide coverage for other regions or programs as needed;
Perform other duties as assigned in support of team mission.

This position will be based in the DC area, and the selected candidate will need to be available to work onsite on a regular basis, with a minimum requirement of being present in the office or work location 2-3 days per week.

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:
- Bachelors degree in business, international relations or related field.
- Experience with and keen understanding of strategic issues impacting the Middle East and Africa or the U.S. relationship with allies in the region.
-Demonstrated business acumen and knowledge in political, economic, and international government affairs.
-Experience with and keen understanding of strategic issues impacting the Americas, and the U.S. relationship with allies in the region.
-Experience in presenting complex strategies and information to both peers and sr.-level management.
-US Citizen
Desired Skills:
-Masters degree in business, international relations or related field.
-3-5 years of direct government affairs/international business experience
-Past experience working directly with senior U.S. or foreign officials on regional security, defense or commercial issues.
-Past experience working with an internationally focused business council, think tank, or institute.
-Understanding of regional culture and customer procurement process.
-Past experience working and/or living overseas.
-Excellent writing and verbal communication skills.
-Proficiency in a foreign language (Arabic, Spanish).
Clearance Level: None
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: CORPORATE HEADQUARTERS
Relocation Available: Possible
Career Area: Business Development
Type: Full-Time
Shift: First

-Masters degree in business, international relations or related field.
-3-5 years of direct government affairs/international business experience
-Past experience working directly with senior U.S. or foreign officials on regional security, defense or commercial issues.
-Past experience working with an internationally focused business council, think tank, or institute.
-Understanding of regional culture and customer procurement process.
-Past experience working and/or living overseas.
-Excellent writing and verbal communication skills.
-Proficiency in a foreign language (Arabic, Spanish).

Job Ident #: 81187170096

Company Details

Lockheed Martin

6801 Rockledge Dr
Bethesda, Maryland 20817 USA
www.lockheedmartinjobs.com/

Lockheed Martin Corporation is an American global aerospace, defense, security and advanced technologies company with worldwide interests. It was formed by the merger of Lockheed Corporation with Martin Marietta in March 1995. It is headquartered in North...

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Location

Arlington, Virginia, United States

Type

Internship

Company Details

Lockheed Martin

6801 Rockledge Dr
Bethesda, Maryland 20817 USA
www.lockheedmartinjobs.com/