Trade Show Manager (Space)

Job ID: 653690BR Date posted: Nov. 29, 2023
Description:The coolest jobs on this planet… or any other… are with Lockheed Martin Space

At the dawn of a new space age, Lockheed Martin is a pioneer, partner, innovator and builder. Our amazing people are on a mission to make a difference in the world and every day we use our unique skills and experiences to create, design and build solutions to some of the worlds’ hardest engineering problems. Our culture encourages employees to dream big, perform with excellence and create incredible products. We provide the resources, inspiration and focus and if you have the passion and courage to dream big, we want to build a better tomorrow with you.

Going to space is just the beginning. It’s what you do when you get there that matters. Lockheed Martin builds the satellites and spacecraft that do amazing things in space for government and commercial customers. Connecting people. Advancing discovery. And protecting what matters most. Lockheed Martin-built satellites give earlier warning of severe weather, connect troops on the battlefield, and deliver GPS directions to a billion people worldwide.

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Reporting to the Senior Manager of Protocol & Events for Lockheed Martin Space, this position will oversee the strategic planning, development and execution of trade shows and events designed to promote and enhance customer relationships. This individual will lead a team of trade show and events professionals who manage a dynamic portfolio of highly visible, highly complex events across the globe to promote a one-company presence at trade shows. This individual and their team will develop critical relationships with internal and external stakeholders to ensure the successful execution of trade shows and events, working to maximize impact within the assigned budget.

The Trade Show Manager will be responsible for ensuring trade shows and events are executed on time and on budget and strategically aligned to business objectives. The ideal candidate will stay aligned to business priorities and industry developments and bring a data-driven and innovative approach to the team, ensuring efficiency and effectiveness of efforts. In addition, the manager will have a solid understanding of trade show and event management, budget management and industry-leading trends. The ideal candidate is a proven leader who has experience managing and working on a high-performing team.
Key Responsibilities:

• Manage trade show and events operations for Space including scheduling, budgeting and staffing
• Provide vision, leadership and direction for direct reports to ensure all trade shows and events are executed on time and within budget
• Ability to build both strategic and tactical plans that drive perceptions and deliver key messages
• Partner with Brand Communications and Visual Communications to ensure all deliverables meet the trade show branding standards and promote a coordinated Space and OneLM story when applicable
• Collaborate and foster trusted relationships with Strategy and Business Development leaders across Space to ensure trade shows are aligned to business priorities
• Drive customer engagement through impactful exhibits and associated events
• Lead team members in the execution of exhibit booths, including: ensuring all accompanying graphics, models, multimedia displays and technology demonstrations are coordinated with internal stakeholders and external vendors; working with show organizers, vendors and contractors for planning and execution; coordinating exhibit presence and negotiate pricing, packages and on-site activities
• Develop and maintain other business relationships with key stakeholders, including Security, Facilities, Finance and external vendors
• Lead and/or provide guidance to senior leadership on trade shows and other special events
• Train and develop high-performing trade show and events talent
• Up to 20% travel, both domestic and international
Basic Qualifications:
• Bachelors degree from an accredited college in a related discipline, or equivalent experience/combined education; or Masters degree equivalent experience/combined education
• Proven team leadership experience
• Familiarity with the trade show industry
• Events producer with broad range of experience in a variety of trade show, events, and protocol disciplines
• Proven project manager with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Motivated self-starter who performs without appreciable direction and works effectively under competing priorities and tight deadlines
Desired Skills:
• Quick study with an attention to detail and a sense of urgency
• Strong work ethic and positive attitude
• Exceptional writing, editing and oral communications skills with the ability to convey highly complex information in clear, compelling ways
• A track record of collaborating with a number of diverse stakeholders
• Dependable self-starter who drives accuracy and quality of work within the trade show team
• Ability to multitask, adapt and work well in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
• Ability to deal with ambiguity and work well under pressure with stakeholders at all levels
• Strategic mindset with experience delivering business results
• Experience with inventory management processes and systems
• Knowledge of Lockheed Martin's business or experience in the aerospace industry

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Benefits of Employment:

Our employees play an active role in strengthening the quality of life where we live and work by volunteering more than 850,000 hours annually.

Learn more about Lockheed Martin’s competitive and comprehensive benefits package here.

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To promote the sharing of ideas, Lockheed Martin champions an inclusive work environment that urges differences and big-picture thinking.

We are creating a better today and tomorrow by seamlessly aligning diversity and inclusion efforts with Lockheed Martin’s values and business strategy. We offer business resource groups such as African American Council for Excellence (AACE), The Women’s Impact Network (WIN), Hispanic Organization for Leadership & Awareness (HOLA), Military/Veterans Network, PRIDE LGBT Professional Network, and more. We are also committed to enabling transitioning veterans to connect with their communities and find new purpose as they reintegrate into civilian life. By clicking on the links, you can find out more on how we proudly support Global Diversity and Hiring Our Heroes

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At Space we value your skills, training, and education. We believe that by applying the highest standards of business ethics and visionary thinking, everything is within our reach – and yours as a Lockheed Martin Space employee… join us to experience your future!
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
Pay Rate:
The annual base salary range for this position in California and New York (excluding most major metropolitan areas), Colorado, or Washington is $96,700 - $185,300. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market and business considerations when extending an offer.
Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays.
(Washington state applicants only) Non-represented full time employees: accrue 10 hours per month of Paid Time Off (PTO); receive 40 hours of Granted PTO annually for incidental absences; receive at least 90 hours for holidays. Represented full time employees accrue 6.67 hours of PTO per month; accrue up to 52 hours of sick leave annually; receive at least 96 hours for holidays. PTO is prorated based on hours worked and start date during the calendar year.
This position is incentive plan eligible.
Lockheed Martin is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.
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: SPACE
Relocation Available: Possible
Career Area: Public Relations
Type: Full-Time
Shift: First