Job Description

Business Development
Ottawa, ON
17924BR

About the role

Strategic Analyst - Government Relations and Global Business Development

The Lockheed Martin Global Business Development team is looking for a strategic thinker who appreciates a dynamic environment and is willing to learn. As a Strategic Analyst you will play a multi-faceted supporting role on our team. You will support the planning, coordination and administration of new business strategy initiatives in Canada. You will also inform the design and implementation of government relations strategies to shape public policy and political decisions in the Government of Canada. In this role, you will be connecting internally across Lockheed Martin business areas and externally with various customer, government, and business organizations in the defence sector. You will deliver informed public policy, government relations and business analysis advice to leaders to advance corporate priorities in Canada. You will work from our downtown Ottawa office to provide support to both the Chief of Staff for Global Business Development Canada and Latin America and the Head of Government Relations for Canada to support growth of Lockheed Martin in these areas.


Reporting directly to the Chief of Staff you may be responsible for:Strategic Analysis and Planning + Defense Industry Analysis - Produce trend analyses, primary/secondary market studies, and other reports that inform strategy and marketing
+ Public Policy and Political Analysis - Produce background papers, briefings, and visualisations that capture how Canadian policy shifts affect the business.
+ Strategic Opportunity Analysis - Continuously scan markets and the defence sector to flag emerging threats, trends, and opportunities, then translate these insights into products to enable internal communication.
+ Support the rollout of integrated plans, set metrics, and ensure corporate?level alignment.
Government Relations Support including: + Customer mapping - Build, monitor and update customer stakeholder maps
+ Coordinating all engagements with government stakeholders as requested by the Head of Government Relations to include scheduling briefings, visits, and advocacy initiatives
+ Monitor the legislative pipeline and advise leadership.
+ Support government relations campaigns by engaging with industry associations to shape advocacy
+ Provide Support for Government Visits - Develop agendas, brief coordinators, and deliver impact analysis for visits with elected officials and senior regulators.
Executive and Stakeholder Communication + Prepare, review, and deliver high?quality briefing and executive?level materials, including preparation materials ahead of senior government engagements, (VP presentations, leadership meetings, etc.) with data analysis, visualizations, and actionable insights.
Project Management and Workflow Support + Build stakeholder maps, workflow charts, and dashboards to help define scope, milestones, budgets, and issue?resolution mechanisms to keep projects on track.
Ad?hoc Analysis and Issue Resolution + Conduct focused, on?call analyses to investigate operational challenges and implement approved enhancements.
Collaboration and Confidentiality + At all times maintain strict information?security protocols while working cross?functionally to achieve team and corporate goals.

What you bring to the role

Bachelor's Degree in appropriate field of study and at least three years of relevant experience in government or private sector organization with government relations or marketing focus. Experience must demonstrate an ability to: + exercise sound judgment, prioritize tasks, and seek guidance when needed while working independently
+ navigate ambiguity with resourcefulness and a detail?oriented, analytical, and inquisitive approach to both qualitative and quantitative data assessment.
+ collaborate effectively, securing stakeholder support for project implementation.
+ plan and organize efficiently, managing multiple tasks and meeting tight deadlines.
+ adapt quickly to new environments and changing priorities while sustaining high performance.
+ work autonomously yet harmonize with teams to achieve shared objectives.
Demonstrate effectiveness across diverse work environments (in office, on site, virtual), with flexible availability for overtime, and on demand travel.

Additional skills desired for the role

Proficiency in public policy research and analysis Prior experience supporting federal government policy issues (particularly in defence and security). An understanding and appreciation for defence and aerospace customers and their missions Master's Degree in Public Policy, Public Administration, Business Administration, International Relations or similar discipline is considered an asset Knowledge and interest in Canadian politics and engagement in Canadian politics is an asset Experience demonstrating an ability to: + influence strategic planning and drive change in a structured, hierarchical yet evolving organization.
+ craft executive?level presentations from complex information--storyboarding, writing, and designing impactful decks
+ maintain exceptional written communication skills for reports, briefs, and formal correspondence.
+ demonstrate strong time management and meticulous organizational habits.
+ Experience with supporting senior executives

What we offer you

We walk our talk when it comes to work/life balance! Your physical, mental and financial wellbeing matters to us. On top of working in a highly supportive, friendly, respectful environment, this is what you can expect when you join our team as a Regular Full-Time employee:

Flexible, compressed work schedules, depending on business requirements, where you have the option of Fridays off, as well as the possibility to work remote part-time Competitive compensation Time to recharge with vacation, personal days, holidays, and parental leaves Comprehensive Family Medical, Dental and Vision coverage available on your first day of employment, along with: + Virtual Health Care (24/7 access to medical professionals)
+ A Wellness Spending Account to aid in your wellness journey
+ Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP) which includes free face to face counselling sessions
+ Medical Travel Insurance
+ Onsite fitness facilities at our main office locations
A Registered Retirement Savings Plan that includes matching company contributions on your first day of employment, that also includes access to Financial Advisors providing investment advice and comprehensive financial planning Employee discounts to save on goods, services and various recreational activities Access to a robust spectrum of development resources to enhance your skills and/or advance your career including: + Free learning resources through a modern and engaging platform
+ Education Assistance Program
+ Reimbursement for a professional membership
+ Self-directed Mentoring

About us

Headquartered in Ottawa, Lockheed Martin Canada is the Canadian unit of Lockheed Martin Corporation, a global defense technology company driving innovation and advancing scientific discovery. Our all-domain mission solutions and 21st Century Security vision accelerate the delivery of transformative technologies to ensure those we serve always stay ahead of ready. We operate major facilities in Ottawa, Montreal, Halifax, Calgary and Victoria and work on a wide range of programs from advanced naval technology products, aircraft sustainment, and unmanned systems software. This position is part of the corporate enterprise operations team supporting all Lockheed Martin business areas and interests across Canada.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Lockheed Martin is committed to upholding principles of equal opportunity, fostering a work environment that is aligned with our core values of integrity, respect, and exceptional performance. We recognize the importance of leveraging the unique talents and experiences of all our employees to drive innovation, deliver superior solutions, and maximize value for our customers. Our focus is on identifying the most qualified candidate for each role, regardless of their background. If you are interested in a position, we invite you to share how your skills and perspectives could bolster our team and encourage you to apply, even if you feel your qualifications do not fully meet all the job criteria outlined in our advertisement. Furthermore, Lockheed Martin is dedicated to ensuring our recruitment process is inclusive for all individuals. We are prepared to accommodate reasonable adjustments for applicants as needed.

Employee Type

Full Time

Vacancy Type

Permanent

Security requirement for this role

Controlled Goods Program

Clearance required for role

Nato Secret