McKenzie Malpede, MBA, has extensive experience in subcontract management and procurement within the aerospace industry, having worked at Lockheed Martin since June 2017. In the role of Subcontract Management Senior, McKenzie managed suppliers for several high-value commercial space programs, supporting multiple proposal efforts simultaneously. Previous roles at Lockheed Martin include Procurement Engineer, where McKenzie led a team to create strategic agreements, and Subcontract Administrator, overseeing critical contracts for military training systems. McKenzie's career began with an internship at Mars, where significant process improvements were implemented. McKenzie holds an MBA from Penn State World Campus and a Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering from Penn State University.