Senior Contracts Administrator

Job Description Dynamic. Mission Critical.

It's time to join a Contracts team that operates in an environment that excites. The Electronic Combat Solutions (ECS) Contracts Organization is seeking a trusted Contracts business partner to join the Advanced Electronic Warfare Systems (AEWS) Product Line to manage customer relationships, create innovative solutions, and provide regulatory knowledge to our customers. The successful candidate will gain experience with development, production, and sustainment initiatives.

This is a varied and complex contracting environment requiring a strong individual contributor to proactively manage contractual scope, customer communication and expectations. This position will be responsible for supporting and ensuring compliance with company policies, legal and customer requirements with guidance or supervision from the Contracts Manager. The successful candidate will need to interpret and communicate business commitments and alternatives to the program team and management. This position requires knowledge of government contracting methods, applicable laws and regulations and the ability to develop and maintain professional and dependable relationships with both internal and external customers, especially in challenging and sometimes demanding situations.

The ECS Organization is committed to employee growth and development, allowing employees to build a long-term career at BAE Systems. In addition to challenging day to day assignments, employees are encouraged to pursue special projects, participate in formal and informal mentoring programs and networking events, and rotate into different roles with increasing levels of responsibility.

Contracts employees are provided opportunities for promotion and relocation to other business units within the U.S. and overseas. BAE Systems also provides employees with opportunities to engage with and positively impact the internal and external community in which we work. With our historic growth and position as one of the world's largest Aerospace, Defense and Security Companies, we look to recruit and retain the best and brightest.

Taking care of the Contracts team by offering daily flextime, every other Friday off, and competitive salary/benefits keeps our team engaged and motivated. We view culture as one of our most critical competitive advantages. Contracts employees come to work every day because of our strong culture and passion for our significant role in the success of the business.

BASIC FUNCTIONS OF THE JOB:

To perform the coordination and management of moderately complex proposals, contracts and purchase orders with guidance from the Contracts Manager. The individual is expected to continue to build the basic knowledge, skills and experience required for effective contract management, including negotiations and regular communication with customers and management. The individual is expected to develop and maintain professional and dependable relationships with both internal and external customers.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Maintain and demonstrate a working understanding of the U.S. government acquisition and procurement environment, the BAE Systems Contracts function and relevant Company policies and procedures, export, FAR/DFARS, and other government regulations. Acquire a general understanding of the different pricing environments relevant in government contracting.

• Leads assigned proposal activities including but not limited to analyzing of the solicitation, preparing summaries based on the analysis, with attention to the financial and business risk of the proposed effort, participating in all proposal team meetings, preparing the terms, conditions and assumptions upon which the proposal may be submitted, reviewing the technical and pricing proposals for accuracy and consistency, and preparing proposal documents and submittal to the customer. Responsibilities also include coordinating with other company functions as required to ensure appropriate reviews are conducted, scheduling required reviews, and obtaining required review and approval signatures prior to submittal of proposals or execution of contractual documents.

• Leads moderately complex and supports complex negotiations. Use appropriate tools and techniques to negotiate with and influence internal and external stakeholders to achieve the optimum business outcome.

• Research and make recommendations on contract language and seek guidance on complex terms and conditions from higher level contract administrators and managers. May negotiate routine or moderately complex contracts under the general guidance of the Contracts Manager.

• Actively participate and contribute to the implementation of new business methods, processes and contracting concepts to optimize the company and customer position.

• Perform all aspects of assigned contract processing including, but not limited to, accuracy of order entry data, contract funding, scope changes, contract amendments, receipts and delivery schedules, legal requirements and other commitments.

• Under the supervision of a contract manager, support the preparation of various agreements encountered in the business, such as non-disclosure agreements (NDA's), teaming agreements, memorandum of understanding/agreements, strategic alliances and others as the opportunity presents.

• Participate in final stages of assigned contracts by (1) verifying completion of all commitments, and (2) performing assigned activities associated with contract closeout.

• Maintain logs of proposals and other data as required and assists in data collection for monthly and quarterly reporting to management.

• Act as the primary point of contact between the company and the customer for all contractual matters on assigned contracts and projects including auxiliary agreements such as proprietary information agreements. Draft, prepare, and execute certain internal and external correspondence on contractual matters with increasing levels of autonomy but under the supervision of a Contracts manager, commensurate with experience and demonstrated competence.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• Bachelor's Degree and 4 years work or equivalent experience.

• Advanced Degree and 2 years of work or equivalent experience will also be considered.

• Ability to work effectively both independently and as a team member

• Makes decisions using sound judgment while complying with policies, procedures, and applicable state and federal laws and regulations

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• DoD Secret Clearance, with last investigation no longer than four (4) years ago

• Ability to be cleared on a Special Access Program (SAP)

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills Experience with:

• Complex Request for Proposals (RFPs) and proposal development

• U.S. Government and/or Prime Contractor Organizations (Classified experience a plus)

• Security Classification Guides and portion marking

• Managing across functions

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $78760 - $133870

Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.

Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being.

Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave.

Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.

About BAE Systems Electronic Systems BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it's what we do at BAE Systems.

Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts - defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team-making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you'll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference.

Electronic Systems (ES) is the global innovator behind BAE Systems' game-changing defense and commercial electronics. Exploiting every electron, we push the limits of what is possible, giving our customers the edge and our employees opportunities to change the world. Our products and capabilities can be found everywhere - from the depths of the ocean to the far reaches of space. At our core are more than 14,000 highly talented Electronic Systems employees with the brightest minds in the industry, we make an impact - for our customers and the communities we serve.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion:

At BAE Systems, we work hard every day to nurture an inclusive culture where employees are valued and feel like they belong. We are conscious of the need for all employees to see themselves reflected at every level of the company and know that in order to unlock the full potential of our workforce, everyone must feel confident being their best, most sincere self and be equipped to thrive.

We provide impactful professional development experiences to our employees and invest in social impact partnerships to uplift communities and drive purposeful change. Here you will find significant opportunities to do meaningful work in an environment intentionally designed to be one where you will learn, grow and belong.