Principal Contracts Administrator

Job Description

At BAE Systems, we serve, supply, protect, and innovate for those who protect us. Do you want to help us fulfill this mission? Keep reading.

As part of the BAE Systems Combat Mission Systems Contracts team, you will work with experts in their respective fields to help support our service men and women by providing world class services and products that drive innovation. Whether it is a proposal or a long-running core contract, you will be a key part of an innovative and unique problem-solving team.

We are currently looking for a sharp, driven, and dynamic Principal Contracts Administrator to support and contribute to the success of a significant portfolio of contracts centered on developing tomorrow's solutions. This position will support the full range of contracting activities, from pre-proposal through contract closeout. These contracts are essential to the United States military, industry collaborators, and contemporary world events. You will work with other exceptional professionals across many functions and business areas like program management, finance, and engineering. Here, we value our workforce, and that means providing our employees with competitive salary and benefit packages, flexible schedule, and plenty of resources and opportunities for career growth. Enjoy being a part of a team that is both demanding and supportive of you, united by a passion of designing, delivering, and supporting worldwide industry-leading products.

As a Principal Contracts Administrator, you will:

• Lead, the proposal, negotiation, and management of complex proposal and contract activities in accordance with company policies, legal and customer requirements, with limited guidance or supervision from the Director.
• Interpret and communicate business commitments and alternatives to program team and management during contract execution. Serve as a business advisor not bound solely by your functional role on the team.
• Act as a subject matter expert with an extensive knowledge of government and commercial contracting methods, applicable laws, and regulations.
• Develop and maintain professional and dependable relationships with both internal and external customers.
• Maintain, and continue to develop an in-depth knowledge and working understanding of the US Government Acquisition and Procurement environment, the BAE Systems Contracts function, and relevant company policies and procedures, commercial contracting methods, FAR/DFARS, export and other government regulations.
• Independently lead and support proposal activities including, but not limited to, analysis of solicitations/RFPs, preparing summaries and developing strategies and recommendations based on the analysis.
• Be mindful and attentive to the financial and business risks of the proposed effort and participate in all proposal team meetings.
• Prepare the terms, conditions, and assumptions upon which the proposal may be submitted, review the technical and pricing proposals for accuracy and consistency, conduct overall business risk analysis, and prepare the proposal documents for submittal to the customer.
• Provide analysis of solicitations, ensure that bid/proposals are prepared and presented in a manner to afford the company the greatest opportunity to obtain the contract award while minimizing associated liabilities and risk.
• Support independent proposal reviews (Red Teams, Phase Reviews). Possibly participate as an assessor in the Phase Review Process.
• Establish and manage negotiation strategies and financial requirements.
• Perform business risk assessment and recommend mitigation plans.
• Conduct negotiation of contracts or contract modifications. requiring a high degree of negotiation expertise; execute proposals and contracts to the threshold delegated.
• Execute proposals and contracts in accordance with delegated authority.
• Provide input for budgets.
• Perform all aspects of assigned contract administration and execution management including, but not limited to, accuracy of order entry data, contract funding, scope changes, contract amendments, non-conformances, receipts and delivery schedules, legal requirements, ancillary documents, and other commitments.
• Compile and maintain all required contractual records and documents in accordance with contract requirements and company policies and procedures.
• Mentor junior contracts professionals.
• This is a Hybrid position where you will be in the office 3 days per week.
• This position is on a 9/80 schedule, where you will have every other Friday off.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• Bachelor's degree and 6 years of relevant Contract Management experience or equivalent experience.
• Knowledge of DoD contracting, including system development, production, and support services, and OTA agreements, as well as being well versed in contract types (e.g., FFP, CPFF) and appropriate application of each.
• Proficient knowledge of FAR/DFARS
• Communicate clearly, effectively, and proactively, both orally and in writing.
• Exhibit sound interpersonal skills involving interfacing, coordinating and negotiating with company personnel and customers at all levels;
• Utilize computer skills to prepare appropriate reports and documents- Microsoft Office
• Make decisions using sound judgement while complying with policies, procedures, appropriate principles and applicable state and federal laws and regulations.
• Demonstrate research, analysis, and presentation skills to senior leadership.
• Ability to inform, influence, and advise product team and senior corporate management.
• Knowledge of project-based financial measures: Sales, Cash Flow, Profit, Estimate To Complete, etc.
• Excellent organizational and follow through skills.
• Detail oriented.
• Prime Contract experience.
• Mentoring and training junior staff members.

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• 7 or more years of related experience
• CFCM or CPCM certification from NCMA.
• JD and/or MBA degree.
• Demonstrate specialized knowledge in an area of contracting such as, but not limited to certain contract types, commercial contracting, joint ventures, strategic alliances and intellectual property.
• Significant ability to inform, influence, and advise senior corporate management.

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $96470 - $164010

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 Platforms & Services

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.

The Platforms & Services (P&S) sector under BAE Systems, Inc does the big stuff: the armored combat vehicles, naval guns, missile launchers, and naval ship repair…just to name a few. Our employees take pride in the work they do and why they do it. They are on the front lines every day, building our products to protect the lives of those who serve. We may be biased, but we think P&S does some of the coolest work around, and we think you will too.

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.