Principal Contract Administrator - Paladin Capture

Principal Contract Administrator

BAE Systems is seeking a Principal Contract Administrator to join its organization. Join the dynamic BAE Systems Combat Missions Systems (CMS) Contracts team and be part of a world-class contracting team to support the Paladin Program, the primary indirect fire support system for the Armored Brigade Combat Team (ABCT). This multi-billion dollar program is a vital technology enhancement program to maintain the combat capability of the Armys ABCT. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing and leading a diverse cross-functional team through strategic Paladin pursuits and captures. The position will require the ability to strategically plan, negotiate, execute proposals.

Responsibilities :

• Lead, and develop a team of contracts professionals and implement strategies to advance critical business objectives.
• Provide guidance to develop overarching negotiation strategies and objectives, and takes action necessary to resolve any impasses between BAE Systems and its customers.
• Develop solutions to complex contracting and business issues, which require the regular use of ingenuity and innovation. Ensure solutions are consistent with organization strategic and operational objectives.
• Provide expertise, guidance, training, and leadership to support cross-functional business team members. Lead discussions and / or briefings with various leadership and other key personnel, participate in complex negotiations, and develop contract management strategies to mitigate risk. Ensure efficient and effective flow of information among Contracting team, leadership team, cross-functional teams, and / or customer(s) as needed.
• Provide direction to team members to address and influence major contractual and business issues encountered in the proposal and execution of contracts of all types and complexity.
• Train, motivate and assist cross-functional team members to practice effective scope control strategies to enable early identification of constructive changes that may provide BAE Systems opportunities for equitable adjustments.
• Interface with key government contracting and procurement officials as required and / or needed.
• Oversee the recruitment, retention, training and development of a highly skilled contracts workforce made up of knowledgeable business professionals and support staff. Proactively manage future career growth opportunities and succession planning, and maintain a highly talented and motivated contracts workforce.
• Undertake special assignments as required and perform others duties as assigned.
• Maintain a safe work environment and ensure compliance with safety objectives and policies.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills :

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills :

Pay Information :

Full-Time Salary Range : $99410 - $168997

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.

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