Sr Contracts Administrator (Classified Programs)

Contracts Professional

Join a dynamic Contracts team that supports the delivery of mission critical capabilities across a diverse portfolio of government, commercial and international end customers. We are 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.

The Small Form Factor Solutions (SFFS) Product Line in the Electronic Combat Systems (ECS) Business Area is looking for a motivated Contracts Professional to support multiple classified programs. The successful candidate should have experience with production and development programs, direct USG and commercial contracts, proposals including Engineering Change Proposals (ECPs), program pursuits, as well as a strong business acumen of strategic customer relationship interfacing, planning and financial compliance.

This position will be responsible for ensuring compliance with company policies, legal and customer requirements with limited guidance or supervision of the Contracts Manager. The successful candidate will need to interpret and communicate business commitments and alternatives to the Program Team and Product Line Leadership team, the Contracts Management organization, and Executive Leadership. This position requires knowledge of U.S. Government acquisition and execution environment, applicable laws and regulations and the ability to develop and maintain professional and dependable relationships with both internal and external customers.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities :

• Demonstrate specialized knowledge in an area of contracting such as, but not limited to government contacting, contract types, commercial contracting, proposal compliance and intellectual property.
• Maintain 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.
• Lead proposal teams. Provide analysis of solicitations, assure that bid / proposals are prepared and presented in a manner so as to afford the Company the greatest opportunity to obtain the contract award while minimizing associated liabilities and risk, support independent proposal reviews.
• Capable of establishing and managing negotiation strategies, and financial requirements, conduct negotiation of contracts requiring a high degree of negotiation expertise, execute proposals and contracts to the threshold delegated.
• Experience in drafting and negotiating complex contracting arrangements.
• Administer all aspects of assigned contract or purchase order 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.
• Lead or support fact-finding and other audit activities.
• Participate in final stages of assigned contract by (1) verifying completion of all commitments, and (2) performing assigned activities associated with contract closeout.
• Compile and maintain all required contractual records and documents in accordance with contract requirements and Company policies and procedures.
• 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.
• Prepare contract summaries, and provide management with complete, current and accurate data by reporting progress on contract activity, together with recommendations for management action / decision.
• Foster and maintain sound and reliable relationships with counterparts in customer organizations.
• Develop solutions to complex contracting issues, which require the regular use of ingenuity and innovation. Ensure solutions are consistent with organizational objectives.

Because of the need for consistent, in-person collaboration and / or the requirement to perform all work onsite due to the nature of this particular role, it will be performed full-time on site. This means work will be conducted on location at a BAE Systems facility 100% of the time.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills :

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills :

Pay Information :

Full-Time Salary Range : $78760 - $133870

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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