Sr. Contract Administrator

BAE Systems • Manassas, VA

2d • $82,779 - $140,723

About The Position

Join one of BAE Systems premier Business Areas, Command, Control, Communications, Computers, Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (C4ISR) where the limits of technology are pushed to the extreme and refined for commercial and governmental purposes. The Space Systems product line is looking for experienced contracts talent to support commercial, government, unclassified and classified programs in Manassas VA inclusive of domestic and international opportunities. Work life balance and safety is paramount to our leadership and when you join our team flexibility is offered even while supporting some classified programs. The catalog of programs out of Manassas VA support the development and sale of radiation hardened single-board computers that operate mission profiles for our customers in orbit around Earth and beyond. With over 15,000 mission-hours logged; BAE Systems is an industry leader in space computer operations.

The Contracts organization is the trusted business partner managing customer relationships, negotiating deals, creating innovative solutions, and providing regulatory knowledge to our internal and external customers. We are committed to employee growth and development, allowing employees to build a long term career at BAE Systems. In addition to complex, yet meaningful, 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 Company’s, we look to recruit and retain the best and brightest. We take care of the Contracts team by offering daily flextime, every other Friday off, work from home options, relocation assistance if required, and competitive salary/benefits. Contracts is a highly engaged and motivated team of professionals who strive to protect BAE Systems’ business interests.

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.

Our Cultural Principles are:
Engage everyone with respect and good will
Stay calm independent of circumstances
Be humble and work collaboratively
Feel empowered to do the right thing
Listen, be Curious, and allow differences to influence our decisions

Requirements

• We are looking for someone with a Bachelor's Degree and 4+ years of related contracts experience or equivalent experience in DoD contracting.
• The successful candidate must have an existing Secret Clearance and be capable of upgrading to Top Secret level.
• We are looking for candidates that are strong team players who enjoy working with program management and other functional disciplines in a supportive and complementary manner. Excellent verbal and written communication skills are essential for this position as well has having the ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• The successful candidate must also have experience with proposal activities and managing elements thereof.

Nice To Haves

• JD or MBA degree in Business or related field.
• Experience with Government FAR based and Commercial contracts
• The preferred candidate must have an active Top Secret Clearance and be capable completing an SCI/Poly for special program access.

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, commercial contracting methods, export, FAR/DFAR, 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 simple and supports moderately complex to 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 contracts independently and 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.
• Compile and maintain all required contractual records and documents in accordance with contract requirements and company policies and procedures. Serve as the custodian for all contractual documentation and correspondence relative to assigned contracts.
• 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.
• Performs other duties as required.

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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level