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Principal Contract Administrator

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United States , Radford

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90373.00 - 153634.00 USD / Year

Job Description:

BAE Systems is seeking a Principal Contract Administrator to join its organization. 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 Contracts Manager. Interpret and communicate business commitments and alternatives to program team and management. Possess extensive knowledge of government and commercial contracting methods, applicable laws and regulations. You will perform strong communication and relationship management skills to develop and maintain professional and dependable relationships with both internal and external customers.

Job Responsibility:

  • 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/DFAR, export and other government regulations
  • Independently lead and support proposal activities including, but not limited to analysis of solicitations, preparing summaries and developing strategies and recommendations 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, conducting overall business risk analysis and preparing the proposal documents for submittal to the Customer
  • Research and make recommendations on proposal and contract language
  • Lead contract negotiations and collaborate with customers in definitizing and completing the contract under general guidance from the Contracts Manager
  • Advise management of contractual rights and obligations, risk mitigation alternatives and business strategy
  • Perform 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
  • Maintain logs of proposals and other data as required and assist in data collection for monthly/quarterly reporting to Management
  • 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 and other business agreements
  • Participate in the drafting and negotiation of various agreements, and coordinate any legal reviews as appropriate on behalf of the business supported
  • Support Program managers, Program/Operations Management, and Business Area leads and provide contracts advice and counsel to company management at all levels as required
  • Develop specialized contracting knowledge in areas such as International Business, Offset and Teaming Agreements
  • Regularly contribute to the development and implementation of new business methods, processes and contracting concepts in order to achieve business unit and Contracts Department goals and objectives
  • May be required by supervisory personnel to prepare contract summaries to assure proper interpretation of the contracts(s), perform cost or price analysis and resolution of complex business issues on a special assignment basis

Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree and 6+ years of relevant Contract Management experience or education/equivalent experience
  • Knowledge of DoD contracting
  • Knowledge of FAR/DFAR
  • Communicate effectively both orally and in writing
  • Exhibit sound interpersonal skills involving interfacing, coordinating and negotiating with company personnel, customers and suppliers
  • 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
  • Develop/demonstrate research and presentation skills
  • Ability to prioritize and multitask
  • Excellent organizational and follow through skills
  • Detail oriented
  • Cost Type / Cost-Plus Contract experience
  • Firm Fixed Price Contract experience
  • Experience working with a third party customer

Nice to have:

  • Masters Degree in Business Administration
  • NCMA CPCM
What we offer:
  • health, dental, and vision insurance
  • health savings accounts
  • a 401(k) savings plan
  • disability coverage
  • life and accident insurance
  • employee assistance program
  • legal plan
  • discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance
  • paid time off
  • paid holidays
  • paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave
  • company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
March 25, 2026

Employment Type:
Fulltime
Work Type:
On-site work
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