Sr. Principal Contracts Administrator Job at Baesystems (York)

Job Description

BAE Systems is hiring a Contract Administrator to support the Combat Mission Systems (CMS) business in York, PA. This role supports the execution of contract management across the business portfolio. This is a hybrid position where you will work onsite 3 days a week in York, PA. There will be 25-30% of travel required.

Job Responsibility

Lead complex contracting assignments to support the CMS business
Act as a lead in bid/proposal, negotiation, and management of contracts to assure compliance with company policies and procedures
Maintain an in-depth knowledge and working understanding of the U.S. Government Acquisition and Procurement environment, BAE Systems and functional Contracts Department policies and procedures, commercial contracting methods, export FAR/DFARS, and other government regulations
Provide input for the overall objectives and goals for the organization and the Contracts function
Provide market intelligence and development of market strategies for the business organization and the Contracts function
Frequently sets policies and procedures and contribute to the development of new concepts, techniques, and standards
Serve as a member of proposal teams, support independent proposal reviews (Red Teams, Phase Reviews), and participate as an assessor in the Phase Review Process
Provide analysis of solicitations, assure 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
Establish and manage negotiation strategies and financial requirements, conduct negotiation of contracts, and execute proposals and contracts to the threshold delegated
performing business risk assessments and recommend mitigation plans
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
Work with Program personnel and other Company functions as required on tasks which routinely impact quality, timeliness of results, planning, and revenues or budget
Interface regularly providing advice and counsel on contractual and business matters to senior management at the assigned Business Area, Sector, or Company level
Develop and maintain professional and dependable relationships with internal customers, counterparts in customer organizations, and senior level stakeholders
May serve as lead instructor of a training program

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree and 8 years work experience or equivalent experience
Experience in Contract Administration and Negotiation
Experience in Cost type and Fixed Price Contracting environments
Experience in complex contracts and proposal preparation and execution
Experience in Defense, including defense article acquisition and production contracting
Experience in Risk Management, including analysis and mitigation
Functional knowledge of FAR/DFARS regulations
Knowledge of international contracting, specialized contract types, commercial contracting, joint ventures, strategic alliances, intellectual property, etc.
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, solicitations/RFPs, or governmental regulations
Ability to effect and manage change (both organizational and contractual)
Ability to perform in a complex cross-functional business environment
Ability to interact professionally and effectively at all levels of the organization
Excellent writing skills, with the ability to write clear and concise reports, business correspondence, and policies/procedures
Highly developed critical thinking and problem-solving skills with ability to influence and shape favorable business outcomes
Excellent communication and presentation skills
Excellent team building and leadership skills
Strong business acumen

Nice to have

Professional Contract Certification
Experience in Combat Vehicles or Weapon Systems Production Contracting
Expertise in Fixed Price Contracting
Self-motivated
Team-oriented

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

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