Contract Admin Sr

BAE Systems • Merrimack, NH

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

Join a dynamic Contracts team as a Senior Contract Administrator within the ES CEMA Integrated System Solutions product area that supports the delivery of mission critical capabilities across a diverse portfolio of government, commercial and international customers. In this role, you will work with customers to shape and close business opportunities aligned with internal objectives. Work products and interactions will be at multiple levels, from your program office team to executive leadership. The Contracts organization is the trusted business partner managing customer relationships, negotiating deals, creating innovative solutions, and providing regulatory knowledge to our 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. BAE Systems also provides employees with opportunities to engage with and positively impact the internal and external community in which we work.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree and 4 years of experience or 6 years of experience in lieu of degree.
• Each higher-level degree, i.e., Master’s Degree or Ph.D., may substitute for two years of experience.
• Degree must be from a university, college, or school which is accredited by an agency recognized by the US Secretary of Education, US Department of Education.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and manage moderately complex proposals, contracts and purchase orders involving limited financial considerations or technical significance.
• Apply and expand on knowledge, skills and experience required for effective contract administration, including negotiations and regular communication with customers and management.
• Develop and maintain professional and dependable relationships with both internal and external customers.
• Maintain and demonstrate a working understanding of the USG acquisition and procurement environment, contracts function, adherence to company policies, commercial contracting methods, export regulations, FAR/DFAR, and other requirements.
• General understanding of pricing environment in government contracting.
• Support and lead assigned proposals and analyze solicitations, prepare summaries with attention to financial and business risk, participate in proposal team meetings, prepare terms, conditions and assumptions, review technical and pricing bids for accuracy and consistency.
• Prepare proposal documents for submittal to customers.
• Coordinate with other company functions to ensure reviews are scheduled and conducted.
• Obtain required signatures prior to submittal of proposals or execution of contractual documents.
• Research and make recommendations on contract language.
• Perform and monitor all aspects of assigned contracts including accuracy of order entry data, contract funding, scope changes, amendments, account receivables, delivery schedules, legal matters, etc.
• Maintain log of proposals and collect other data for reporting to management.
• Compile and maintain all required contractual records and documents per contract and company requirements.
• Act as the official repository for all contractual documents.
• Provide contract negotiation and administration on the complex and/or critical programs encompassing all phases of the contract life cycle (pre-proposal - contract close out).
• Primary point of contact between the company and customer for contractual matters.
• Draft, prepare, and execute certain internal and external correspondence on contractual matters with increasing levels of autonomy.

Benefits

• 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 leave
• military leave
• bereavement leave
• any applicable federal and state sick leave
• company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards

What This Job Offers

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