Contract Administrator - Hybrid

BAE Systems • Village of Endicott, NY

104d • $60,076 - $102,130

About The Position

See what you’re missing. Our employees work on the world’s most advanced electronics – from detecting threats for F-35 pilots to illuminating the night for soldiers. Spanning air, land, sea, and space, we are developing the technology of tomorrow, delivered today. Drawing strength from our differences, we’re innovating for the future. And you can, too. Our flexible work environment provides you a chance to change the world without giving up your personal life. We put our customers first – exemplified by our mission: “We Protect Those Who Protect Us®.” Sound like a team you want to be a part of? Come build your career with BAE Systems. In Controls & Avionics Solutions (CAS), you will have the opportunity to help define and develop the next generation of avionics for both commercial and military platforms – whether it is fly-by-wire flight controls, full authority digital engine controls, or power management.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree
• 2 or more years of directly related experience
• Exercise discretion and independent judgment in the performance of duties.
• Communicates effectively both orally and in writing.
• Exhibits sound interpersonal skills involving interfacing, coordinating and negotiating with company personnel, customers and suppliers.
• Experience using computer skills to prepare appropriate reports, briefings, presentations, letters and documents.
• Makes informed decisions using sound judgment while complying with policies, procedures, appropriate principles and applicable state and federal laws and regulations.
• Develops and demonstrates research and presentation skills.
• FAR/DFARS knowledge.
• Eligible for or holds a US DoD SECRET level clearance or higher.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree in Business or related field; Master’s degree is a plus.
• Experience with government contracting, commercial contracting, intellectual property and international business.
• National Contract Management Association (NCMA) membership and Certified Federal Contracts Manager (CFCM) certifications are a plus.
• Holds a current US DoD SECRET level clearance or higher.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and demonstrate a working understanding of the U.S. government acquisition and procurement environment, the BAE Systems Contracts function, relevant Company policies and procedures, commercial contracting methods, export, FAR/DFARS, and other government regulations.
• Participate and lead proposal team meetings, preparing the terms, conditions and bid assumptions upon which the proposal may be submitted.
• Review the technical and pricing proposals for accuracy and consistency, and prepare proposal documents for submittal to the customer.
• Coordinate with other company functions as required to ensure the appropriate reviews are scheduled and conducted.
• Research and make recommendations on contract language and seek guidance on complex terms and conditions from higher-level contract administrators and managers.
• Negotiate routine or moderately complex contracts under the general guidance of the Contracts Manager.
• 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.
• Administer all aspects of assigned contract or purchase order processing including accuracy of order entry data, contract funding, scope changes, contract amendments, receipts and delivery schedules.
• Lead or support fact-finding and other audit activities.
• Participate in final stages of assigned contract by verifying completion of all commitments.
• Compile and maintain all required contractual records and documents in accordance with contract requirements and Company policies and procedures.
• Act as the primary point of contact between the Company and the Customer for all contractual matters on assigned contracts and projects.
• Prepare contract summaries, and provide management with complete, current and accurate data by reporting progress on contract activity.
• Draft, prepare, and execute various internal and external correspondence on contractual matters.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Health savings accounts
• 401(k) savings plan
• Disability coverage
• Life and accident insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Legal plan
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Paid parental leave
• Paid military leave
• Paid bereavement leave
• Recognition program for monetary or non-monetary awards

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees