Contracts Manager I

BAE Systems•Manchester, NH

2d•$118,747 - $201,870•Hybrid

About The Position

This role involves a combination of collaborative/in-person and independent work, taking the form of a hybrid work format, with time split between working onsite and remotely. 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. 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®.” Join a dynamic Contracts team that supports the delivery of mission critical capabilities across a diverse portfolio of government, commercial and international customers. 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 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. Taking care of the Contracts team by offering daily flextime, every other Friday off, some telecommute ability, and competitive salary/benefits keeps our team engaged and motivated. 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. Electronic Systems is the global innovator behind game-changing defense and commercial electronics. Exploiting every electron, we push the limits of what is possible, giving our customers the edge and our employees opportunities to change the world. Our products and capabilities can be found everywhere – from the depths of the ocean to the far reaches of space. At our core are more than 14,000 highly talented Electronic Systems employees with the brightest minds in the industry, we make an impact – for our customers and the communities we serve. The Integrated Survivability Solutions (ISS) Product Line is a fast-paced agile group within the Countermeasure and Electromagnetic Attack Solutions (CEMA) Business Area. The selected candidate will serve as an individual contributor, as well as assist in leading a team of Contracts professionals and supporting a diverse portfolio of programs, some of which are classified at both SAP and TS levels. The position requires developing and maintaining professional and dependable relationships with both internal and external customers as well as leading complex contracting assignments. ISS leverages EO/IR technology to advance aircraft, ground vehicle, and maritime protection by enhancing crew response time, survivability, and mission success. We are home to products and programs like the Common Missile Warning Systems (CMWS), Rapid Optical Observation & Kill (ROOK), and are developing the next generation EO/IR sensor for Long Range Threat Warning. ISS customers are both direct to the Government and Prime Contractors with a mix of Development, Production and Sustainment type contracts.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree
8+ years relevant work experience or equivalent experience
Proficiency in MS Office software with an emphasis on Excel
FAR/DFAR knowledge and experience, including FAR Part 12
In-depth knowledge of federal procurement regulations, export compliance, with an emphasis of Department of Defense.
Broad knowledge of economics, accounting, finance, procurement, cost/schedule control systems, business law, and the ITAR
Proven ability to negotiate and persuade, to communicate orally and in writing at all levels
Ability to plan and organize work
Active SECRET Security clearance

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in Business or related field.
Experience with government contracting, commercial contracting, intellectual property and international business

Responsibilities

Serve as an individual contributor, as well as assist in leading a team of Contracts professionals.
Support a diverse portfolio of programs, some of which are classified at both SAP and TS levels.
Develop and maintain professional and dependable relationships with both internal and external customers.
Lead complex contracting assignments.
Exercise discretion and independent judgment in the performance of duties.
Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
Interface, coordinate and negotiate with company personnel and customers.
Prepare appropriate reports and documents using computer skills.
Make decisions using sound judgment while complying with policies, procedures, appropriate principles and applicable federal laws and regulations.
Demonstrate research and presentation skills.
Negotiate and persuade.
Communicate orally and in writing at all levels.
Plan and organize work.
Potentially develop and lead professional and support personnel.