Contract Admin Sr

BAE Systems•Louisville, KY

16h•$82,779 - $137,964•Hybrid

About The Position

BAE Systems is seeking a Senior Contract Administrator to lead and support contracting activities for the Mk38 Naval Gun System program, a multi-million-dollar program supporting the United States Navy and international navies. The role involves working with professionals across functions and business areas to support proposal development, contract negotiations, contract administration, and customer relationships. The position requires independent judgment and initiative on complex assignments, along with knowledge of government acquisition and procurement, defense contracting methods, export and other government regulations, and company policies. The Senior Contract Administrator serves as the primary contractual contact for assigned customers and advises program and business leadership on contractual matters, risks, and business strategy. The role is open to candidates in Minneapolis, Minnesota, or Louisville, Kentucky. It is hybrid, with on-site work three days per week, and follows a 9/80 schedule with every other Friday off. Extended hours or weekends may be needed, and sporadic business travel may be required.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree and 6 years of relevant experience.
Cost Type/Cost-Plus contract experience.
Firm Fixed Price contract experience.
Prime contract experience.
Expert knowledge of FAR/DFARS regulations.
Experience with complex production contracts and proposal preparation and execution.
Must be able to obtain a Secret Security Clearance.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.

Nice To Haves

At least 4 years of Cost Type/Cost-Plus contract experience.
At least 6 years of Firm Fixed Price contract experience.
At least 6 years of Prime contract experience.
CFCM or CPCM certification.
Master's degree or MBA.
Experience briefing senior-level management.

Responsibilities

Work independently on complex assignments, provide guidance, and resolve issues while complying with company policies and procedures.
Gather, interpret, and analyze information with the team, develop recommended strategies, and present findings.
Develop and maintain knowledge of the U.S. Department of War acquisition and procurement environment, BAE Systems contracts functions and policies, defense contracting methods, and export and other government regulations.
Lead and support proposal activities, including analyzing solicitations, preparing summaries, developing strategies and recommendations, assessing financial and business risk, participating in proposal team meetings, preparing proposal terms and assumptions, reviewing technical and pricing proposals, and preparing proposal documents for customer submission.
Research and recommend proposal and contract language and ensure required reviews, recommendations, and terms are completed with minimal direction.
Lead contract negotiations and collaborate with customers to definitize and complete contracts.
Advise management on contractual rights and obligations, risk mitigation alternatives, and business strategy.
Administer assigned contracts or purchase orders, including order-entry accuracy, funding, scope changes, amendments, receipts and delivery schedules, legal requirements, and other commitments.
Verify completion of contractual commitments and perform assigned contract closeout activities.
Maintain proposal logs and other required data, and assist with data collection for monthly and quarterly management reporting.
Compile and maintain contractual records and documents in accordance with contract requirements and company policies and procedures.
Serve as the primary point of contact between the company and customers on contractual matters for assigned contracts, and maintain professional relationships with internal and external customers.
Support Program Managers, Product Line Directors, and Business Area leads, and provide contracts advice and counsel to company management as required.
Participate as an assessor in the Phase Review Process.
Use Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
Perform other assigned duties.