Senior Contracts Administrator

BAE Systems•Louisville, KY

10d•$82,779 - $137,964•Hybrid

About The Position

BAE Systems is seeking an experienced Senior Contracts Administrator to take a lead role supporting contracting activities for the Mk38 Naval Gun System program, a multi-million-dollar program serving the United States Navy and international navies. The position works with professionals across functions and business areas to support proposals and ongoing contracts, help position BAE Systems with customers, and provide contractual advice and counsel to management. The administrator independently handles complex assignments, advises on contractual rights, obligations, risks, and business strategy, and serves as the primary company contact for contractual matters on assigned contracts. The role includes leading proposal and negotiation work, administering contracts and purchase orders, maintaining required records and reporting data, and supporting contract closeout. The position is open to candidates in Minneapolis, Minnesota, or Louisville, Kentucky. It is hybrid, requiring onsite work three days per week, and follows a 9/80 schedule with every other Friday off. Extended hours or weekends may be required, and sporadic business travel may be necessary.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree and six years of relevant experience.
Cost-type or 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: Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.

Nice To Haves

At least four years of cost-type/cost-plus contract experience.
At least six years of firm-fixed-price contract experience.
At least six years of prime contract experience.
CFCM or CPCM certification.
Master's degree or MBA.
Experience briefing senior-level management.

Responsibilities

Independently handle complex assignments and provide guidance, using initiative to resolve issues while complying with company policies and procedures.
Gather, interpret, and analyze information with the team; develop recommended strategies and present information.
Maintain working knowledge of the US Department of War acquisition and procurement environment, BAE Systems Contracts function and policies, defense contracting methods, export rules, 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 meetings, preparing proposal terms and assumptions, reviewing technical and pricing proposals, and preparing submission documents.
Research and recommend proposal and contract language, and ensure required reviews, recommendations, and terms are completed.
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.
Process assigned contracts and purchase orders, including order-entry accuracy, funding, scope changes, amendments, receipts and delivery schedules, legal requirements, and other commitments.
Verify completion of contract commitments and perform assigned contract closeout activities.
Maintain proposal logs and other data, and assist with 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 for contractual matters on assigned contracts, and maintain dependable professional relationships with internal and external customers.
Support Program Managers, Product Line Directors, and Business Area leads, and provide contracts advice and counsel to management at all levels 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.