Senior Contracts Administrator

BAE Systems • Merrimack, NH

113d • $81,156 - $137,964

About The Position

Because this role involves a combination of collaborative/in-person and independent work, it will take the form of a hybrid work format, with time split between working onsite and remotely. If you (or someone you know) are looking to take your next Contracts career step, you are invited to explore an opening on the FAST Labs™ Contracts Team. We are seeking a Senior Contracts Administrator to be located in our Merrimack, NH office to primarily support to our dynamic APEX (Autonomy, Processing and Exploitation) and ST (Sensor Technology) Product Lines. APEX provides innovative solutions and advancements in the areas of machine learning and emerging AI technology, network signal processing and missionized payloads and platforms and ST develops and supports innovations geared towards electro-optic sensing, tactical sensors, multi-modal sensing and emerging technology on behalf of our DARPA, Air Force, Navy and other U. S. Government customers. FAST LabsTM, on behalf of these and other customers are innovating on the cutting-edge technology in order to support our warfighters now and in to the future. Our technology solutions involve constant innovation in mission applications, algorithms, integration approaches, and materials, and collectively feed into our warfighter and warfighter protection systems to support our mission that We Protect those Who Protect Us®. You will make an immediate impact in supporting FAST LabsTM as a crucial partner in the Contracts group’s marketing and proposal engagements, help to determine business risk, mitigation strategies and courses of action and implementation of new and developing processes. You will serve as the company’s official voice to our customers in negotiation settings, contract administration, problem solving, and compliance assurance. 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. Our Contracts team and the BAE Systems organization is a cohesive group, offering daily flextime, every other Friday off, hybrid work options, relocation assistance, and competitive salary/benefits keeps our team engaged and motivated. FAST LabsTM is the technology engine for BAE Systems Electronic Systems Sector performing research, development and prototype projects that expand today's technologies and capabilities for our customers. Our Contracts team is agile and composed of highly skilled and dedicated Contracts professionals who work as a team in a supportive and inclusive manner.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree and 4 years of related contracts experience or equivalent experience in Government contracting.
• Strong analytical and communication skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• FAR/DFAR experience.
• Current US Secret Clearance with the assumed ability to update to a Top Secret level.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain strong, collaborative relationships with customers, ensuring effective communication and contractual compliance.
• Coordinate, negotiate, and manage moderately complex proposals and contracts with minimal supervision, leveraging your expertise to drive successful outcomes.
• Provide value-added analysis of solicitation terms and conditions, identifying potential risks and mitigation strategies to inform proposal development and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Resolve complex contractual issues through collaborative work with program teams, gathering, interpreting, and analyzing information to present effective solutions.
• Negotiate and administer Non-Disclosure, Teaming and other agreements in accordance with corporate policies and procedures, coordinating legal reviews as needed.
• Collaborate across all areas of the business to ensure contractual requirements are met, and performance and deliverables are accurate, complete, and compliant with bid specifications and contract terms.
• Advise on contractual rights and obligations, ensuring adherence to contract terms, FAR/DFARS, and other regulatory requirements.
• Conduct research and provide sound business advice and counsel to program and functional leads, ensuring compliance with bid specifications, FAR/DFARS requirements, contractual terms and conditions, and internal policies and procedures.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures, as well as all legal, regulatory, and customer requirements.
• Support moderately complex assignments, taking independent action and initiative as needed.
• Maintain accurate and official records for all assigned proposals, contracts, and agreements.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Health savings accounts.
• 401(k) savings plan.
• Disability coverage.
• Life and accident insurance.
• Employee assistance program.
• Legal plan.
• Discounts on home, auto, and pet insurance.
• Paid time off.
• Paid holidays.
• Paid parental leave.
• Paid military leave.
• Paid bereavement leave.
• Federal and state sick leave.
• Company recognition program.

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