Senior Principal Subcontract Administrator

BAE Systems Plc • Radford, VA

48d • $105,835 - $179,920

About The Position

BAE Systems, one of the world's leading defense contractors and a stable Fortune 500 Company, is hiring a Sr. Principal Subcontract Administrator for our GOCO (government owned contractor operated) facilities. The role will primarily support chemical manufacturing and industrial construction related programs at the Holston & Radford Army Ammunition Plants, starting at the proposal preparation phase all the way through contract closeout. This is a fast-paced position at a growing site and we are looking for someone to hit the ground running. Location/Travel/Schedule: This position will require up to 10% of travel.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree and 8+ years related Supply Chain/Legal experience or equivalent education/experience
• Extensive, demonstrated knowledge of FAR/DFARS
• Experience with negotiating terms and conditions for major subcontracts.
• Experience as a Subcontract Administrator
• Able to multi-task and adapt to shifting priorities
• Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Excellent written communications skills
• Candidate must be team-oriented helping build trust and a positivity

Nice To Haves

• Master's Degree in Procurement or Supply Chain Management
• Law Degree from accredited law school.
• Experience with international procurements.
• Experience with teaming agreements.
• Experience in Industrial Construction
• Experience in Department of Defense (DoD) Modernization
• Experience in Government Owned Contractor Operated (GOCO)
• Experience in International Traffic in Arms Regulation (ITAR)
• Experience in Export Administration Regulation (EAR)

Responsibilities

• Serve as a subject matter expert for the Supply Chain department for review and negotiations of terms and conditions.
• Terms & conditions cover services, major subcontracts, teaming agreements, commercial items, federal regulations, and general purchases.
• Support terms and conditions negotiations for purchases and subcontracts.
• Solicit and evaluate proposals, negotiate and prepare complex subcontracts, monitor subcontractor performance, and document subcontract files in accordance with established Procurement Policies and Procedures.
• Identify potential sources for required materials or services and develop and issue Requests for Proposals (RFPs).
• Receive, review, and negotiate subcontractor proposals.
• Manage the sources selection process by leading the proposal evaluation team in fact finding, technical evaluations, and cost/price analysis.
• Negotiate subcontract terms and conditions including estimated cost/price, delivery, quality, and performance requirements.
• Develop and negotiate required special terms, conducts independent cost/price analysis as needed.
• Document the entire negotiation process.
• Develop the subcontract document; review it for compliance with Government, Corporate, and Company requirements; and obtain management approval prior to issuance to the subcontractor.
• Serves as subject matter expert for sub contractual matters under the Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and the Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS).
• Support the subcontract administration team from award through completion to ensure compliance with all terms and conditions, including price, schedule, and quality.
• Coordinate and participate in subcontractor surveys and program reviews.
• Review and monitor payments, commitments, and funding status.
• Negotiate subcontract changes and respond to all formal subcontract inquiries and issues.
• Provide subcontract status as required.
• Develop, negotiate, and issue teaming agreements, non-disclosure agreements, and memorandum of understanding.
• Provide subcontract advice and counsel to program managers, engineering personnel, and other related functions such as finance, quality, and contract administration.
• Enter administrative and financial data on subcontracts into various subcontract databases.
• Support Purchasing group as necessitated.
• Perform subcontract close-out.
• Lead process improvement and program initiatives.

Benefits

• At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance.
• We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance.
• Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave.
• Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards.
• Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Transportation Equipment Manufacturing
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees