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BAE Systems Senior Contracts Administrator in Sterling Heights, Michigan

Job Description

At BAE Systems, we serve, supply, protect, and innovate for those who protect us. Do you want to help us fulfill this mission? Keep reading.

As part of the BAE Systems Combat Mission Systems Contracts team, you will work with experts in their respective fields to help support our service men and women by providing world class services and products that drive innovation. Whether it is a proposal or a long-running core contract, you will be a key part of an innovative and unique problem-solving team.

We are currently looking for a sharp, driven, and dynamic Senior Contracts Administrator to support and contribute to the success of a portfolio of contracts centered on developing tomorrow s solutions. This position will support the full range of contracting activities, from pre-proposal through contract closeout. These contracts are essential to the United States military, industry collaborators, and the future of BAE Systems. You will work with other exceptional professionals across many functions and business areas like program management, finance, and engineering. Here, we value our workforce, and that means providing our employees with competitive salary and benefit packages, flexible schedule, and plenty of resources and opportunities for career growth. Enjoy being a part of a team that is both demanding and supportive of you, united by a passion of designing, delivering, and supporting worldwide industry-leading products.

As a Senior Contracts Administrator, you will:

  • Support, and in some cases lead, the proposal, negotiation, and management of complex proposal and contract activities in accordance with company policies, legal and customer requirements, with guidance or supervision from the Director.

  • Interpret and communicate business commitments and alternatives to program team and management during contract execution. Serve as a business advisor not bound solely by your functional role on the team.

  • Develop and maintain professional and dependable relationships with both internal and external customers.

  • Gain, maintain, and continue to develop an in-depth knowledge and working understanding of the US Government Acquisition and Procurement environment, the BAE Systems Contracts function, and relevant company policies and procedures, terms & conditions, FAR/DFARS, export, and other government regulations.

  • Support proposal activities including, but not limited to, analysis of solicitations/RFPs, preparing summaries and developing strategies and recommendations based on the analysis.

  • Be mindful and attentive to the financial and business risks of the proposed effort and engage in all proposal team meetings.

  • Prepare the terms, conditions, and assumptions upon which the proposal may be submitted, review the technical and pricing proposals for accuracy and consistency, conduct overall business risk analysis, and prepare the proposal documents for submittal to the customer.

  • Provide analysis of solicitations, ensure that bid/proposals are prepared and presented in a manner to afford the company the greatest opportunity to obtain the contract award while minimizing associated liabilities and risk.

  • Establish, manage, and execute negotiation strategies.

  • Perform business risk assessment and recommend mitigation plans.

  • Conduct negotiation of contracts or contract modifications.

  • Execute proposals and contracts in accordance with delegated authority.

  • Provide input for budgets.

  • Perform all aspects of assigned contract administration and execution management including, but not limited to, accuracy of order entry data, contract funding, scope changes, contract modifications, non-conformances, receipts and delivery schedules, legal requirements, ancillary documents, and other commitments.

  • Compile, organize, and maintain all required contractual records and documents in accordance with contract requirements and company policies and procedures.

  • This is a Hybrid position where you will be in the office 3 days per week.

  • This position is on a 9/80 schedule, where you will have every other Friday off.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

  • Bachelor s degree and 4 years of relevant Contract administration experience or equivalent experience.

  • Knowledge of DoD contracting, including research and development, OTAs, support services, as well as contract types (e.g., FFP, CPFF) and the appropriate application of each.

  • Knowledge of FAR/DFARS

  • Communicate clearly, effectively, and proactively, both orally (in-person and virtually) and in writing.

  • Exhibit sound interpersonal skills involving interfacing, coordinating and negotiating with company personnel and customers at all levels;

  • Utilize computer skills to prepare appropriate reports and documents (Microsoft Office suite and Adobe)

  • Demonstrate research, analysis, and presentation skills to senior leadership.

  • Excellent organizational and follow through skills.

  • Detail oriented.

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

  • 5 or more years of related experience

  • JD and/or MBA degree.

  • Understanding of FAR/DFARS

  • Experience representing a subcontractor.

  • Make decisions using sound judgement while complying with policies, procedures, appropriate principles and applicable state and federal laws and regulations.

  • Ability to influence and advise senior corporate management based on sound research and analysis.

  • Working knowledge of project-based financial measures: Sales, Cash Flow, Profit, Estimate To Complete, etc.

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $78760 - $133870

Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.

Employee 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.

Senior Contracts Administrator

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