Principal Contracts Administrator

Job Description How does it feel to represent a company that is committed to innovation? Proud. As part of the contracts team, you will work with experienced professionals to help best position BAE Systems as a front-runner with our customers. Whether it is an innovative 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 an experienced Principal Contracts Administrator to join our team and assume a lead role. This open Principal Contracts Administrator position will support contracting activities for the Mk38 Naval Gun System program. This multi-million dollar program is essential to the United States Navy and International Navies. You will work with other exceptional professionals across many functions and business areas. Here, we value our workforce, and that means providing our employees with competitive salary and benefit packages, flexible schedule, and plenty of resources for career growth. Enjoy being a part of a team that is supportive of you and passionate about defending our country.

As a Principal Contracts Administrator, you will:

• Consistently work on and provide guidance on complex assignments requiring independent action and a high degree of initiative to resolve issues as well as an understanding of and compliance with company policies and procedures.
• Ability to interact with the team to gather, interpret, analyze, and develop recommended strategies and present information.
• Develop and maintain an in-depth knowledge and working understanding of US Department of Defense Acquisition and Procurement environment, the BAE Systems Contracts function and relevant company policies and procedures, Defense contracting methods, export and other government regulations.
• Independently lead and support proposal activities including, but not limited to: analyzing solicitations, preparing summaries and developing strategies and recommendations based on the analysis, with attention to the financial and business risk of the proposed effort, participating in all proposal team meetings, preparing the terms, conditions and assumptions upon which the proposal may be submitted, reviewing the technical and pricing proposals for accuracy and consistency, conducting overall business risk analysis and preparing the proposal documents for submittal to the Customer.
• Research and make recommendations on proposal and contract language. Ensure that all necessary reviews, recommendations and terms, with minimal direction and guidance needed.
• Lead contract negotiations and collaborate with customers in definitizing and completing the contract under general guidance.
• Advise management of contractual rights and obligations, risk mitigation alternatives and business strategy.
• Perform all aspects of assigned contract or purchase order-processing including, but not limited to: accuracy of order entry data, contract funding, scope changes, contract amendments, receipts and delivery schedules, legal requirements and other commitments.
• Participate in final stages of assigned contract by: (1) verifying completion of all commitments, and (2) performing assigned activities associated with contract closeout.
• Maintain logs of proposals and other data as required and assist in data collection for monthly/quarterly reporting to Management.
• Compile and maintain all required contractual records and documents in accordance with contract requirements and Company policies and procedures.
• Act as primary point of contact between the Company and the Customer for all contractual matters on assigned contracts. Develop and maintain professional and dependable relationships with external Customers.
• Support Program Managers, Product Line Directors, and Business Area leads and provide contracts advice and counsel to Company management at all levels as required.
• May participate as an assessor in the Phase Review Process.
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook).
• May work extended hours or weekends. Sporadic travel as necessary to support the business.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Open to candidates in Minneapolis, MN or Louisville, KY.
• This is a Hybrid position that would require being on-site 3 days a week.
• This position has a 9/80 schedule that you will have every other Friday off.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• Bachelor Degree and 6 years relevant experience required to include at least:
• 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.

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• At least 4 years Cost Type / Cost-Plus Contract experience
• At least 6 years Firm Fixed Price Contract experience
• At least 6 years of Prime Contract experience
• Certification as CFCM or CPCM, highly desirable
• Master’s Degree/MBA
• Experience briefing senior level management

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $99410 - $168997

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.
About BAE Systems Platforms & Services BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it’s what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts – defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team—making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you’ll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference.

The Platforms & Services (P&S) sector under BAE Systems, Inc does the big stuff: the armored combat vehicles, naval guns, missile launchers, and naval ship repair…just to name a few. Our employees take pride in the work they do and why they do it. They are on the front lines every day, building our products to protect the lives of those who serve. We may be biased, but we think P&S does some of the coolest work around, and we think you will too.