Senior Contracts Administrator

Company: Disability Solutions
Location: Westminster
Posted on: September 2, 2024

Job Description:

Job Description US CITIZENSHIP REQUIRED#LI-LO1 As a Senior Contracts Administrator in the Tactical Solutions (TS) contracts department, reporting to a Business Unit Manager, Contracts, you will assume a hands-on role as an individual contributor managing contracts. Work covers the full spectrum of contract life-cycle responsibilities, from new business to closeout.The Finance Strategic Capabilities Unit delivers the expertise and business acumen to increase value across the enterprise by providing actionable information with recommendations and opportunities to drive sustainable business growth.What You'll Do:

• Provide contract negotiation and administration on a variety of programs encompassing all phases of the contract life cycle (pre-proposal through contract close out).
• Collaborate with other employees in the department, cross-functionally and with program personnel, and for establishing effective relationships with key customers.
• Review contracts and related documents to assess risk to the company and recommend mitigation approaches and ensure compliance with various federal regulations and company policy.
• Work with program and customer management to determine and meet program requirements.
• Review and interpret contracts, modifications and change orders; prepare contract review records and obtain necessary management approvals.
• Recommend and implement negotiation strategies and techniques.
• May participate in or lead contract-negotiating team.
• Participate in proposals and change proposals and their negotiations.
• May prepare presentations for program and customer management review.
• May participate in the development of contract systems and procedures.
• Develop and provide required information to Supply Chain and Program Management organizations.
• Prepare and maintain required contract administration documentation in accordance with company procedures and government regulations.
• May act as official company liaison for and resolve contract matters with customer management.
• May coordinate the work of and assist in the training of other contract administrators.
• Maintain a regular and predictable work schedule.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships within the department, the Strategic Business Units, Strategic Capabilities Units and the Company. Interact appropriately with others in order to maintain a positive and productive work environment.
• Perform other duties as necessary.On-Site Work Environment: This position requires regular in-person engagement by working on-site three or more days each normally scheduled week in the primary work location. Travel and local commute between company campuses and other possible non-company locations may be required.Working Conditions:
  • Work is performed in an office environment, laboratory, cleanroom, or production floor.#IJSRequired Education, Experience, & Skills
    • BS/BA in a related field plus 8 or more years related experience.
    • Each higher-level degree, i.e., Master's Degree or Ph.D., may substitute for two years of experience. Related technical experience may be considered in lieu of education. Degree must be from a university, college, or school which is accredited by an agency recognized by the US Secretary of Education, US Department of Education.
    • Government and Commercial (domestic and international desirable) contracts experience.
    • Expertise with the Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARs).
    • Experienced with cost reimbursable, award fee and incentive fee contracts.
    • Experience with Firm Fixed Price contracts.
    • Experience with Other Transaction Agreements (OTAs).
    • Excellent communications skills, computer fluency, agile and effective negotiator with clear explanations.
    • Ability to work a variety of complex issues at one time.
    • Experience in developing and implementing negotiation strategies.
    • A leader with excellent conflict resolution skills in a changing environment.A security clearance or access with Polygraph is not required to be eligible for this position. However, the applicant must be willing and eligible for submission, depending on program requirements, after an offer is accepted and must be able to maintain the applicable clearance/access.Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
      • Business related Master's degree.
      • A current, active Secret security clearance.
      • CPCM certification.
      • Experience with DOD and major Aerospace primes.Pay InformationFull-Time Salary Range: $94500 - $127750Please 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 Space & Mission Systems 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.Headquartered in Boulder, Colorado, Space & Mission Systems is a leading provider of national defense and civil space applications, advanced remote sensing, scientific and tactical systems for the U.S. Intelligence, Department of Defense and scientific communities. We continually pioneer ways to innovate spacecraft, mission payloads, optical systems, and other defense and civil capabilities. Powered by endlessly curious people with an unwavering mission focus, we continually discover ways to enable our customers to perform beyond expectation and protect what matters most.BAE Systems is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.

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