Principal Contracts Administrator

Principal Contract Administrator

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The Precision Guidance & Sensing Solutions (PGSS) product line has an opening for a Principal Contract Administrator in support of high-performance tactical situation intelligence systems and the application of seeker, guidance and control technologies for precision munitions. Join a dynamic Contracts team that supports the delivery of mission critical capabilities across a diverse portfolio of development and production contracts. The Contracts organization is a trusted and sought after business partner. 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. You will represent the enterprise as the prime contact on contractual matters and be responsible for managing customer relationships, creating innovative solutions, negotiating contracts and other agreements such as non-disclosure agreements. In this role, you will interact with senior internal and external personnel on matters requiring coordination to successfully execute and deliver on our commitments. The successful candidate will lead all contracting activities with minimal supervision.This position will be responsible for ensuring compliance with company policies, legal and customer requirements with limited guidance or supervision. The successful candidate will need to interpret and communicate business commitments and alternatives to the program team and management. This position requires an extensive knowledge of government contracting methods, applicable laws and regulations and the ability to develop and maintain professional and dependable relationships with a variety of internal and external customers. Based on multiple factors, remote work may be a possibility for this position, at the discretion of the business.

Bachelor's Degree and 6 years work experience or equivalent experienceFAR/DFAR knowledge and experienceExperience with agreements other than contracts (ex. NDAs, bailment agreements, and/or software license agreements)Proven strong written and verbal skillsProven ability to work effectively both independently and as a team member

Full-Time Salary Range: $99410 - $168997Please 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.

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 teammaking a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you'll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference. Electronic Systems (ES) is the global innovator behind BAE Systems' game-changing defense and commercial electronics. Exploiting every electron, we push the limits of what is possible, giving our customers the edge and our employees opportunities to change the world. Our products and capabilities can be found everywhere from the depths of the ocean to the far reaches of space. At our core are more than 14,000 highly talented Electronic Systems employees with the brightest minds in the industry, we make an impact for our customers and the communities we serve.