Contracts Administrator II

Company: Disability Solutions
Location: Manchester
Posted on: September 1, 2024

Job Description:

Job Description The open Contract Administrator II position in Manchester, NH supports contracting activities within the F-35 Future Capabilities portfolio under the F-35 Solutions Product Line in the Electronic Combat Systems (ECS) Business Area. The selected candidate will support the F-35 Block 4 development with a variety of customers and programs to shape and close business opportunities within the EW Development Product Area.BAE Systems' Contracts organization is the trusted business partner managing customer relationships, negotiating deals, creating innovative solutions, and providing regulatory knowledge to our internal and external customers. We are committed to employee growth and development, encouraging employees to build growth-oriented careers at BAE Systems. In addition to challenging day-to-day assignments, employees are encouraged to pursue special projects, participate in formal and informal mentoring programs, attend networking events, and rotate into different contractual roles with increasing levels of responsibility. This includes opportunities for promotion and relocation to other business units within the U.S. and overseas. BAE systems also provides employees with opportunities to engage with and positively influence the internal and external communities in which we work.Contract Administrator responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Own the day-to-day contractual relationship with our customers.Keep and maintain official contractual records for all assigned proposals, contracts, and agreements.Coordinate, negotiate, and manage the execution of assigned proposals and contractsEnsure compliance with company policies and procedures as well as all legal, regulatory, and customer requirements.Resolve contractual situations by working with program teams to gather, interpret, analyze and present information.Required Education, Experience, & Skills We are looking for someone with a Bachelor's Degree and 2 years of related contracts experience or equivalent experience in DOD contracting. We are looking for candidates that are strong team players who enjoy working with program management and other functional disciplines in a supportive and complementary manner. The following skills are required:

• Sound interpersonal skills involving interfacing, coordinating and negotiating with company personnel, leadership, customers, and suppliers.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills and ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to make decisions using sound judgment while complying with policies, procedures, appropriate principles and applicable state and federal laws and regulations.
• Computer skills to maintain contract records within our business systems as well as demonstrated research and presentation skills.
• Eligible for a US DoD SECRET level clearance as well as special access program clearances.
• Strong hands-on knowledge of, and experience with, FAR and DFAR and export regulations.Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills The following skills are preferred:
  • Experience with complex RFPs and proposal development at BAE Systems.
  • Experience managing various USG and prime contract customers.
  • Holds an active DoD SECRET clearance and holds or is eligible for a Special Access Program clearance.Pay InformationFull-Time Salary Range: $64130 - $109010Please 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 Electronic 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. 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.Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion:At BAE Systems, we work hard every day to nurture an inclusive culture where employees are valued and feel like they belong. We are conscious of the need for all employees to see themselves reflected at every level of the company and know that in order to unlock the full potential of our workforce, everyone must feel confident being their best, most sincere self and be equipped to thrive. We provide impactful professional development experiences to our employees and invest in social impact partnerships to uplift communities and drive purposeful change. Here you will find significant opportunities to do meaningful work in an environment intentionally designed to be one where you will learn, grow and belong.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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