Contracts Administrator Ii

Job Description
Great opportunity within the Life Cycle Support Solutions Product Line to join a great team of professionals working on supporting a range of BAE Systems Electronic Warfare (EW) Systems deployed worldwide. This is a fast-paced strategic area in the BAE Systems Electronic Solutions Business Sector.
Required Education, Experience, & Skills
Develop your career and grow your skills in a high intensity, team-based environment with a winning culture that provides an opportunity to interact daily with multiple functions including the F-22 and F35 (among other platforms) Life Cycle Support Solutions leadership team. As a Contract Administrator II, you will support the proposal development, negotiation, and management of various contract activities in accordance with company policies, legal and customer requirements with guidance provided by senior level Contract Administrators or Contract Management. Interpret and communicate business commitments and alternatives to program team and management. Position requires some previous knowledge and/or the ability to learn government and commercial contracting methods, applicable laws and regulations. Expected to continue to build the basic knowledge, skills and experience required for the effective contract management to include negotiations and regular communication with customers and management. In this role, you will develop and maintain professional and dependable relationships with both internal and external customers.
PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop a working understanding of the US Government Acquisition and Procurement process, the BAE Systems Contracts function and relevant company policies and procedures, commercial contracting methods, FAR/DFARS, export and other government regulations.
• Research contract language and provide options regarding disposition of complex terms and conditions to higher level Contract Administrators or Contract Management.
• Take a lead role in contract negotiations and other activities such as fact-finding and support of data calls that are required.
• Act as a point of contact between the Company and the Customer for all contractual matters on assigned contracts. Negotiate routine contracts and changes commensurate with experience and demonstrated competence under the specific guidance of the higher-level Contracts Administrator or Contracts Leadership.
• Responsibilities also include coordinating with other company functions as required to ensure appropriate reviews are conducted, scheduling required reviews, and obtaining required review and approval signatures prior to submittal of proposals or execution of contractual documents.
• Perform all aspects of assigned contract or purchase order processing under minimal supervision 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.
• Compile and maintain all required contractual records and documents in accordance with contract requirements and Company policies and procedures.
• Support and provide contractual advice and counsel to company management at all levels as required.
• Develop specialized contracting knowledge in areas such as FAR/DFARS regulations, International Business, Offset and Teaming Agreements.
• This is a hybrid position

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• Bachelor’s degree and 2 or more years of relevant Contract or equivalent experience
• Customer service focus
• Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and Power Point
• Ability to multitask and work under frequent deadlines
• Ability to learn job-related material through on-the-job training
• Excellent written, verbal communication and presentation skills
• Experience using personal computers and related software to maintain and access databases and prepare reports
• Ability to obtain and maintain the required security clearance

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
Ability to read Contractual documents, experience with US Government Acquisition and Procurement process, the BAE Systems Contracts function and relevant company policies and procedures, commercial contracting methods, FAR/DFARS, export and other Government regulations.

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $64130 - $109010
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 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.