Sr. Contracts Manager

About the role

BAE Systems is the third largest defense contractor in the world with an exceptional, mission-focused culture. The Sr. Contracts Manager will support the Integrated Defense business with close to $1B in programs. This individual is a member of a dynamic Contracts team that delivers mission-critical capabilities for the Strategic Systems Program and other IDS Programs. The Contracts organization serves as the trusted business partner, managing customer relationships, negotiating deals, creating innovative solutions, and providing regulatory knowledge.

We are committed to employee growth and development, allowing employees to build a long-term career at BAE Systems. In addition to challenging day-to-day assignments, employees are encouraged to pursue special projects, participate in mentoring programs, and rotate into roles with increasing responsibility.

The successful candidate will be energetic, self-motivated, and adaptable to a fast-paced environment with a desire to make an impact. Knowledge and experience working with FAR, DFARS, DoD, and/or Army policies and processes is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and guidance for Contract Administrators, acting as a sponsor and coach for daily contractual activities, including guidance on contractual/business issues and assistance in preparing proposals, negotiations, and drafting contract terms.
• Grow and develop other Contract Administrators and Contract Managers through leadership.
• Champion strategic knowledge of the customer environment and business context for all contracting opportunities.
• Independently lead and manage proposal activities, including analysis of solicitations, developing strategies and recommendations, preparing terms and conditions, leading the development of cost volumes and contracts documentation, reviewing technical and pricing proposals for accuracy and compliance, and conducting business risk assessments.
• Lead and support fact-finding and audit activities.
• Influence contract changes to reduce business impacts.
• Lead complex negotiations with an emphasis on creating win-win outcomes.
• Serve as a trusted business advisor to Strategic Systems management for contractual rights, obligations, risk mitigation, and business strategy, ensuring all contractual arrangements offer the company a reasonable probability of achieving business objectives.
• Foster and maintain relationships with customer counterparts and internal functions within BAE Systems.
• Oversee management of multiple contract types, such as Firm Fixed Price, Cost Plus Fixed Fee, Time and Material, Cost Plus Incentive Fee, and Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity.
• Maintain an in-depth knowledge and working understanding of the U.S. government acquisition and procurement environment, export regulations, and FAR/DFAR requirements.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree and 10+ years of relevant experience.
• Experience with Intellectual Property.
• Experience with Commercial Contracts.
• Experience with Other Transactional Agreements.
• Experience identifying risk and implementing strategies to reduce it.
• Experience with complex contracts.
• Experience with all types of pricing activities (Whitepapers, Rough Orders of Magnitude, Competitive and Sole Source Proposals).

Pay

Full-Time Salary Range: $134,640 – $228,888. Individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors, including business considerations, local market conditions, internal equity, and candidate qualifications such as skills, education, and experience.

Benefits

Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Health savings accounts.
• 401(k) savings plan.
• Disability coverage.
• Life and accident insurance.
• Employee assistance program.
• Legal plan.
• Discounts on home, auto, and pet insurance.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Paid parental, military, bereavement, and applicable federal/state sick leave.
• Company recognition program with monetary or non-monetary awards.
• Other incentives based on position level and job specifics.

About BAE Systems Intelligence & Security

BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace, and security company delivering products and services for air, land, and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions, and customer support services. Intelligence & Security (I&S), based in McLean, Virginia, designs and delivers advanced defense, intelligence, and security solutions that support critical missions.

At BAE Systems, you’ll find a rewarding career that makes a difference, defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. Our pride and dedication show in everything we do—from intelligence analysis, cyber operations, and IT expertise to systems development, integration, and maintenance.