Principal Contract Administrator

Job Description

BAE Systems is looking for an Estimator/Contracts Administrator with ship repair experience to administer large and complex contracts and programs. This position will act as a point of contact between the company and MARMC Negotiator, Contracting Officer, and Project personnel for estimating and contract/specifications interpretation and negotiation of change orders. This position will also monitor the contract's performance and submit reports and recommendations to management. Prior estimating and contract administration experience is preferred.
As a Principal Contract Administrator you will;

• Prepare and submit contract-pricing actions, work item estimated costs, and other required reports and correspondence. Maintain daily dialogue with company and customer activities to address and resolve contract matters.
• Review, administer and negotiate change orders with customers.
• Prepare estimates, maintain budgets, and monitor cost performance and billings for Programs as assigned.
• Provide functional expertise to Program Managers and Maintenance Teams providing financial and contract management to the Programs being supported.
• Develop detailed cost proposals and certifications over $750,000.
• Monitor job progress and labor, material, and subcontractor expenditures to determine trends and track the projected contract rates of the contract or program, to established goals.
• Initiate recommendations to management to improve performance.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• Bachelor’s degree and 6 years of relevant experience or HS Diploma and 10 years of relevant working experience.
• Cradle to grave contracting experience
• Extensive working knowledge of FAR/DFAR.
• Critical attention to detail with financial acumen.
• Experience with various contract structures, various terms & conditions and proposal preparation and execution
• Experience briefing senior level management

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• Experience with the following types of Contracts: Firm-Fixed Price, Cost Reimbursement and Hybrid
• Ship Repair Experience

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $92180 - $156707

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 Platforms & Services
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.

The Platforms & Services (P&S) sector under BAE Systems, Inc does the big stuff: the armored combat vehicles, naval guns, missile launchers, and ship repair…just to name a few. Our employees take pride in the work they do and why they do it. They are on the front lines every day, building our products to protect the lives of those who serve. We may be biased, but we think P&S does some of the coolest work around, and we think you will too.

Salary : $92,180 - $156,707