Principal Contracts Administrator

Job Description
See what you’re missing. Our employees work on the world’s most advanced electronics – from detecting threats for F-35 pilots to illuminating the night for soldiers. Spanning air, land, sea, and space, we are developing the technology of tomorrow, delivered today. Drawing strength from our differences, we’re innovating for the future. And you can, too. Our flexible work environment provides you a chance to change the world without giving up your personal life. We put our customers first – exemplified by our mission: “We Protect Those Who Protect Us®.” Sound like a team you want to be a part of? Come build your career with BAE Systems.
In Countermeasures and Electromagnetic Attack Solutions (CEMA) we provide next generation threat detection and countermeasure solutions to provide unparalleled electronic warfare capabilities to enhance mission survivability. We welcome all those who have big ideas, crave innovation, want to drive fielding velocity, and have the passion to bring the warfighter home safe.
The open Principal Contract Administrator position in Hudson, NH supports contracting activities within the Survivability and Mission Systems (SMS) and Modular Attack RF Solutions (MARS) portfolios under the Electronic Attack Solutions (EAS) Product Line in the Countermeasures and Electromagnetic Attack Solutions (CEMA) Business Area. The selected candidate will support a survivability development program as well as new pursuits under electromagnetic battle management efforts with a variety of customers, programs and contracting vehicles to shape and close business opportunities. The position requires developing and maintaining professional and dependable relationships with both internal and external customers as well as leading complex contracting assignments.
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.

Principal 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.
• Develop solutions to complex problems which require the regular use of ingenuity and innovation. Ensures solutions are consistent with organization objectives.
• Apply extensive expertise, including full knowledge of other related disciplines.
• Support complex assignments requiring independent action and a high degree of initiative.

Because this role involves a combination of collaborative/in-person, Secret or TS/SCI independent work, it will take the form of a hybrid work format, with time split between working onsite and remotely.


Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• Bachelor's degree and 6 years of related contracts experience or equivalent experience in DOD contracting.
• Strong team players who enjoy working with program management and other functional disciplines in a supportive and complementary manner.
• 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.
• Currently obtains a US DoD SECRET level clearance, potential to upgrade to Top Secret/SCI.
• Strong hands-on knowledge of, and experience with, FAR and DFAR and export regulations.

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Business or related field.
• Experience with large, complex, concurrent EMD and LRIP programs.
• Experience with the large, complex RFPs and proposal development at BAE Systems.
• Experience managing various USG and prime contract customers.
• Comfortability presenting to upper management.
• Ability to support both onsite and remotely.
• Active SECRET Security clearance and ability to obtain a Top Secret/SCI clearance desired.

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $101398 - $172377

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.

This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.

Salary : $101,398 - $172,377