Sr. Contracts Manager

Job Description BAE Systems is the third largest defense contractor in the world with an exceptional, mission-focused culture. We work very hard to ensure this is a great place to work! BAE Systems invests in their contract's professionals and offers a wide variety of on-line and in-person training sessions throughout the year.

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 supports the delivery of mission critical capabilities in support of the Strategic Systems Program and other IDS Programs. The Contracts organization is the trusted business partner managing customer relationships, negotiating deals, creating innovative solutions, and providing regulatory knowledge to our customers. 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 formal and informal mentoring programs, and rotate into different roles with increasing levels of responsibility.

The successful candidate will be energetic, self-motivated, and have the ability to adapt to a fast-paced environment with the desire to make a difference. Knowledge and experience working with FAR and DFARS and the DoW and/or Army policies and processes is required.

The specific responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to:

• Provide leadership and guidance for Contract Administrators, acting as a sponsor and coach for daily contractual activities, providing guidance on contractual/business issues, and assisting in preparing proposals, completing negotiations and drafting of contract terms.
• Grow and develop other Contract Administrators and Contract Managers through leadership
• Champions 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/writing of the cost volume and contracts documentation volume, reviewing the technical and pricing proposals for accuracy, compliance and consistency and conducting business risk assessment. Leads and supports fact-finding and other audit activities.
• Influence Contract changes to reduce business impacts.
• Lead complex negotiations with an emphasis on implementing a strategy that creates a win/win situation.
• Serve as a trusted business advisor to the Strategic System management for contractual rights and obligations, risk mitigation alternatives and business strategy. Ensuring that all contractual arrangements offer the Company a reasonable probability of accomplishing the business objectives.
• Foster and maintain relationships with counterparts within the customer organization and between all 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 and FAR/DFAR regulations

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• Bachelors Degree and 10+ years relevant experience
• Experience with Intellectual Property
• Experience with Commercial Contracts
• Experience with Other Transactional Agreements
• Experience with identification of risk and ability to implement strategies to reduce that risk
• Experience with complex contracts
• Experience with all types of pricing activities (Whitepapers, Rough Orders of Magnitude, Competitive and Sole Source Proposals

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $134640 - $228888

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, Inc.BAE Systems, Inc. is a defense, aerospace, and security company headquartered in Falls Church, Virginia, with more than 40,000 employees worldwide. We serve, supply, and protect those who protect us. As one of the most geographically diverse international defense companies, we deliver a full range of products and services spanning air, land, maritime, space, and cyber, including advanced electronics, intelligence solutions, and dedicated customer support.

Our culture is performance-driven and values-led, built on curiosity, creativity, and collaboration. Purpose isn't a tagline here. It's what drives us. We're developing breakthrough technologies that defend national security and make a lasting impact on our communities and our planet. When you join BAE Systems, you're not just building a career. You're contributing to a mission that truly matters.

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.