Senior Principle Contracts Specialist

Job Description

BAE Systems, one of the world's largest defense contractors and a stable Fortune 500 Company, is hiring a Contracts Principal Sr. within the Holston Army Ammunition Plant (HSAAP) business. The Contracts Principal Sr. is a senior level individual contributor role responsible for overseeing various capture and execution of construction and modernization opportunities. This position requires a highly organized candidate with demonstrated and strong leadership, contracting, and communication skills. Our employees work on strategic initiatives and complex facility development and construction contracting efforts right at our Holston Army Ammunition Plant (HSAAP).

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.

Because this role involves a combination of collaborative/in-person and independent work, it will take the form of a hybrid work format, with time split between working onsite and remotely. However, based on multiple factors, remote work may be a possibility for this position, at the discretion of the business.

The Role:

Join a dynamic Contracts team that supports the delivery of ammunition supplies and management of modernization development and construction contracting efforts across a diverse portfolio of government, commercial, and international customers. 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 networking events, and expand their knowledge with formal and informal training opportunities.

• You will lead and manage complex proposals, contracts, and business agreements for all phases of the acquisition lifecycle while developing and maintaining professional and dependable relationships with both internal and external customers.
• You will have the opportunity to demonstrate specialized knowledge in areas of contracting including but not limited to operating a Government Owned, Contractor Operated facility, construction contracting while exhibiting in-depth knowledge of federal procurement regulations with an emphasis on DoW initiatives and FAR Overhaul requirements.
• You will develop solutions to complex contracting issues, which require the regular use of ingenuity and innovation while ensuring solutions are consistent with organizational objectives and company policy.
• You will support the bid/proposal process, provide analysis of solicitations, assure that bid/proposals are prepared and presented in a manner to afford BAE Systems with the greatest opportunity to obtain contract award while minimizing risk, establish and manage negotiation strategies, perform business risk assessment, provide recommended migration plans, and conduct negotiations with a high degree of negotiation expertise.
• You will actively participate in the Change Management process and provide guidance to the business on complex contract management issues.
• You will research and make recommendations on contract language and seek guidance on complex terms and conditions from leadership and legal.
• You will act as the primary point of contact between BAE Systems and the Customer for all contractual matters. You will draft, prepare, and execute certain internal and external correspondence on contractual matters with autonomy but under the supervision of a Contracts leadership.
• You will have the ability to actively participate and contribute to the implementation of new business methods, processes and contracting concepts to optimize the company and customer position.
• Responsibilities also include, but are not limited to, coordinating with other company functions as required to ensure appropriate reviews are conducted, obtaining required review and approval signatures prior to submittal of proposals or execution of contractual document, providing analysis of solicitations, maintaining accurate record and ensuring data integrity, and understanding financial principles to make sound financial decisions.

Who You are:

• You enjoy taking initiative to solve complex problems through conceptual and innovative thinking and contracting approaches.
• You are comfortable exercising discretion and independent judgement.
• You enjoy researching, assimilating, and evaluating data, regulations, and contracts language to create solutions.
• You enjoy finding new and creative ways to solve problems.
• You are willing to put in the time and effort it takes to get the job done and get it done well.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• U.S Citizenship
• Bachelor's degree with a business related focus
• In-depth knowledge of federal regulations (FAR,DFAR)
• Proven ability to negotiate and influence
• Capacity and motivation for hard work

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• Experience with GOCOs and construction contracting is highly desired
• NCMA certification or involvmement with a related contracting professional

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $97157 - $165167

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.