Principal Contracts Specialist

Job Description

See what you’re missing. 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.

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 moderately complex or complex proposals, contracts, purchase orders, OTAs, and business agreements including but not limited to analyzing of the solicitation, preparing summaries based on the analysis, with attention to the financial and business risk of the proposed effort, participating in all proposal team meetings, preparing the terms & conditions and assumptions upon which the proposal may be submitted, reviewing the technical and pricing proposals for accuracy and consistency, and preparing proposal documents and submittal to the customer. Responsibilities also include coordinating with other company functions as required to ensure appropriate reviews are conducted, scheduling required reviews, and obtaining required review and approval signatures prior to submittal of proposals or execution of contractual documents.
• You will use appropriate tools and techniques to negotiate with and influence internal and external stakeholders to achieve the optimum business outcome. This will include performing all aspects of assigned contract processing including, but not limited to, accuracy of order entry data, contract funding, scope changes, contract amendments, receipts and delivery schedules, legal requirements and other commitments
• You will research and make recommendations on contract language and seek guidance on complex terms and conditions from higher level contract administrators and leaders.
• 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 increasing levels of autonomy but under the supervision of Contracts leadership, commensurate with experience and demonstrated competence.
• 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.

Who You are

• You enjoy finding new and creative ways to solve problems.
• You thrive in an environment with multiple projects.
• You enjoy influencing buisness and customer decisions.
• You have effective communications skills.
• You enjoy working in collaborative and supportive teams.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• Bachelor’s degree with a business related focus or liberal arts
• Experience third party customers and R&D activities (OTAs, CRADAs, etc.)
• Exhibit sound interpersonal skills involving interfacing, coordinating and negotiating with company personnel and customers
• Capacity and motivation for hard work
• Proven ability to work effectively both independently and as a team member
• U.S Citizenship is required. Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills •

An active US Government Security clearance or NCMA involvement is highly desired

Pay Information Full-Time Salary Range: $82963 - $141036

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.