Contracts Administrator II in Fort Worth, Texas

Job Description

As the Contract Administrator II, you will work with customers to shape and close business opportunities aligned with internal objectives. Work products and interactions will be at multiple levels, from your program office team to executive leadership. 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 rotate into different roles with increasing levels of responsibility. BAE Systems also provides employees with opportunities to engage with and positively impact the internal and external community in which we work.

The selected candidate will coordinate and manage moderately complex proposals, contracts and purchase orders involving limited financial considerations or technical significance. Candidates will apply and expand on knowledge, skills and experience required for effective contract administration, including negotiations and regular communication with customers and management. Candidates will develop and maintain professional and dependable relationships with both internal and external customers.

Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

Working understanding of the USG acquisition and procurement environment, contracts function, adherence to company policies, commercial contracting methods, export regulations, FAR/DFAR, and other requirements.

• General understanding of pricing environment in government contracting. Support and lead assigned proposals and analyze solicitations, prepare summaries with attention to financial and business risk, participate in proposal team meetings, prepare terms, conditions and assumptions, review technical and pricing bids for accuracy and consistency. Prepare proposal documents for submittal to customers. Coordinate with other company functions to ensure reviews are scheduled and conducted. Obtain required signatures prior to submittal of proposals or execution of contractual documents. Research and make recommendations on contract language. Negotiate moderately complex contracts.

• Perform and monitor all aspects of assigned contracts including accuracy of order entry data, contract funding, scope changes, amendments, account receivables, delivery schedules, legal matters, etc.

• Maintain log of proposals and collect other data for reporting to management.

• Compile and maintain all required contractual records and documents per contract and company requirements. Act as the official repository for all contractual documents.

• Primary point of contact between the company and customer for contractual matters. Draft, prepare, and execute certain internal and external correspondence on contractual matters with increasing levels of autonomy.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• Bachelor’s Degree and 2 years work experience or equivalent experience

• Communicates effectively both orally and in writing

• Exhibits sound interpersonal skills involving interfacing, coordinating and negotiating with company personnel and customers

• Strong computer skills for data entry, reports and other documents

• Makes decisions using sound judgment while complying with policies, procedures, appropriate principles and applicable federal laws and regulations

• Demonstrated ability to focus on closure and get results

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• Familiarity with FAR/DFAR selling to USG

• Proactive and self-motivated

• Highly organized

• Solid work ethic

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business or Finance and 2 years related experience

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $58300 – $99100

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.

Contracts Administrator II

106585BR

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