About this role
Contract Admin Prin
Job Description: Our Combat Mission Systems (CMS) team is seeking someone interested in launching their career in Contracts via our Contract Operations/Shared Services team. This hybrid role, based in York, PA; Sterling Heights, MI; Maple Grove, MN; or Louisville, KY will ensure the seamless execution of contract management responsibilities across the business portfolio. Serving as a consultant to management and CMS contracts function on compliance, policies, procedures and more.
Key responsibilities are outlined below, but other duties may be assigned: • Assist in developing, implementing, and maintaining CMS Contracts policies and procedures to ensure adequate policies and processes are in place and verify compliance and alignment with BAE Systems wide policies and procedures. • Ability to provide clear guidance on business compliance, policies, and procedures. • Provide contract-related insights and recommendations to support informed decision-making. • Draft and distribute communications and correspondence to implement changes and distribute updates that are flowed down from the business. • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify and implement process improvements. • Consult on special projects requiring knowledge of corporate compliance and departmental policies and procedures. • Use organizational skills to manage, coordinate, and respond to requests for taskers, data calls, audits, and all activity in support of the Contracts function.
Required Skills and Education: • Bachelor’s degree with 6+ years of relevant experience. • Strong knowledge of contract administration principles, corporate policies, and procedures. • Thorough understanding and knowledge of FAR/DFAR principles and requirements. • Attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple competing deadlines. • Possess skill and knowledge to interpret Customer contract, technical specifications, and solicitation requirements. • Proven ability to understand, interpret, and improve a company’s policies and procedures. • Possess strong motivation and initiative to independently and successfully gather, compile, analyze, and interpret complex multiple-source interdepartmental data.
About BAE Systems Platforms & Services Posting: 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.
Benefits Information: 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.
Intern Benefits: Temporary employees generally are not eligible for BAE Systems benefits, but can elect to participate in the 401(k) savings plan. Temporary employees working 20+ hours per week are eligible for medical benefits, the employee assistance program, and business travel accident insurance.
Please note: Some benefits may be different for union employees that are governed by a collective bargaining agreement (CBA) or for positions covered by a wage law called the McNamara-O’Hara Service Contract Act (SCA).