Job Description

See what you re missing. Our employees work on the world s most advanced electronics from detecting threats for F-35 pilots to illuminating the night for soldiers. Spanning air, land, sea, and space, we are developing the technology of tomorrow, delivered today. Drawing strength from our differences, we re innovating for the future. And you can, too. 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.

Through research programs funded by science and technology R&D organizations within the U.S. Department of Defense, the research and development team in FAST Labs collaborate across the enterprise. On this team, you ll have the opportunity to create and develop advanced technology capabilities in the areas of advanced electronics, autonomy, cyber, electronic warfare, and sensors and processing.

Join a dynamic Contracts team that supports the delivery of mission critical capabilities 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 rotate into different roles with increasing levels of responsibility. Contracts employees are provided opportunities for promotion and relocation to other business units within the U.S. and overseas. BAE Systems also provides employees with opportunities to engage with and positively impact the internal and external community in which we work.

With our historic growth and position as one of the world s largest Aerospace, Defense and Security Company s, we look to recruit and retain the best and brightest. Taking care of the Contracts team by offering daily flextime, every other Friday off, work from home options, relocation assistance, and competitive salary/benefits keeps our team engaged and motivated.

We view culture as one of our most critical competitive advantages. Contracts employees come to work every day because of our strong culture and passion for our significant role in the success of the business. Our Cultural Principles are:

• Engage everyone with respect and good will

• Stay calm independent of circumstances

• Be humble and work collaboratively

• Feel empowered to do the right thing

• Listen, be curious, and allow differences to influence our decisions

• BAE Systems, within the FAST Labs Business Area, is looking for a motivated Contracts professional to join our team to lead our Sensing Technology product line. We are the technology engine for BAE Systems Electronic Systems Sector performing research, development and prototype projects that expand today's technologies and capabilities for a wide range of customers. Our Contracts team is agile and composed of highly skilled and dedicated Contracts professionals who work in a supportive and inclusive manner.

The successful candidate shall be accountable for the preparation, negotiation, and management of complex proposals and/or contract activities in accordance with company policies, legal and customer requirements with limited guidance or supervision from the Senior Contracts Director. The successful candidate will need to interpret and communicate business commitments and alternatives to program teams and management while proactively managing contractual scope, customer communication and expectations.

In addition to supporting active programs, the successful candidate will be responsible for the management of personnel. The successful candidate must have prior management experience preferably with teams not located at one central work location.

This position requires an extensive knowledge of government contracting methods, applicable laws and regulations and the ability to develop and maintain professional and dependable relationships with both internal and external customers, especially in challenging and sometimes demanding situations. This position will also require the selected candidate to work both on unclassified and classified programs.

Given the shifting dynamics within the working environment, the successful candidate will also be in the position to work a hybrid work arrangement. When in the office, the work team will be located at our Merrimack, NH facility. The FAST Labs Contracts team respects and values the balance that we all desire in our home and professional life and this position will provide that opportunity.

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.

Please note that pursuant to a government contract, this specific position requires US citizenship status.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• Bachelor's Degree and 10 years of related contracts experience or equivalent experience in DoD contracting.

• Existing Secret Clearance and be capable of upgrading to Top Secret/SCI.

• Strong team players who enjoy working with program management and other functional disciplines in a supportive and complementary manner.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills are essential for this position as well has having the ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

• Experience managing a team.

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• JD or MBA degree in Business or related field.

• Experience with Government contracting in a classified setting.

• Top Secret/SCI

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $124080 - $210980

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.

Senior Contracts Manager

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