Specialist-Contracts

BAE Systems

  • Broomfield, CO
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 2 months ago
RecruiterLaura OlsonJob DescriptionUS CITIZENSHIP REQUIREDAs a contract specialist in the National Space contracts department, reporting to a Business Unit Manager, you will assume a hands-on Contract Specialist role as an individual contributor.The Finance Strategic Capabilities Unit delivers the expertise and business acumen to increase value across the enterprise by providing actionable information with recommendations and opportunities to drive sustainable business growth.What You'll Do:
  • Provide contract negotiation and administration on a variety of programs encompassing all phases of the contract life cycle (pre-proposal through contract close out).
  • Collaborate with other employees in the department, cross-functionally and with program personnel, and for establishing effective relationships with key customers.
  • Assist the Business Unit Manager in reviewing contracts and related documents to assess risk to the company and recommend mitigation approaches and ensure compliance with various federal regulations and company policy.
  • Maintain a regular and predictable work schedule in accordance with company policy.
  • Establish and maintain effective working relationships within the department, the Strategic Business Units, Strategic Capabilities Units and the Company. Interact appropriately with others in order to maintain a positive and productive work environment.
  • Perform other duties as necessary.
On-Site Work Environment: This position requires regular in-person engagement by working on-site five days each normally scheduled week in the primary work location. Travel and local commute between company campuses and other possible non-company locations may be required.Working Conditions:
  • Work is performed in an office environment, laboratory, cleanroom, or production floor.
Salary Max Point158500Clearance Level - Must be able to obtain for positionTop Secret/SCIShift1st ShiftUnion JobNoneBusiness AreaFIN01 FIN - FinanceRequired Skills and Education
  • BS/BA in a related field plus 10 or more years related experience.
  • Each higher-level degree, i.e., Master's Degree or Ph.D., may substitute for two years of experience. Related technical experience may be considered in lieu of education. Degree must be from a university, college, or school which is accredited by an agency recognized by the US Secretary of Education, US Department of Education.
  • Government and Commercial (domestic and international desirable) contracts experience.
  • Solid working knowledge of the Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulations Supplement (DFARS), with a particular emphasis on intellectual property, government property, formation of proposals, and negotiations.
  • Solid communications skills, computer fluency, agile and effective negotiation skills with clear oral and written explanations.
  • Ability to work a variety of complex issues at one time.
  • Experience in developing and implementing negotiation strategies.
  • Ability to be a leader with excellent conflict resolution skills in a changing environment.
Company110_BAE Systems Space & Mission Systems Inc.Postal Code80021Regular or TemporaryRegularPosting RequirementsInternal/ExternalDepartment4560_Commercial FinancePreferred Skills and Education
  • Business related Master's Degree preferred.
  • CPCM certification preferred.
  • Experience with DOD and major Aerospace primes preferred.
  • A current, active TS/SCI security clearance preferred.
Salary Min Point115000Travel Percentage25%U.S. Person RequiredYesJob CategoryFinance & AccountingAbout BAE Systems Space & Mission SystemsBAE 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.Headquartered in Broomfield Colorado Space & Mission Systems is a leading provider of national defense and civil space applications advanced remote sensing scientific and tactical systems for the U.S. Intelligence Department of Defense and scientific communities. We continually pioneer ways to innovate spacecraft mission payloads optical systems and other defense and civil capabilities. Powered by endlessly curious people with an unwavering mission focus we continually discover ways to enable our customers to perform beyond expectation and protect what matters most.

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