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Job Description

It s about the journey. Whether it s a bus ride or flight, our commercial electronic systems help transport millions of passengers every day. Every second a plane takes off somewhere in the world, enabled by our flight-critical products. On the ground, our electric and hybrid solutions save more than 22 million gallons of fuel per year. Be part of our journey at BAE Systems Controls & Avionics Solutions (CAS) where you ll be among the brightest minds, working on the industry s most difficult problems. 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 and We innovate for those who move the world.

Sound like a team you want to be a part of? Come build your career with BAE Systems.

BAE Systems is a world leader in flight critical controls and avionics and is experiencing unprecedented growth. As a result, we are seeking a highly experienced Contracts Senior Director who have demonstrated the ability of leading and managing a broad and complex portfolio of programs throughout the project lifecycle. In CAS, you will have the opportunity to help define and develop the next generation of avionics for both commercial and military platforms whether it is fly-by-wire flight controls, full authority digital engine controls, or power management. CAS is a $1 b, transatlantic business with major facilities in Endicott, New York; Rochester, United Kingdom; Fort Wayne, Indiana; and Guaymas, Mexico. The business is headquartered in Endicott, NY.

We are open to hiring this leader near any major BAE site with additional travel expectations to Endicott, NY. Major BAE sites include Southern NH, Cedar Rapids IA, Greenlawn NY, Wayne NJ, Fort Wayne IN, Huntsville AL, Austin TX, Manassas VA, and San Diego CA. The ideal work schedule for this position is hybrid with 2-3 days per week in the office expectations and we are considering full time remote talent.

The Role:

This position is for the Controls and Avionics Solutions Senior Contracts Director, an essential member of the Contracts and business area leadership team. The position requires a highly organized and deeply experienced Contracts professional in both the commercial and DoD acquisition environments with strong leadership, management and influencing skills. The selected candidate will provide leadership to the Contracts organization, supporting the development and growth of employees, and carrying out the vision of the function as well as the overall strategy for the business area.

Key Responsibilities:

+ Provides expert guidance and counsel to the business area VP/GM and adjoining leadership team, while setting functional direction through strategic, legal, and financial analysis.

+ Collaborates with senior external customers and stakeholders in the pursuit of new business opportunities and the resolution of significant contractual and business issues.

+ Provides leadership direction to a global team in the strategic development, management, and deployment of human capital resources in support of the business strategy.

+ Responsible for directing multiple defense and commercial contracting environments while ensuring compliance to critical business processes and performance execution to help organization deliver positive financial performance throughout all acquisition phases.

+ Provides functional leadership and oversight of large, complex Customer proposals

+ Establishes and maintains teaming, consultant, and representative agreements

+ Provides functional oversight on Joint Ventures with multinational companies

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

+ Bachelor s degree and 12 years of experience in Commercial, International, and US Government Contracting with understanding of both Commercial and Military Aircraft markets.

+ Ability to influence key stakeholders throughout the organization; recommend, drive and implement change based on best practices in the U.S. Aerospace & Defense industry.

+ Ability to obtain Secret Clearance

+ Significant Proposal Preparation experience

+ Strong knowledge and experience with intellectual property protection strategies and policies.

+ Proven leadership in the development of high performing and inclusive teams.

+ Business acumen and ability to develop and provide guidance of a strategic nature regarding customers, top line growth and overall performance of the business area.

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

+ Joint Venture Experience

+ NCMA Certifications/involvement in local chapter

+ Active or ability to obtain Top-Secret Clearance

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $154815 - $263185

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 Director Contracts - Controls and Avionics Solutions - Hybrid

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