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Job Description

BAE Systems is seeking a highly experienced and strategic Contracts Director to lead our Intelligence & Security (I&S) businesses as a subject matter expert in contract strategy and acquisition reform. This senior-level role will drive business growth through early strategy engagement, customer relationships, and innovative contracting approaches.

Key Responsibilities:

Develop and implement strategic contracting plans to drive business growth and capture new opportunities

Collaborate with business leaders to shape customer relationships and influence acquisition strategies

Provide expert guidance on commercial item contracting, including identification, pricing, and negotiation of commercial items and services

Lead the development of training and guidance on new FAR policy and acquisition reform initiatives, ensuring compliance and effective implementation across the organization

Mentor and develop key personnel, including high-potential contract professionals, to enhance contract competency and Center of Excellence (CoE) capabilities

Improve contract competency and CoE capabilities, focusing on:

NDA/TA Terms

OCIs and Mitigation Plans

Anti-Trust Violations & ITT

Scope Development

Proposal Development

Develop and lead an OTA (Other Transaction Authority) Center of Excellence, driving innovation and best practices in contracting

Provide expert analysis and support on key contract-related initiatives, including:

Early strategy engagement and customer relationships

Coordination with Strategic Subcontracts and BA Contracts

CPAR review and analysis

Black Hat support

FOIA analysis

This senior-level role offers a unique opportunity to drive business growth, shape acquisition strategies, and develop innovative contracting approaches. If you are a seasoned contract professional with a passion for strategic capture and acquisition reform, we encourage you to apply

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

Bachelor's Degree and 12 years of work experience, or equivalent experience

At least 5 years of managing and developing contracting/Subcontracts professionals; preferably experience in managing other contract managers

Demonstrated proposal work experience and excellent presentation, team building, and leadership skills

Ability to effect and manage change, with motivational and visionary leadership skills

Experienced in the entire life cycle of prime and subcontract contracting, from proposal phase to contract closeout

Well-versed in FAR, DFAR regulations, and commercial contracting principles

Excellent writing skills and clear understanding of contract formation principles

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

Bachelor's degree in Acquisition & Contracts Management or related field

Related professional certifications or advanced degree beyond Bachelor's degree

Knowledge of Salesforce Contract Management Systems Application

Experience with commercial item contracting, including risk management and other contracting elements

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.

Contracts Director - Strategic Capture and Acquisition Reform

116033BR

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