Job DescriptionBAE Systems Combat Mission Systems is looking for a dynamic leader to fill our Artillery Contracts Director role. Join a dynamic Contracts team that supports the delivery of mission critical capabilities to the Department of War, specifically our portfolio of Artillery Systems. The Contracts organization is the trusted business partner managing customer relationships, negotiating deals, creating innovative solutions, and providing regulatory knowledge. 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 organization, we look to recruit and retain the best and brightest to meet the mission. Taking care of the Contracts team is a priority and we offer every other Friday off, pay period flextime, tuition reimbursement, relocation assistance, and competitive salary/benefits that help keep 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 and supporting the American Warfighter. 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
The successful candidate shall be accountable for leading a team of Contracts professionals in the preparation, negotiation, and management of complex proposals and/or contract activities in accordance with company policies, legal regulations, and customer requirements with limited guidance or supervision from Contracts leadership.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead, manage, mentor, and develop the Contracts organization.
- Establish clear roles, responsibilities, priorities, and performance expectations for contracts personnel.
- Build team capability through coaching, training, succession planning, and professional development.
- Manage the full life cycle of contract administration, from solicitation to closeout.
- Develop productive relationships with customer contracting officers, contract specialists, legal representatives, program offices, and other authorized customer personnel.
- Partner with program management to integrate contractual requirements into program execution.
- Participate in program reviews, risk reviews, proposal reviews, and executive business reviews.
- Ensure all company policies, processes, and internal controls are followed.
- Ensure contractual commitments are reviewed and approved by appropriately authorized personnel before execution.
Required Skills and Education- Bachelor's Degree and 12 years work experience or equivalent experience
- Experience in Contracts Management
- Experience in Defense Contracting
- Experience in People Management
- Experience in Cross-functional Leadership
- Strong team player that enjoys working with program management and other functional disciplines in a supportive and complementary manner
- Ability to develop and provide guidance of a strategic nature regarding customers, growth, and overall performance of a business
- Ability to develop and lead high performing teams
- Ability to work independently and think critically with minimal supervision
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Preferred Skills and Education- JD or MBA in Business or related field
- Professional Certification: CFCM or CPCM (NCMA) or CCM (IACCM)
- Experience in combat vehicle or artillery programs
- Experience in major defense article acquisition and production contracting
- Experience in complex contracts and proposal preparation and execution
- Experience in Cost Plus and Fixed Price contracting
- Expert knowledge of FAR/DFAR regulations
- Strong critical-thinking, analytical, and problem-solving skills
