Subcontract Administrator

What’s it like working for a company that sources material from world-class Suppliers and builds products that make the world a safer place? Remarkable. At BAE Systems Controls Inc., our Subcontracts Management team is the best at what they do, and their work is part of why our Suppliers and Customers put their trust in our business. Service members rely on our products and it’s this team that partners with Suppliers to source highly complex hardware and innovative technology for BAE Systems to deliver cutting edge products into the hands of our customers. Our Commercial Avionics Solutions (CAS) and Power and Propulsion Solutions (PPS) business areas have technologies, engineering and program teams that educate and mentor colleagues to deliver leading products and capabilities. We welcome all those who have big ideas, crave innovation, and have passion to bring great products to market.

We are looking for a Subcontracts Administrator to join our team managing the contractual activities with our key Suppliers to solicit and evaluate proposals, negotiate cost, prepare fixed price subcontracts, administer subcontract files, strengthen relationships at all levels with our Subcontractors and effectively manage their cost, quality, and delivery performance. Sound like a team you want to be a part of? In a company like ours, everything we do matters - and that certainly applies to our Subcontracts Administrators. You’ll work side by side with other world-class Subcontracts Professionals with opportunities to learn and grow in your career while you help us deliver innovative products to our customers. Most importantly, with our culture around developing innovative technologies through Supplier partnerships, and the chance to make an impact on our business, you’ll build a career and life you can be proud of within the BAE Systems Subcontracts Management organization.

**In this opportunity you will make impacts in the following ways;**
- Procure materials, equipment, supplies and services for complex aircraft electronics based on program-specific requirements and specifications.
- Develop Subcontracts in accordance with specifications, requirements, work statements, and terms and conditions.
- Serves as the focal point when bids are received, reviews both the technical and cost proposals with program teams to address supplier exceptions through coordination with supporting program functions, develop evaluation criteria, negotiate subcontract provisions, select subcontractors based on best overall value, conduct cost analysis, write subcontract packages, prepares awards and administers resulting subcontracts.
- Consults with company staff representing the Legal, Technical, Financial, and Managerial interests of the subcontract award and technical performance.
- Ensures the receipt, accuracy and timeliness of subcontractor submitted documents relating to subcontract deliverables, including invoices and resolving invoice issues if they arise.
- Negotiates additions, deletions, or modifications to subcontracts and support invoicing resolution.
- Responsibility for helping manage the cost, quality, technical, and delivery performance of appointed suppliers while building effective relationships with both suppliers and internal/external customers.
- Follow established Procurement policies and procedures to provide the best value for the program, consistent with cost, quality, and delivery requirements while maintaining strong Supplier relationships.
- Effectively communicate Subcontract performance internally and externally, prepare and present Subcontractor briefings to Programs and Management, and proactively adopt best practices that support key business initiatives, including Zero Defect Planning and AS9145 initiatives with Suppliers.

**Required Education, Experience, & Skills**
Bachelor’s Degree and 2+ years of work experience within a Contracts/Procurement/Subcontracts organization.

Negotiation skills and ability to find solutions.

Proficient use of MS Office tools (Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Word).

Excellent verbal and written communication.

Excellent time management/organizational skills.

**Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills**
- Knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulations policies and procedures, FAR/DFAR.

**Pay Information**
Full-Time Salary Range: $58300 - $99100

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