Principal Subcontracts Administrator

Job Description BAE Systems, one of the world's leading defense contractors and a stable Fortune 500 Company, is hiring a Principal Subcontract Administrator for our GOCO (government owned contractor operated) facilities.The role will primarily support chemical manufacturing and industrial construction related programs at the Holston & Radford Army Ammunition Plants, starting at the proposal prepa
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ration phase through contract closeout. This is a fast-paced position at a growing site and we are looking for someone to hit the ground running.
Responsibilities:
• Solicit and evaluate proposals, negotiate and prepare complex subcontracts, monitor subcontractor performance, and document subcontract files in accordance with established Procurement Policies and Procedures.
• Support terms and conditions negotiations for purchases and subcontracts.
• Identify potential sources for required materials or services and develop and issue Requests for Proposals (RFPs).
• Receive, review, and negotiate subcontractor proposals.
• Manage the sources selection process by leading the proposal evaluation team in fact finding, technical evaluations, and cost/price analysis.
• Negotiate subcontract terms and conditions including estimated cost/price, delivery, quality, and performance requirements.
• Develop and negotiate required special terms, conducts independent cost/price analysis as needed.
• Document the entire negotiation process.
• Develop the subcontract document; review it for compliance with Government, Corporate, and Company requirements; and obtain management approval prior to issuance to the subcontractor.
• Serves as subject matter expert for sub contractual matters under the Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and the Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS).
• Support the subcontract administration team from award through completion to ensure compliance with all terms and conditions, including price, schedule, and quality.
• Coordinate and participate in subcontractor surveys and program reviews.
• Review and monitor payments, commitments, and funding status.
• Negotiate subcontract changes and respond to all formal subcontract inquiries and issues.
• Provide subcontract status as required.
• Develop, negotiate, and issue teaming agreements, non-disclosure agreements, and memorandum of understanding.
• Provide subcontract advice and counsel to program managers, engineering personnel, and other related functions such as finance, quality, and contract administration.
• Enter administrative and financial data on subcontracts into various subcontract databases.
• Support Purchasing group as necessitated.
• Perform subcontract close-out.
• Lead process improvement and program initiatives.
Required Education, Experience, & Skills
• Bachelor's Degree or 6 years of relevant work experience in procurement, subcontracts, or contracts; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience in subcontracts administration.
• Experience in Defense (DoD).
• Knowledge of FAR and DFARS.
• Able to multi-task and adapt to shifting priorities.
• Excellent communications skills.
• MS Office Suite skills including Excel
Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
• Experience in Industrial Construction a plus
• Experience in Department of Defense (DoD) Modernization a plus
• Experience in Government Owned Contractor Operated (GOCO) a plus
• Experience in International Traffic in Arms Regulation (ITAR) a plus
• Experience in Export Administration Regulation (EAR) a plus
Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $82963 - $141036
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

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