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BAE Systems is seeking a Director of Contracts in support of its Navigation and Sensor Systems (NSS) business unit in Cedar Rapids, IA. Through its NSS product family, BAE Systems offers advanced navigation and sensor systems that enhance situational awareness and operational effectiveness for military and commercial applications. The NSS product line specializes in developing navigation solutions that include advanced GPS and radio navigation technologies with products designed for various applications, including airborne systems, precision-guided munitions, and handheld receivers.
This position will report to the Senior Director of Contracts of the Precision Strike and Sensing Solutions business area (PS3) within the Electronic Systems (ES) sector. This resource will be a member of the NSS Leadership Team and lead on-site, remote, and hybrid Contracts Professionals for strategic & tactical proposal & contracts efforts.
The NSS Contracts Director has significant cross functional influence, and requires the ability to partner across functions, customers, and stakeholders to provide strategic thought leadership as well as proactive, value-added solutions that systemically benefit the contracts lifecycle and value chain. Hybrid and remote working environments are considered.
This position is for the Navigation & Sensor Systems (NSS) Contracts Director, an essential member of the Contracts and product line leadership teams. The position requires a highly organized and deeply experienced Contracts professional in the DoD acquisition environment 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:
Bachelors degree and 10+ years of experience in Commercial, International, and US Government Contracting with understanding of both Commercial and Military markets. Experience with FAR Part 12, FAR Part 15 and Other Transaction Authority. 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. Significant experience with complex negotiation of terms and conditions. Strong knowledge and experience with intellectual property protection strategies and policies. Proven leadership in the development of high performing 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.
Graduate Degree NCMA Certifications/involvement in local chapter CFCM/CPCM
Full-Time Salary Range: $135556 - $230444 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.
BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it's what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts - defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team-making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you'll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference. Electronic Systems (ES) is the global innovator behind BAE Systems' game-changing defense and commercial electronics. Exploiting every electron, we push the limits of what is possible, giving our customers the edge and our employees opportunities to change the world. Our products and capabilities can be found everywhere - from the depths of the ocean to the far reaches of space. At our core are more than 14,000 highly talented Electronic Systems employees with the brightest minds in the industry, we make an impact - for our customers and the communities we serve.
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