Director of Contracts

Job Description
The Holston Army Ammunition Plant is a major supplier of explosive materials to the U.S. Department of Defense. The facility has state-of-the-art equipment and capabilities for nitration chemistry, acid handling and recovery, and other chemical-processing operations. Additional munition-related services include modernization program management, energetics research and development, engineering design and inventory management.
BAE Systems is hiring a Director of Contracts supporting our Ordnance Systems businesses in Kingsport, TN. In this role you will support Business Area Senior Director of Contracts.

Responsibilities:

• Directs the activities of contract professionals including highly complex contractual arrangements of strategic importance to corporate or business unit.
• Responsible for managing contract professionals at management levels.
• Leads, mentors, trains, and develops a diverse team.
• Provides career development and training opportunities for contract professionals.
• Provides guidance and leadership to cross-functional business team members.
• Ensures appropriate contract staffing and budget levels.
• Directs identification, development, and implementation of entire range of contract formation, negotiation, and administration policies and processes in accordance with customer expectations and corporate objectives.
• Drives implementation of strategic contract opportunities with the most significant impact to the corporation.
• Communicates corporate and business unit objectives to contract department.
• Understands the business case and has an appreciation of financial/analytical issues and profit and loss implications.
• Participates in development of business alliances, acquisitions, and divestitures, source selection procedures and process, make or buy determinations, and risk management directives.
• Performs in a cross-functional role for other business elements, e.g. finance, law, operations.
• Establishes highest-level contract policies and processes to ensure achievement of corporate expectations.
• Approves and implements new and revised contract policy and process.
• Supports change management and process improvement initiatives.
• Occasionally may lead complex negotiations.
• Maintain assigned workload as an element of professional responsibilities.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• Bachelor Degree and 12 years of experience or equivalent experience
• Experience in Contracts Management
• Experience in Government/Defense Contracting
• Experience in People Management/Leadership
• Ability to establish and implement departmental goals and objectives
• Ability to perform in complex cross-functional business environment
• Ability to effect and manage change agents
• Proven management and delegation ability
• Global perspective of business environment and technology
• Motivational and visionary leadership skills, including the ability to recognize and develop emerging leadership talent
• Excellent presentation, team building, and leadership skills

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• Graduate Degree a plus
• Professional Certifications (i.e. Certified Federal Contract Manager (CFCM)) a plus
• Experience in Cost Type or Firm Fixed Price Contracts a plus
• Experience in R&D, Chemical Manufacturing, or Construction Contracts a plus
• Experience in DCMA/DCAA Compliance a plus
• Experience in FAR/DFARS Compliance a plus
• Experience in Process Improvement a plus

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $128100 - $217800

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.

About BAE Systems Platforms & Services
The Platforms & Services (P&S) sector under BAE Systems, Inc does the big stuff: the armored combat vehicles, naval guns, missile launchers, and naval ship repair...just to name a few. Our employees take pride in the work they do and why they do it. They are on the front lines every day, building our products to protect the lives of those who serve. We may be biased, but we think P&S does some of the coolest work around, and we think you will too.We celebrate the array of skills, experiences, and perspectives our employees bring to the table. For us, differences are a source of strength. We're laser-focused on high performance, and we work hard every day to nurture an inclusive culture where all employees can innovate and thrive. Here, you will not only build your career, but you will also enjoy work-life balance, uncover new experiences, and collaborate with passionate colleagues.