Principal Contracts Administrator, Secret Clearance

VetJobs; Manchester (NH); On-site; USD 101,000 - 172,000; Full time

Job summary

BAE Systems in Manchester, NH, seeks an experienced Principal Contract Administrator to manage key customer relations and contract records. This onsite role requires DoD contracting experience and the ability to lead negotiations across programs.

The position emphasizes regulatory compliance, coordination with program management, and the proactive handling of complex contracting tasks to support the F-35 Development portfolio and related programs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 6 years of related contracts experience or equivalent DoD contracting.
• Strong interpersonal and negotiation skills with internal teams and customers.
• Experience with FAR/DFAR and export controls.
• Ability to maintain accurate contract records and schedules.
• Willingness to obtain US DoD SECRET level clearance.

Responsibilities

• Own day-to-day contractual relationships with customers.
• Maintain official contract records for proposals, contracts, and agreements.
• Develop solutions for complex problems within policy and procedures.
• Support complex assignments requiring initiative.
• Coordinate with program management and other functional teams.

Skills

Contract management

FAR/DFAR knowledge

Negotiation

Regulatory compliance

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

High School/GED

Tools

Contract management software

Microsoft Office

ERP systems

Job description

BAE Systems in Manchester, NH, seeks an experienced Principal Contract Administrator to manage key customer relations and contract records. This onsite role requires DoD contracting experience and the ability to lead negotiations across programs.

The position emphasizes regulatory compliance, coordination with program management, and the proactive handling of complex contracting tasks to support the F-35 Development portfolio and related programs.