Dir II- Contracts

Requisition Number

112471BR

It’s about the journey. Whether it’s a bus ride or flight, our commercial electronic systems help transport millions of passengers every day. Every second a plane takes off somewhere in the world, enabled by our flight-critical products. On the ground, our electric and hybrid solutions save more than 22 million gallons of fuel per year. Be part of our journey at BAE Systems’ Controls & Avionics Solutions (CAS) where you’ll be among the brightest minds, working on the industry’s most difficult problems. Drawing strength from our differences, we’re innovating for the future. And you can, too. Our flexible work environment provides you a chance to change the world without giving up your personal life. We put our customers first – exemplified by our mission: “We Protect Those Who Protect Us®” and “We innovate for those who move the world™.”

Sound like a team you want to be a part of? Come build your career with BAE Systems.

BAE Systems is a world leader in flight critical controls and avionics and is experiencing unprecedented growth. As a result, we are seeking a highly experienced Contracts Senior Director who have demonstrated the ability of leading and managing a broad and complex portfolio of programs throughout the project lifecycle. In CAS, you will have the opportunity to help define and develop the next generation of avionics for both commercial and military platforms – whether it is fly-by-wire flight controls, full authority digital engine controls, or power management. CAS is a $1+b, transatlantic business with major facilities in Endicott, New York; Rochester, United Kingdom; Fort Wayne, Indiana; and Guaymas, Mexico. The business is headquartered in Endicott, NY.

We are open to hiring this leader near any major BAE site with additional travel expectations to Endicott, NY. Major BAE sites include Southern NH, Cedar Rapids IA, Greenlawn NY, Wayne NJ, Fort Wayne IN, Huntsville AL, Austin TX, Manassas VA, and San Diego CA. The ideal work schedule for this position is hybrid with 2-3 days per week in the office expectations and we are considering full time remote talent.

The Role:

This position is for the Controls and Avionics Solutions Senior Contracts Director, an essential member of the Contracts and business area leadership team. The position requires a highly organized and deeply experienced Contracts professional in both the commercial and DoD acquisition environments 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:

Provides expert guidance and counsel to the business area VP/GM and adjoining leadership team, while setting functional direction through strategic, legal, and financial analysis.

Collaborates with senior external customers and stakeholders in the pursuit of new business opportunities and the resolution of significant contractual and business issues.

Provides leadership direction to a global team in the strategic development, management, and deployment of human capital resources in support of the business strategy.

Responsible for directing multiple defense and commercial contracting environments while ensuring compliance to critical business processes and performance execution to help organization deliver positive financial performance throughout all acquisition phases.

Provides functional leadership and oversight of large, complex Customer proposals

Establishes and maintains teaming, consultant, and representative agreements

Provides functional oversight on Joint Ventures with multinational companies

Job Posting Title

Senior Director Contracts - Controls and Avionics Solutions - Hybrid

Job Family

Contracts Administration

Travel Percentage

25%

Clearance Level – Must be able to obtain for position

Secret

Shift

1st Shift

Regular or Temporary

Regular

Typical Education and Experience

Typically a Bachelor's Degree and 12 years work experience or equivalent experience

Required Skills and Education

Bachelor’s degree and 12+ years of experience in Commercial, International, and US Government Contracting with understanding of both Commercial and Military Aircraft markets.

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

Strong knowledge and experience with intellectual property protection strategies and policies.

Proven leadership in the development of high performing and inclusive 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.

Preferred Skills and Education

Joint Venture Experience

NCMA Certifications/involvement in local chapter

Active or ability to obtain Top-Secret Clearance

About BAE Systems Electronic Systems

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.

Department

1GO_ES CAS Contracts

Company

140_BAE Systems Controls Inc

Posting Requirements

Internal/External

Job Category

Other Professionals

U.S. Person Required

Yes

Business Area

Controls & Avionics Solutions

Salary Max Point

263185

Salary Min Point

154815

Union Job

None

Recruiter

John Donovan