junior Legal Counsel ic · Posted May 18, 2026
$92,180 – $156,707
USD per year

About this role

BAE Systems is hiring a junior-level Legal Counsel based in Norfolk, VA. Compensation is listed at $92,180–$156,707 per year.

Role
Legal Counsel
Function
legal
Level
junior
Track
Individual contributor
Employment
Full-time
Location
Norfolk, VA
Department
Other Professionals
Posted
May 18, 2026

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Job description

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Job Description

BAE Systems is looking for a Contracts Administrator to administer large and complex contracts, programs and proposal efforts. This position will act as a point of contact between the company and MARMC Negotiator, Contracting Officer, and Project personnel for proposal preparation, interpretation of contracts/specifications and negotiation of change orders. This position will also monitor the contract's performance and submit reports and recommendations to management. As a Principal Contract Administrator you will;
repare and submit required reports and correspondence.

  • Maintain daily dialogue with company and customer activities to address and resolve contract matters. ·
  • Review, administer and negotiate change orders with customers. ·
  • Provide functional expertise to Program Managers and Maintenance Teams in support of assigned programs. · Administer and submit cost proposals. ·
  • Initiate recommendations to management to minimize contractual risk and maximize program performance.


Required Education, Experience, & Skills
  • Bachelor’s degree and 6 years of relevant experience or HS Diploma and 10 years of relevant working experience.
  • Cradle to grave contracting experience
  • Extensive working knowledge of FAR/DFAR.
  • Critical attention to detail with financial acumen.
  • Experience with various contract structures, various terms & conditions and proposal preparation and execution
  • Experience briefing senior level management


Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
  • Experience with the following types of Contracts: Firm-Fixed Price, Cost Reimbursement and Hybrid
  • This is an excerpt. Read the full job description on BAE Systems careers →
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