Principal Contract Administrator
BAE Systems · Norfolk, VA · Other Professionals
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
from BAE Systems careersJob 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