Principal/ Sr Principal Contract Administrator

Prioritize proposal activities and working on multiple tasks simultaneously Identify contractual risks and mitigate with appropriate contract provisions Serve as key business advisor to the program managers on contractual and operational matters Oversees all phases of the contract administration process, from initial preparation and negotiation through execution, changes or extensions, and termination. Plan and execute successful contract negotiations of a complex nature and achieving targeted profit rates, favorable terms and conditions on both contracts and other agreements required to assist in mitigating risk and meeting overall financial goals Build customer intimacy despite geographical separation as well as be able to effectively cultivate those relationships early on Make decisions in a timely manner under tight deadlines and pressure Offer guidance and work collaboratively with a multitude of organizations ranging from technical, program, finance, global supply chain, and trade compliance for seamless contract administration Maintain comprehensive and organized electronic and hard copy records of all contracts and related documentation for easy access and auditing Other duties as assigned Level 3: Bachelor's degree with 5+ years of professional relevant experience preferably in contracts - OR - Master's degree with 3+ years // In lieu of degree 9 years of applicable experience Level 4: Bachelor's degree with 8+ years of professional relevant experience preferably in contracts- OR - Master's degree with 6+ years // In lieu of degree 12 years of applicable experience Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to use them in informing, presenting, and negotiating to all levels of management Team player, independent, proactive, and possess excellent problem solving, oral and written communication, and organizational skills. Experience evaluating/negotiating FAR clauses in different contract types Demonstrated people leadership and/or supervisory/management experience. Must possess excellent problem solving and decision-making skills that support accomplishment of discipline objective to resolve complex problems and minimize risk to the Corporation. Ability to work independently and make independent decisions, ensuring high levels of collaboration with stakeholders and subject matter experts. Knowledge of Contract Management System (CMS) and Cost Point (CP). Proficient in Excel, PowerPoint, Word, SharePoint, etc.