You don’t see it, but it’s there. Our employees work on the world’s most advanced electronics – from saving emissions in the City of Lights to powering the Mars Rover to protecting the F-35 fighter jet. You’ll be among the brightest minds, working on the aerospace and defense 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 missions: “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. Join a dynamic Contracts team that supports the delivery of mission critical capabilities across a diverse portfolio of government and commercial customers. The Contracts organization is the trusted business partner managing customer relationships, negotiating deals, creating innovative solutions, and providing regulatory knowledge to our customers. We are committed to employee growth and development, allowing employees to build a long-term career at BAE Systems. In addition to challenging day to day assignments, employees are encouraged to pursue special projects, participate in formal and informal mentoring programs and networking events, and rotate into different roles with increasing levels of responsibility. Contracts employees are provided opportunities for promotion and relocation to other business units within the U.S. and overseas. BAE Systems also provides employees with opportunities to engage with and positively impact the internal and external community in which we work. With our historic growth and position as one of the world’s largest Aerospace, Defense and Security Companies, we look to recruit and retain the best and brightest. Taking care of the Contracts team by offering daily flextime, every other Friday off, hybrid options, relocation assistance and competitive salary/benefits keeps our team engaged and motivated. We view culture as one of our most critical competitive advantages. Contracts employees come to work every day because of our strong culture and passion for our significant role in the success in the success of the business. Our Cultural Principles are: • Engage everyone with respect and goodwill • Stay calm independent of circumstances • Be humble and work collaboratively • Feel empowered to do the right thing • Listen, be curious, and allow differences to influence our decisions Primary Duties and Responsibilities BAE Systems’ Space Systems business is seeking a Principal Contracts Administrator in Merrimack, NH. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: • Demonstrate expertise in U.S. Government contracting, with a focus on partnering with the Government and other primes through subcontract arrangements. Act as the Contracts lead for multiple programs. • Stay current on the changing acquisition environment and BAE policies; maintain working knowledge of FAR/DFARS, prime contract flow‑downs, IP/data rights, OCI, and TINA requirements. • Lead proposals: interpret solicitations, shape T&C positions, minimize risk, and support independent reviews. • Set negotiation strategy and financial requirements; negotiate complex agreements; execute within the Delegation of Authority (DOA). • Administer contracts/POs: order entry accuracy, funding, scope/mods, schedules, and compliance. • Maintain records per contract and company requirements. • Report status via clear contract summaries and recommendations. • Build relationships with customer counterparts, as the primary contracting interface. • Close out contracts: confirm completion and perform closeout tasks. • Solve complex issues with innovative, compliant solutions.