Who we are

BBN Technologies Corp, has an opening for a Contracts Manager (G10) supporting a variety of business focus areas, including the Physical Sciences and Systems group and the Network and Cyber Technologies Group. The position is a key member of the business formation and business management teams within BBN. BBN has a long history of science and technological innovation that dates back to its founding in 1948.

What will you do

In this role, the individual will be responsible for participation in the requirements analysis of Request for Proposals (RFP) and Broad Agency Announcements, proposal reviews and coordination, contract negotiation, contract administration, non-disclosure agreements and other business agreements and contracts with the U.S. Government, commercial, and academic clients. The position offers broad exposure to a multitude of procurement types (CPFF, T&M, FFP), other transactions, and grant vehicles. The Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) is BBN’s largest customer. Responsibilities will include working closely with Program Managers and Scientists, Finance, Global Trade, and other program functions to construct and submit technical and cost proposals to win new business; to negotiate terms and conditions, cost and price; and, to manage contracts after award. The Contracts Manager will be an integral part of the business team and will attend Proposal and Program Reviews, providing advice, insight, recommendations, and support to senior management regarding contractual and business issues, ensuring that negotiated terms and conditions comply with company policies, and guiding management on contractual rights and obligations and mitigation of contractual/program risks.

What you will gain

Leadership experience as the recognized focal point for business transactions with customers of the BBN Business Unit

Visibility with customers, the BBN leadership team, and with Company oversight and compliance functions

Decision making responsibility and signature authority

What you need

BA/BS in Business, or related field; JD or MBA a plus.

Eight or more years of experience in contract administration

A proven track record of success in contracting with an intimate understanding of terms and conditions

Ability to understand the financial aspects of contracts and other business arrangements as well as the ability to contribute to negotiation strategies

Effective communicator both orally and in writing with strong analytical skills and interpersonal skills

Ability to lead and work within a team and to foster teamwork and trust

Capable of multi-tasking and handling several assignments

Excellent time management and organizational skills

Focus on responsiveness with strong time management and organizational skills

Knowledge FAR, DFARS, and ITAR

Position may require some amount of overnight travel.

Final DoD Top Secret clearance

Additional skills that would be awesome

Advanced degree is a plus

Computer proficiency, experience in Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point, and shared databases

SCI eligible

Personnel Management experience of a small team

Work Location (either):

  • Core office at BBN facility in Middletown, RI with periodic visits to Headquarters, Cambridge, MA;
  • Or, Core office at BBN Headquarters in Cambridge, MA with regular visits to Middletown, RI.

U.S. Citizenship status is required as this position needs an active U.S. Security Clearance as of day one of employment.

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Raytheon is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.

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