Principal Contract Administrator

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time

Description

At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work — and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history.

Northrop Grumman Mission Systems is a trusted provider of mission-enabling solutions for global security. We have a wide portfolio of secure, affordable, integrated, and multi-domain systems and technologies. Our differentiated battle management and cyber solutions deliver timely, mission-enabling information and provide superior situational awareness and understanding to protect the U.S. and its global allies.

Northrop Grumman Mission Systems is looking for you to join our team as a Contracts/ Principal Contract Administrator and join the Networked Information Solutions (NIS) Division, Communication, Navigation, Identification (CNI) Operating Unit (OU) contracts team. This position will act as the primary interface with business partners and prime customers for proposal preparation, contract negotiation, and contract administration.

This requisition may be filled as a Contract Administrator or Principal Contract Administrator. This position may be staffed as a hybrid role from San Diego, CA and offers the 9/80 schedule.

What You Will Get To Do:

The Contract Administrator/Principal Contract Administrator will manage assigned contracts in accordance with company policies, legal requirements, and customer specifications. Additionally, this position will ensure that contractual obligations are communicated and understood, ensure fulfillment of contract requirements, manage contract changes, and maintain historical information.

Responsibilities:

• Administers, extends, negotiates and terminates standard and nonstandard contracts.

• Conducts proposal preparation, contract negotiation, contract administration, and customer contact activities to provide for proper contract acquisition and fulfillment in accordance with company policies, legal requirements, and customer specifications.

• Examines estimates of material, equipment services, production costs, performance requirements, and delivery schedules to ensure accuracy and completeness.

• Prepares bids; processes specifications, progress, and other reports.

• Advises management of contractual rights and obligations.

• Compiles and analyzes data; and maintains historical information.

Qualifications:

 Basic Qualifications as a Principal Contracts Administrator:

• Bachelor’s degree with 5+ years of Business, Law or related work experience or Master’s degree with 3+ years of Business, Law or related work experience - OR - 9 years of experience in lieu of a degree.

• Experience using Microsoft Office including Excel, Word, Outlook, Power Point, and Teams

• Experience leading proposal and negotiation efforts as contracts focal

• Experience in all phases of contract lifecycle from execution to closing

• Experience with administration of contracts

• Experience analyzing contractual terms and their implications of obligations

• Experience interacting with line management and customer representatives

• The ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret clearance is required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Familiarity with U. S. Government procurement regulations (FAR/DFAR)

• Professional experience in a regulated industry such as Aerospace & Defense, Insurance, Financial Services, or Telecommunications

• A current/active DoD Secret clearance

What We Can Offer You:

Northrop Grumman provides a comprehensive benefits package and a work environment which encourages your growth and supports the mutual success of our people and our company. Northrop Grumman benefits give you the flexibility and control to choose the benefits that make the most sense for you and your family. 

Your benefits will include the following: Health Plan, Savings Plan, Paid Time off and Additional Benefits including Education Assistance, Training and Development, 9/80 Work Schedule (where available), and much more!

Primary Level Salary Range: $91,200.00 - $136,800.00

The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions.

Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.

The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.

Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO and pay transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.