Manager Contract Administration 2

Northrop Grumman•San Diego, CA

9d•$133,100 - $199,700•Onsite

About The Position

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. We are looking for you to join our team as a Manager 2 - Contract Administration based out of San Diego, CA. This is an onsite position that offers the 9/80 schedule.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree with 8 years of industry related experience in contract administration/management – OR – a Master’s degree with 6 years of industry related experience as outlined above. Will consider 12 years of applied experience in lieu of degree requirement.
Knowledge of Contracts Administration in a FAR/DFARS environment
Knowledge and understanding of pricing principles and FAR/DFARS as well as associated Federal Contracting regulations.
Background in DoD contracting with prior experience with the USG and/or major defense contractor customers.
Experience negotiating various contract types of varying sizes and types of agreements with the USG and/or major defense contractor customers.
Prior experience presenting to all levels of management.
Advanced proposal strategy and contract formation experience.
Experience using Microsoft Office including Outlook, Excel, Teams and PowerPoint.
Prior leadership experience or supervisor experience
US Citizenship

Nice To Haves

Degree in Business, Finance, or related discipline
JD or MBA
Familiarity with SAP based systems.
NCMA Certification (CPCM, CFCM and/or CCCM)
Advanced knowledge of MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).
The ability to obtain and maintain a US Government Secret clearance.

Responsibilities

Lead within the Navigation, Intelligence and Connectivity Division reporting to the Manager of the Fighter Networked Systems (FNS) Operating Unit (OU).
Responsible for all aspects of the NIC Division portfolio delivering successful financial performance, risk mitigation, change management, and customer satisfaction.
Responsible for the direct supervision, management, and success of a staff of 8 contracts professionals.
Lead their team in conducting proposal preparation, contract negotiation, contract administration, and customer contact activities to provide for proper contract acquisition and fulfillment in accordance with company policies, business strategy, legal requirements, and customer specifications.
Provide objective-oriented direction utilizing management guidelines, general policies, and maintain a strong level of engagement, while dynamically leading, inspiring, motivating and developing a team of contract professionals.