Manager Contract Administration 2

Northrop Grumman • Baltimore, MD

69d • $123,400 - $185,000

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. At the heart of Defining Possible is our commitment to missions. In rapidly changing global security environments, Northrop Grumman brings informed insights and software-secure technology to enable strategic planning. We're looking for innovators who can help us keep building on our wide portfolio of secure, affordable, integrated, and multi-domain systems and technologies that fuel those missions. By joining in our shared mission, we'll support yours of expanding your personal network and developing skills, whether you are new to the field, or an industry thought leader. At Northrop Grumman, you'll have the resources, support, and team to do some of the best work of your career. Northrop Grumman Mission Systems is seeking a Manager 2 of Contract Administration to join the Land & Maritime Systems (LMS) business unit in the Maritime/Land Systems & Sensors (MLSS) division. The successful candidate would manage a team of skilled Contract Professionals supporting the Advanced Land Sensors (ALS) operating unit. This is a unique opportunity to build leadership experience, mentoring relationships and networks, and career growth contributing to a diverse portfolio with sector priority/franchise programs and captures. This position is full-time on-site in Linthicum, MD.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree with a minimum of 8+ years applied or related experience or master's degree with a minimum of 6+ years applied or related experience. Will consider 12 years of relevant experience in lieu of a degree.
• Prior experience with the Department of Defense (DoD) and a variety of contract types such as Cost Plus, Fixed Price, etc.
• Demonstrated understanding of and experience with the Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) / Defense Federal Acquisition Regulations Supplement (DFARS).
• Demonstrated experience with MS365, Outlook, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to obtain a Secret clearance.

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience successfully managing a team of professionals with varying experience levels.
• Prior experience managing large scale (ACAT I) DoD contracts as a Prime.
• Prior experience managing international Direct Commercial Sale (DCS) and Foreign Military Sales (FMS) contracts.
• Prior experience managing or supporting large scale competitive captures.
• Prior experience managing or supporting programs progressing from product development through rapid prototyping and initial production phases.
• Active Secret clearance at time of application.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of 4 professionals, with a focus on training, professional development and team engagement.
• Provide trusted and valued advice and guidance on contractual matters and business aspects in support of operating unit goals.
• Review and approve contractual documents for protection of the company's contractual/risk posture, satisfaction of contractual requirements, and adherence to company policies, legal requirements, and customer specifications.
• Plan and execute successful contract negotiations and achieving targeted profit rates as well as favorable terms and conditions to assist in meeting profit and cash goals.
• Make decisions in a timely manner, offer guidance, and work cooperatively with a variety of organizations ranging from technical, program, finance, supply chain, legal, export, and security.
• Collaboration with leadership to provide concise guidance related to Approval of Commitments for Company Products and Services and other procedures.

Benefits

• Health Plan
• Savings Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Education Assistance
• Training and Development
• 9/80 Work Schedule (where available)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Industry: Transportation Equipment Manufacturing
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees