Principal Contract Administrator / Senior Principal Contract Administrator

Northrop Grumman • Los Angeles, CA

3d • 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. 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. The Northrop Grumman Navigation, Intelligence and Connectivity Division of Northrop Grumman Mission Systems is looking you to join our team as a Principal Contract Administrator / Senior Principal Contract Administrator to support the Integrated Digital Systems Operating Unit based out of Woodland Hills, CA. This position will also support other Operating Units within the Navigation and Cockpit Systems BU. This position is full time on-site and offers the 9/80 schedule. What You'll Get to Do: The Principal Contract Administrator / Senior Principal Contract Administrator will be considered a key focal point on contract matters within the organization and must demonstrate the skill and ability to perform complex tasks. As most assignments are complex, the position will require the candidate to work independently without appreciable direction. This position will require excellent oral and written communication skills and will represent the organization as a focal point on contract matters. This position will require interaction with senior internal and external personnel on significant matters often requiring coordination between organizations and may develop and deliver presentations.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree plus 5 years relevant experience in U.S. Government contract administration and management or Masters Degree with 3 years relevant experience in U.S. Government contract administration and management
• Will consider 9 years of applied experience in lieu of degree requirement.
• Experience with FAR/DFARS
• Experience working with various contract types such as Time & Material, Cost types, Firm Fixed Price, Other Transactions, etc.
• Experience leading major assignments (start, oversee, and follow-through to completion)
• Experience with proposal development and negotiation
• Experience using Microsoft Office Suite (specifically Excel and PowerPoint) and Adobe
• Willingness and ability to travel domestically up to 10%.
• U.S. Citizenship required.
• Bachelor's Degree plus 8 years relevant experience in U.S. Government contract administration and management or Masters Degree with 5 years relevant experience in U.S. Government contract administration and management
• Will consider 12 years of applied experience in lieu of degree requirement.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in International/Direct Commercial Sales contract administration & management
• A current/active DoD Secret clearance.

Responsibilities

• Administer, extend, negotiate and terminate standard and nonstandard contracts
• Provide advice to management of contractual rights and obligations, compile and analyze data, and maintain historical information as well as be self-motivated
• Participate in proposal preparation (review, analysis, interpretation & contractual advice on terms & conditions), contract negotiations, contract administration, review and approval of contractual documentation to protect the company and provide for proper contract acquisition in accordance with the terms and conditions of the contract
• Provide contractual advice in accordance with company policies and procedures, and interface with both internal and external customers to ensure proper contract execution
• Serve as an external spokesperson for the organization on major matters pertaining to its policies, plans, and objectives
• Ensures timely and compliant deliverables for all contracts assigned

Benefits

• 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!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees