Principal Contract Administrator/ Sr Principal Contract Administrator - 18570

Northrop Grumman•Roy, UT

8d•$81,400 - $152,200

About The Position

Northrop Grumman Defense Systems is seeking a Principal Contract Administrator or Sr. Principal Contracts Administrator to support the Strategic Deterrent Systems Division and its large, complex Sentinel Program in Roy, Utah. Sentinel is a high-profile development program to modernize the ground-based leg of the U.S. strategic nuclear triad. The position works closely with program leadership, including managers, directors, and vice presidents, as well as engineers and other stakeholders. Relocation assistance may be available. The successful candidate will apply knowledge of U.S. federal government contracting and strong communication, interpersonal, organizational, leadership, and problem-solving skills. The role requires a proactive, detail-oriented team contributor who can also work independently. The requisition may be filled at either the Principal or Sr. Principal level.

Requirements

For the Principal level: bachelor's degree and 5 years of Contracts, Procurement Administration, or related professional experience; or master's degree and 3 years of such experience; or Ph.D. and 1 year of such experience.
For the Sr. Principal level: bachelor's degree and 8 years of Contracts, Procurement Administration, or related professional experience; or master's degree and 6 years of such experience; or Ph.D. and 4 years of such experience.
At least 5 years of experience working with the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), including contract administration, acquisition, and pricing principles.
Experience with various contract types, including cost reimbursement, cost-plus-incentive-fee, other incentive-type, firm-fixed-price, and time-and-materials contracts.
Experience interpreting and working with changes or modifications to government contracts and other contractual documents, such as nondisclosure agreements, memorandums of agreement, and teaming agreements.
Working knowledge of Microsoft 365.
Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Secret security clearance; U.S. citizenship is required.
Strong communication, interpersonal, organizational, leadership, problem-solving, and attention-to-detail skills, as described for the role.

Nice To Haves

Active Department of Defense Top Secret clearance or equivalent Federal civilian agency clearance.
Experience administering large, highly complex DoD weapon-system development contracts or other large, complex U.S. Government contracts involving multiple contract types and pricing arrangements, option periods, design, hardware/software development, testing, manufacturing, and Government-owned or furnished property.
Experience with MDAP ACAT I, large multi-site, high-visibility, or politically sensitive programs subject to intensive Government oversight.
Extensive post-award contract change-management experience, including modifications, equitable adjustment requests, disputes, constructive changes, cost and schedule impacts, undefinitized contract actions, and unpriced change orders.
Experience supporting or leading contracts administration for mid-tier company or Government operating units, business units, divisions, or branches, and working with cross-functional leadership, engineering teams, and program/project managers.
Experience preparing proposals and negotiating complex, large U.S. Government contracts and contract modifications.
Knowledge of and experience with the Defense FAR Supplement (DFARS).
Experience guiding and mentoring less-experienced contracts administration personnel.
Advanced Microsoft Office Suite and collaboration-tool skills, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, Teams, and Outlook.
Excellent verbal and written communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills; attention to detail; ability to manage priorities in a fast-paced environment; and effectiveness with U.S. Government customers and internal stakeholders.
DoD Contracting Professional Certification, equivalent U.S. Government civilian agency certification, or professional certification such as NCMA CPCM or CFCM, or Northrop Grumman ECTAC certification.
Ability to proactively pursue issue resolution and coordinate with stakeholders, working independently and as part of a team.
Familiarity with cost/price analysis and Truthful Cost or Pricing Data, including reviewing and defending certified cost or pricing data, supporting audits, and addressing audit findings.
Familiarity with contracts in an Earned Value Management System environment, including IPMDAR, CPR, and IMS reporting.
Familiarity with DoD contractor business-system requirements and associated clauses for accounting, estimating, EVMS, purchasing, and property.
Experience negotiating and administering technical-data and computer-software rights, including data/software markings and license strategies.
Experience with U.S. Government security requirements.
Experience with U.S. Government export-control requirements.

Responsibilities

Act as the primary customer interface for contractual issues.
Monitor contracts and associated programs to communicate and ensure understanding of contractual obligations.
Participate in contract proposal preparation, negotiations, contract administration, change management, and customer contract activities in accordance with company policies, legal requirements, and customer requirements.
Develop solutions to routine and complex contractual matters under general supervision and ensure compliance with contract requirements.
Ensure contract requirements are fulfilled, manage contract changes, and maintain historical information.
Review contract terms and conditions for wording, requirements, and risks involving financial terms, acceptance criteria, delivery requirements, warranties, intellectual property, termination provisions, indemnification, and other risk areas; recommend risk mitigation strategies.
Prepare and manage written communications with internal and external customers regarding assigned contractual matters.
Enter and maintain contract data in the Contract Management System and/or Enterprise Accounting System.
Ensure timely delivery of contractual deliverables and submission of invoices.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision coverage
401(k)
Educational assistance
Life insurance
Employee assistance programs and work/life solutions
Paid time off
Health and wellness resources
Employee discounts
Company-paid holidays
Potential relocation assistance
Potential overtime, shift differential, and discretionary annual bonus, depending on the position