Principal or Sr. Principal Contract Administrator

Northrop Grumman • San Diego, CA

124d • $91,200 - $136,800

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 has an opening for a Level 3 Principal or Level 4 Sr. Principal Contract Administrator to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals! This position will support on site in San Diego as well as a hybrid teleworking schedule. The successful candidate will interface with the external customer, internal program management team, functional management, and senior leadership to provide contractual council and administrative support and analysis to meet program requirements. Prepares bids; advises management of contractual rights and obligations; compiles and analyzes data; and maintains historical information.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree with 5 years of experience in contracts management, contract administration, or a Master's degree with 3 years of experience in contracts management, contract administration for Level 3.
• Bachelor's degree with 8 years of experience in contracts management, contract administration, or a Master's degree with 6 years of experience in contracts management, contract administration for Level 4.
• Aerospace and Defense industry experience.
• Experience in contract negotiations.
• Working knowledge and understanding of FAR and DFARS and ability to efficiently and effectively research FAR/DFAR information.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Clearance.

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience with a variety of contract types such as Cost Plus, Fixed Price, Fixed Price Incentive Fee, etc.
• Solid foundation in interpreting and drafting changes to US Government contracts, non-disclosure agreements, and similar documents.
• Prior experience supporting contracts consisting of complex production efforts.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to be flexible and change directions when needed.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Active DoD Secret/Top Secret Clearance (with a background investigation completed within the last 5 years or currently enrolled into Continuous Evaluation).

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.
• Processes specifications, progress, and other reports.
• Advises management of contractual rights and obligations.
• Compiles and analyzes data.
• Maintains historical information.

Benefits

• Flexible work arrangements.
• Phenomenal learning opportunities.
• Exposure to a wide variety of projects and customers.
• Friendly team environment.
• Exceptional benefits/healthcare.
• 9/80 schedule.
• Great 401K matching program.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Transportation Equipment Manufacturing
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree