Senior Principal Contract Administrator

Northrop Grumman

102d • $108,400 - $170,300

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. Expand your horizons, advance your career, and contribute to a secure future for generations. Northrop Grumman's Space Sector invites you to bring your pioneering spirit to our inclusive team. As a Contracts Administrator - Level 4 (Senior Principal), located in Dulles, VA or any NGC office location in the DMV area, you'll be a linchpin in missions of paramount importance, defining the art of the possible from day one. A Contract Compliance Administrator produces high quality Contract Management related products supporting the NGSP Tactical Space Systems Division (TSSD) Space Domain Awareness (SDA) programs. This position requires a basic understanding of DOD contracting, excellent communication skills, strong technology acumen in M365, as well as interpersonal and organizational skills. The ideal candidate is a team player; but also, a strong independent contributor with strong leadership skills, demonstrated problem-solving skills, and a detail-oriented approach.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree with 8+ years of professional experience – OR – Master’s degree with 6+ years of professional experience.
• Experience negotiating and administering various contract types.
• Understanding the requirements of government regulations, such as FAR or DFAR.
• Requires an active U.S. Government DoD Top-Secret security clearance at time of application.

Nice To Haves

• Active Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) clearance at time of application.
• In-depth knowledge of FAR, DFAR, and UCC as well as experience with different contract types.
• Experience supporting ECPs and REAs.
• Extensive Proposal Support is a plus.
• NCMA Certification (CPCM, CFCM and/or CCCM).

Responsibilities

• Prioritize activities and work on multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Serve as key business advisor to the contracts organization on contractual, regulatory, and operational matters.
• Help advise the Contracts’ organization in the identification and mitigation of contractual risks.
• Collaborate with other Contract Operations functions to perform ongoing monitoring and compliance.
• Provide data extraction and analysis from ERP systems and contract management system(s) to support compliance requests.
• Work independently and in group settings to make decisions, ensuring high levels of collaboration with stakeholders.
• Support special projects, communications, and develop positive relationships at all levels.
• Prepare and present briefings to senior level internal & external customers.
• Lead training regarding contracts compliance, audits, regulatory updates, etc.
• Lead interface with Internal Audit, DCMA/DCAA and other external auditors.
• Lead and perform annual self-assessments and regular monitoring activities for the contracts team.
• Manage updates for Work Instructions, Manuals, team websites, etc.
• Build customer intimacy despite geographical separation.
• Make decisions in a timely manner under tight deadlines and pressure.
• Offer guidance and work collaboratively with various organizations.

Benefits

• Health insurance coverage.
• Life and disability insurance.
• Savings plan.
• Company paid holidays.
• Paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree