Senior Principal Contract Administrator

Northrop Grumman•San Antonio, TX

8d•$106,800 - $160,200•Onsite

About The Position

Northrop Grumman Mission Systems (NGMS) Sector is looking for a Senior Principal Contract Administrator based out of San Antonio, TX. This position will support the rapidly growing businesses in the Cyber and Information Solutions (CIS) Business Unit, specifically the Cyber & Cryptographic Solutions (C&CS) OU. The job assignment is for production and development programs across multiple customers. The selected candidate will have experience supporting work conducted in classified environments, focused on programs conducting cybersecurity services and development, for both prime contracts and subcontract purchase orders. They will be required to deal effectively with competing priorities/deadline and manage multiple tasks. The candidate must possess the ability to work well with the C&CS Program Directors and Business Managers on high-visibility programs, effectively deal with external customers, and meet the goals/objectives of the program teams.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree and 8 years of experience in Contract Administration or related field (i.e. legal), or Master's Degree and 6 years of work experience.
12 years of applied experience in lieu of degree requirement.
Experience advising on a wide range of contractual and business-related matters including proposal strategy, estimating & pricing, audits, contract formation and customer relationships.
Experience interacting with senior internal and external personnel on significant matters often requiring coordination between organizations.
Strong working knowledge of the FAR, DFAR, and other U.S. Federal Government Contracting Regulations.
Experience with various contract types including, Cost-Plus Incentive Fee (CPIF), Firm Fixed Price (FFP), and Time and Material (T&M) contracts.
A current/active U.S. Government TS/SCI is required with the ability to obtain and maintain a Full Scope Poly Clearance.
US Citizenship required.

Nice To Haves

Demonstrated leadership qualities; ability to start, oversee, and follow-through with major assignments and responsibilities.
A current/active U.S. Government TS/SCI clearance with a current/active Full Scope Poly Clearance

Responsibilities

Lead solicitation and RFP review/analysis, proposal preparation, and signoff.
Examine estimates of material, equipment services, production costs, performance requirements, and delivery schedules to ensure accuracy and completeness.
Negotiate, administer, extend and close standard and nonstandard contracts.
Provide for proper contract acquisition and fulfillment in accordance with company policies, legal requirements, and customer specifications.
Establish successful working relationships with customers via email, telephone and in-person when appropriate.
Collaborate effectively with the program team (finance, supply chain, quality & mission assurance, legal, pricing, and compliance) to recommend and complete actions to ensure satisfactory program performance.
Work with program business management team to closely monitor contract funding and payments.
Advise management of contractual rights and obligations.
Compile and analyze data.
Maintain historical information including official correspondence.
Enter and maintain contract data into Contract Management System and /or Enterprise Resource Planning System.
Ensure timely delivery of all contractual deliverables and submission of invoices.
Analyze and negotiate non-disclosure agreements, teaming agreements, software licensing agreements, and other memoranda.