Senior Principal Contract Administrator

Northrop Grumman•Dulles, VA

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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 Senior Principal Contracts Administrator , located in Dulles, VA, you'll be a linchpin in missions of paramount importance, defining the art of the possible from day one. A Contract Administrator produces high quality Contract Management related products supporting the NGSP Space Superiority Division (SSD) Space Logistics OU 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
Will consider an additional 4+ years of experience in lieu of degree
Experience negotiating and administering various contract types
Understanding the requirements of government regulations, such as FAR or DFAR
Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government DoD Top-Secret security clearance

Nice To Haves

An 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)
Self-starter with strong attention to detail and the ability to function independently
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to use them in informing, presenting, and negotiating to all levels of management
Team player, independent, proactive, and possess excellent problem solving, oral and written communication, and organizational skills
Experience working with Government agencies within the Intelligence Community (IC)

Responsibilities

Prioritize proposal activities and working on multiple tasks simultaneously
Identify contractual risks and mitigate with appropriate contract provisions
Serve as key business advisor to the program managers on contractual and operational matters
Plan and execute successful contract negotiations of a complex nature and achieving targeted profit rates, favorable terms and conditions on both contracts and other agreements inclusive of teaming agreements required to assist in mitigating risk and meeting overall financial goals
Build customer intimacy despite geographical separation as well as be able to effectively cultivate those relationships early on
Make decisions in a timely manner under tight deadlines and pressure
Offer guidance and work collaboratively with a multitude of organizations ranging from technical, program, finance, global supply chain, global mobility office and security for seamless contract administration
Other duties as assigned