Sr. Principal Contract Administrator-4
About The Position
Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems is seeking a Sr. Principal Contract Administrator (Level 4) in El Segundo, California. The position follows a 9/80 schedule, with every other Friday off, and requires daily in-office attendance. Travel is required approximately 10% of the time. The Contracts Administrator participates in proposal preparation, contract negotiations, contract administration, and customer contract activities. The role manages assigned contracts in accordance with company policies, legal requirements, and customer specifications, serving as a primary interface with customers. The administrator communicates and clarifies contractual obligations, ensures contract requirements are fulfilled, manages contract changes, proactively administers contracts, and maintains historical information. The role supports high-visibility programs, including Division and Sector submittals and reviews, and involves negotiation with customers as a strategic team member.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree and 8 years of experience in contracts management/administration and/or industry-related experience; or master's degree and 6 years; or Ph.D. and 4 years.
- Working knowledge of FAR/DFARS and/or government regulations.
- Working knowledge of U.S. Government contracting.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Excel and PowerPoint, and Adobe Acrobat.
- Aerospace/Defense industry experience.
- Ability to travel at least 10%.
- Excellent communication skills and ability to meet high-performance expectations and tight deadlines in a dynamic, complex environment.
Nice To Haves
- Experience negotiating FAR terms and conditions.
- Law, business, or other relevant advanced degree.
Responsibilities
- Review contract terms and conditions for financial terms, acceptance criteria, delivery requirements, warranties, intellectual property, termination provisions, indemnification, and other potential risks; recommend risk mitigation strategies.
- Develop solutions to routine and complex contractual matters under general supervision to ensure company compliance with contract requirements on assigned programs.
- Assist management in achieving financial goals related to cash management and sales.
- Prepare written communications with internal and external customers regarding assigned contractual matters.
- Maintain contract data in the Contract Management System and/or Enterprise Accounting System.
- Ensure timely delivery of contractual deliverables and submission of invoices.
- Participate in contract proposal preparation, negotiations, contract administration, and customer contract activities.
- Communicate contractual obligations to customers and internal stakeholders, manage contract changes, and maintain historical contract information.
Benefits
- Health insurance coverage
- Life insurance
- Disability insurance
- Savings plan
- Company-paid holidays
- Paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business
- Potential eligibility for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus, depending on the position
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
