Staff Contract Administrator

Northrop Grumman•Melbourne, FL

10d•$126,400 - $189,600•Onsite

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. As a Staff Contracts Administrator, you will be the pivotal linchpin that transforms opportunity into agreement, driving program success and opening new growth avenues. Working side‑by‑side with the program management team, you will ensure every contract is executed efficiently and effectively, safeguarding both company and customer interests. This Subject Matter Expert role is integral to our program and division operations, while providing lead support to the rest of the team. This full‑time, on‑site position is based at in Melbourne, FL.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree and 13+ years of relevant directly related experience, or Master's degree and 11+ years of directly relevant experience.
Strong technical acumen in Microsoft Office Suite (specifically Excel, PowerPoint, and Word) and Adobe
In-depth knowledge of FAR/DFARS and demonstrated experience with different contract types.
Must have capable & effective proposal development skills, excellent negotiation skills, and excellent oral and written communication skills
Must have experience in technical data packages and data rights.
Must have an active Secret security clearance, with the most recent periodic investigation completed in the last 5 years.

Nice To Haves

Active Top Secret security clearance
Experience in the Aerospace Industry
Experience in Larger Complex Proposals
Extensive DoD Contracting experience with USG and Prime customers
Experience working restricted programs, proven ability to work in closed program areas.

Responsibilities

Act as primary interface with customer for contractual issues; Monitor contract and associated program to ensure contractual obligations are communicated and understood.
Conducts proposal preparation, contract negotiation, contract administration, and customer contact activities for proper contract acquisition and fulfillment per company policies, legal requirements, and customer specifications.
Work to develop solutions to routine and complex contractual matters to ensure company compliance with contract requirements on assigned programs.
Review terms and conditions to address provisions and risks of financial terms, acceptance criteria, delivery requirements, warranty, intellectual property, termination provisions, indemnification, and all other potential risk areas and recommend risk mitigation strategies.
Prepare and manage written communications with internal and external customers for assigned contractual matters.
Ensure timely delivery of all contractual deliverables and submitting invoices, proposals, and data calls.
Ensure contract requirements are fulfilled, manage contract changes, and maintain historical information.