Northrop Grumman Mission Systems is a trusted provider of mission-enabling solutions for global security. We have a wide portfolio of secure, affordable, integrated, and multi-domain systems and technologies. Our differentiated battle management and cyber solutions deliver timely, mission-enabling information and provide superior situational awareness and understanding to protect the U.S. and its global allies.
Northrop Grumman Mission Systems is looking for you to join our team as a Contracts/ Principal Contract Administrator and join the Networked Information Solutions (NIS) Division, Communication, Navigation, Identification (CNI) Operating Unit (OU) contracts team. This position will act as the primary interface with business partners and prime customers for proposal preparation, contract negotiation, and contract administration.
This requisition may be filled as a Contract Administrator or Principal Contract Administrator. This position may be staffed as a hybrid role from San Diego, CA and offers the 9/80 schedule.
What You Will Get To Do:
The Contract Administrator/Principal Contract Administrator will manage assigned contracts in accordance with company policies, legal requirements, and customer specifications. Additionally, this position will ensure that contractual obligations are communicated and understood, ensure fulfillment of contract requirements, manage contract changes, and maintain historical information.
Responsibilities:
Administers, extends, negotiates and terminates standard and nonstandard contracts.
Conducts proposal preparation, contract negotiation, contract administration, and customer contact activities to provide for proper contract acquisition and fulfillment in accordance with company policies, legal requirements, and customer specifications.
Examines estimates of material, equipment services, production costs, performance requirements, and delivery schedules to ensure accuracy and completeness.
Prepares bids; processes specifications, progress, and other reports.
Advises management of contractual rights and obligations.
Compiles and analyzes data; and maintains historical information.
Qualifications:
Basic Qualifications as a Principal Contracts Administrator:
Bachelor’s degree with 5+ years of Business, Law or related work experience or Master’s degree with 3+ years of Business, Law or related work experience - OR - 9 years of experience in lieu of a degree.
Experience using Microsoft Office including Excel, Word, Outlook, Power Point, and Teams
Experience leading proposal and negotiation efforts as contracts focal
Experience in all phases of contract lifecycle from execution to closing
Experience with administration of contracts
Experience analyzing contractual terms and their implications of obligations
Experience interacting with line management and customer representatives
The ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret clearance is required.
Preferred Qualifications:
Familiarity with U. S. Government procurement regulations (FAR/DFAR)
Professional experience in a regulated industry such as Aerospace & Defense, Insurance, Financial Services, or Telecommunications
A current/active DoD Secret clearance
What We Can Offer You:
Northrop Grumman provides a comprehensive benefits package and a work environment which encourages your growth and supports the mutual success of our people and our company. Northrop Grumman benefits give you the flexibility and control to choose the benefits that make the most sense for you and your family.
Your benefits will include the following: Health Plan, Savings Plan, Paid Time off and Additional Benefits including Education Assistance, Training and Development, 9/80 Work Schedule (where available), and much more!