Contracts Administrator - Contracts Operations

Relocation assistance may be available. Secret clearance required. Travel required (10% of the time).

About the role

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. 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.

This position is for a Principal Contracts Administrator - Contracts Operations (Level 3) or Senior Principal Contracts Administrator - Contracts Operations (Level 4). Ideally located in El Segundo, CA, but may also report to Melbourne, FL, Rancho Bernardo, CA, Palmdale, CA, Oklahoma City, OK, or Clearfield, UT. Our team is known for its inclusive, family environment and excellent work/life balance.

The Contracts Administrator will support the Sector and Division Contracts organizations, acting as a focal point for contracts process, policies, and industry regulations, including the Risk Work Authorization (RWA) system and SOX self-audit process. This role includes managing reporting responsibilities, attending sector meetings, and serving as the primary Learning Exchange (LX) administrator. The successful candidate will have strong organizational and communication skills and act as a conduit between the Aeronautics System Sector Contracts organization and other sectors and functions.

Responsibilities

• Manage reporting responsibilities related to RWAs, SOX Controls, Closeouts, UCAs, and other topics on a monthly, quarterly, or bi-annual basis.
• Attend Sector meetings, working groups, and compliance councils; act as primary owner for resulting actions.
• Serve as the primary Learning Exchange (LX) administrator, maintaining functional trainings in LX and My Learning Experience (MLE).
• Provide support and facilitation for the Enterprise Contracts Training and Certification (ECTAC) program, including communicating with instructors, setting up classes, facilitating live sessions, recording attendance, and closing classes.
• Act as a focal point for Aeronautics Systems Sector to manage data calls at the Sector and Enterprise level.
• Identify potential process/system enhancements and act as a focal point for PrOP updates.
• Utilize SAP S/4, Analysis Office, PIEE/WAWF, MOCAS Data Access, and other reporting tools to perform business analysis.
• Support initiatives and ad hoc requests from Sector and Corporate leadership.

Requirements

Level 3 (Principal)

• Bachelor’s degree and 5 years of related experience OR Master’s degree and 3 years of related experience in contracts management, pricing, billing, accounting, finance, or similar fields.
• Experience creating and presenting business presentations using MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint).
• Experience ensuring compliance with FAR/DFARS regulations.
• SAP S/4 experience, ideally in Sales & Distribution (SD), Project Systems (PS), Financial Reporting, Billing, or Intercompany Work Order (IWO) processes.
• Data mining, analytical, and problem-solving capabilities.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Clearance.

Level 4 (Senior Principal)

• Bachelor’s degree and 8 years of related experience OR Master’s degree and 6 years of related experience in contracts management, pricing, billing, accounting, finance, or similar fields.
• Experience creating and presenting business presentations using MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint).
• Experience ensuring compliance with FAR/DFARS regulations.
• SAP S/4 experience, ideally in Sales & Distribution (SD), Project Systems (PS), Financial Reporting, Billing, or Intercompany Work Order (IWO) processes, including integration with other SAP modules.
• Data mining, analytical, and problem-solving capabilities.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Clearance.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in contracts management/administration.
• Advanced Excel skills (Pivot tables, XLOOKUP, macros).
• Knowledge of SAP SD module and general corporate business processes.
• Experience with SAP SD module reporting and BW/OLAP reporting.
• Demonstrated process improvement using a disciplined approach.
• Strong change-management and process-documentation skills.
• Proficiency in running S/4 Embedded Analytics and Analysis Office reports.
• Ability to work collaboratively to drive positive outcomes.

Skills

• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to listen, communicate, collaborate, and influence effectively across levels and functions.
• Project management skills, including setting and maintaining accountability to execution schedules.
• Ability to lead through and adapt to obstacles and challenges.
• Commitment to regulatory compliance and internal controls.

Benefits

• Exceptional learning opportunities and exposure to a wide variety of projects and customers.
• Inclusive, family-friendly environment with excellent work/life balance.
• Health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance.
• Savings plan with Company 401K matching program.
• 9/80 work schedule.
• Paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and personal business.
• Annual bonuses based on individual contributions and company results.
• Eligibility for overtime, shift differential, and discretionary bonuses depending on the position.

Pay

Salary ranges depend on location and follow Northrop Grumman’s geographic salary bands:

Level 3 (Principal)

• Oklahoma City, OK: $77,000 – $115,200
• Melbourne, FL and Clearfield, UT: $81,400 – $122,000
• California: $94,200 – $141,200

Level 4 (Senior Principal)

• Oklahoma City, OK: $96,200 – $144,200
• Melbourne, FL and Clearfield, UT: $101,400 – $152,200
• California: $117,500 – $176,300

Base salary offers consider scope, responsibilities, candidate experience, education, skills, and current market conditions. Employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and discretionary bonuses.