Contracts Administrator - Contracts Operations

Relocation assistance may be available. A Secret clearance is required for this role. Travel is expected, up to 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 our El Segundo, CA offices, the selected candidate may also report to major sector office locations in Melbourne, FL, Rancho Bernardo, CA, Palmdale, CA, Oklahoma City, OK, or Clearfield, UT.

Our team is well-known for its inclusive, family environment, as well as our 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 management of the SOX self-audit process for contract set-up.

Responsibilities

• Manage various reporting responsibilities related to RWAs, SOX Controls, Closeouts, UCAs, and other topics as necessary (monthly, quarterly, or bi-annually).
• 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 regular support and facilitation of 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 supporting data calls and information requests.
• Support initiatives and ad-hoc requests from Sector and Corporate leadership.
• Ensure strong commitment to regulatory compliance and internal controls.

Requirements

Level 3 (Principal)

• Bachelor’s degree and 5 years of related experience or Master’s degree and 3 years of related experience.
• Experience in contracts management/administration, pricing, billing, accounting, finance, cost management, or similar business/industry responsibilities.
• Experience creating and presenting business presentations using MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint) and managing complex projects across multiple functions.
• 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.
• Strong 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.
• Experience in contracts management/administration, pricing, billing, accounting, finance, cost management, or similar business/industry responsibilities.
• Experience creating and presenting business presentations using MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint) and managing complex projects across multiple functions.
• 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, and/or integration with other SAP modules.
• Strong 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 (Sales and Distribution) module and general corporate business processes.
• Experience with SAP SD module reporting and BW/OLAP reporting.
• Demonstrated ability to advise and interact with senior management across sectors.
• Proven 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.
• Ability to lead through and adapt to obstacles and challenges.
• Strong project management skills, including setting and maintaining accountability to execution schedules.
• Ability to complete requirements in a fast-paced, multifaceted environment.

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/or personal business.
• Annual bonuses rewarding individual contributions and company results.
• Eligibility for overtime, shift differential, and discretionary bonuses (position-dependent).
• Long Term Incentives for Vice President or Director positions.

Pay

Salary ranges depend on the position level and location, following 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 additional compensation, including overtime, shift differentials, and discretionary bonuses.