Contracts Administrator - Level 3

About the role

This position can also be based out of Melbourne, FL. A Contract Administrator produces high quality Contract Management related products supporting the NGSP Launch and Exploration Division (LED) Targets and Interceptors Operating Unit (TAIOU) programs.

Responsibilities

• Identify contractual risks and mitigate with appropriate contract provisions
• Serve as key business advisor to the program managers on contractual and operational matters
• Plan and execute successful contract negotiations of a complex nature and achieving targeted profit rates, favorable terms and conditions on both contracts and other agreements inclusive of teaming agreements
• To assist in mitigating risk and meeting overall financial goals
• Maintain our excellent working relationship with customers to effectively communicate, administer, modify, negotiate and terminate standard and nonstandard contractual agreements
• Offer guidance and work collaboratively with a multitude of organizations ranging from engineering, program management, finance, global supply chain, and security for seamless contract administration
• Enter and manage data in the Contract Management System (CMS)

Requirements

The ideal candidate is a team player; but also, a strong independent contributor with strong leadership skills, demonstrated problem-solving skills, and a detail-oriented approach.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with 5+ years of relevant professional contracts experience – OR – Master’s degree with 3+ years of relevant professional contracts experience.
• Will consider an additional 4+ years of experience in lieu of degree.
• Experience negotiating and administering various contract types.
• Knowledge of FAR/DFAR requirements.
• Knowledge of multiple contract types including Fixed Price and Cost Type with various fee structures.
• Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government DoD Secret security clearance.

Skills

Active Secret clearance at time of application

Benefits

Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.

Pay

Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives.

Schedule

Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay.