Principal Contract Administrator

Relocation assistance is not available. A Top Secret U.S. Government clearance is required to start. Travel is expected (10% of the time). U.S. citizenship is required.

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.

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.

This position will support the rapidly growing businesses in the Cyber and Information Solutions (CIS) Business Unit, specifically the Cyber & Cryptographic Solutions (C&CS) OU, based out of Annapolis Junction, MD or San Antonio, TX.

Responsibilities

• Lead solicitation and RFP review/analysis, proposal preparation, and signoff.
• Examine estimates of material, equipment services, production costs, performance requirements, and delivery schedules to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Negotiate, administer, extend, and close standard and nonstandard contracts.
• Provide for proper contract acquisition and fulfillment in accordance with company policies, legal requirements, and customer specifications.
• Establish successful working relationships with customers via email, telephone, and in-person when appropriate.
• Collaborate effectively with the program team (finance, supply chain, quality & mission assurance, legal, pricing, and compliance) to recommend and complete actions ensuring satisfactory program performance.
• Work with the program business management team to closely monitor contract funding and payments.
• Advise management of contractual rights and obligations.
• Compile and analyze data; maintain historical information including official correspondence.
• Enter and maintain contract data into Contract Management System and/or Enterprise Resource Planning System.
• Ensure timely delivery of all contractual deliverables and submission of invoices.
• Analyze and negotiate non-disclosure agreements, teaming agreements, software licensing agreements, and other memoranda.

The successful candidate will gather, organize, and relay information; collaborate in a team environment; demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills; and work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

Requirements

• 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. Will accept 9 years of applied experience in lieu of degree requirement.
• Experience working with Microsoft Office Suite (specifically Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) and Adobe.
• Familiarity with contract terms and conditions (FARS and DFARS) in proposal development, negotiation, and contract administration.
• Understanding of commercial/U.S. Government contractual instruments including contract type, terms and conditions, and contract financing vehicles.
• Experience with various contract types including Cost-Plus Incentive Fee (CPIF), Firm Fixed Price (FFP), and Time and Material (T&M) contracts.
• A current/active U.S. Government TS/SCI clearance is required with the ability to obtain and maintain a Full Scope Poly Clearance.
• U.S. Citizenship required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated leadership qualities; ability to start, oversee, and follow-through with major assignments and responsibilities.
• A current/active U.S. Government TS/SCI clearance with a current/active Full Scope Poly Clearance.

Benefits

• Health Plan
• Savings Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Education Assistance
• Training and Development
• 9/80 Work Schedule (where available)

Pay

Primary level salary range: $85,600.00 - $141,200.00. The above salary range represents a general guideline; Northrop Grumman considers factors such as scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's experience, education, skills, and current market conditions. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base 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.