Contract Administrator - R10216649

Staff Contract Administrator - R

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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 – from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon.

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. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work – and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history.

As a Staff Contracts Administrator – Level 5, located in either our El Segundo, CA or Dulles, VA office, you'll be a linchpin in missions of paramount importance, defining the art of the possible from day one.

• 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.
• Maintains historical information.

• Bachelor’s degree with 12+ years of professional experience – OR – Master’s degree with 10+ years of professional experience.
• Will consider an additional 4+ years of experience in lieu of degree.
• Experience negotiating and administering various contract types.
• Understanding the requirements of government regulations, such as FAR or DFAR.
• Must have Active Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) clearance at time of application.

• An in-depth knowledge of FAR, DFAR, and UCC as well as experience with different contract types.
• Experience supporting ECPs and REAs.
• Extensive proposal support is a plus.
• NCMA Certification (CPCM, CFCM and/or CCCM).

• Self-starter with strong attention to detail and the ability to function independently.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to use them in informing, presenting, and negotiating to all levels of management.
• Team player, independent, proactive, and possess excellent problem solving, oral and written communication, and organizational skills.
• Experience working with Government agencies within the Intelligence Community.

Relocation assistance may be available.

Travel:
Yes, 10% of the time.

Clearance type: SCI.

Primary Level Salary Range: $ - $. The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the 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. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.

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. For our complete EEO and pay transparency statement, please visit  U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.