Principal/Sr Principal Contract Administrator

Job description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE TYPE: None

TRAVEL: No

**Description**

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.

At the heart of Defining Possible is our commitment to missions.

In rapidly changing global security environments, Northrop Grumman brings informed insights and software-secure technology to enable strategic planning.

We’re looking for innovators who can help us keep building on our wide portfolio of secure, affordable, integrated, and multi-domain systems and technologies that fuel those missions.

By joining in our shared mission, we’ll support yours of expanding your personal network and developing skills, whether you are new to the field, or an industry thought leader.

At Northrop Grumman, you’ll have the resources, support, and team to do some of the best work of your career.

Northrop Grumman is seeking an experienced and motivated professional for a **Principal/Sr. Principal Contract Administrator** (can be filled at either level) position joining the Maritime Systems & Integration Operating Unit (OU).

This a full-time position.

This person can be based out of our **Charlottesville, VA, Bethpage, NY or Ocean Springs, MS** office.

The expectation is to be in the office full time.

The successful candidate will be a direct report to the Contracts Manager, in Charlottesville, VA.

The job assignment supports a variety of programs and logistical (Spares/Repairs/Services) across multiple customers focused on delivering the latest and greatest software, technology, and services for contracts with US Government and commercial customers.

This position will work closely on a day-to-day basis with the OU leadership team including program management, business management, operations, capture managers, and other functional teams.

If you’re interested in joining a collaborative, supportive, results-driven dynamic organization, then we encourage you to apply for this position.

**What You Will Get To Do:**

In this role, the selected candidate will be responsible for, but not limited to, the following activities:

+ Lead solicitation and RFP review/analysis, proposal preparation, and signoff.

Specifically for terms or conditions and contract requirements that drive risk or provide mitigation to the proposal bid price, and eventual contract execution on cost and on schedule.
+ 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 (program management, finance, supply chain, legal, pricing, and compliance) to recommend and complete actions to ensure satisfactory program performance.

Work with 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.

**Qualifications:**

**Qualifications for Contract Administrator (Band 3):**

+ 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.

We will accept 9 years of relevant experience in lieu of a degree.
+ Experience working with Microsoft Office Suite (specifically Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) and Adobe Acrobat
+ Working knowledge of defense contracting
+ Experience working with contract terms and conditions (FAR and DFARS), proposal development, negotiation, and contract administration
+ Understanding of commercial/US Government contractual instruments including contract type, terms and conditions, and contract financing vehicles
+ Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret security clearance

**Qualifications for Senior Principal Contract Administrator (Band 4):**

+ Bachelor’s degree with 8+ years of Business, Law or related work experience or master’s degree with 6+ years of Business, Law, or related work experience.

We will accept 12 years of relevant experience in lieu of a degree.
+ Comprehensive knowledge of defense contracting
+ Extensive experience with contract terms and conditions (FAR and DFARS), risk mitigation practices, proposal development, pricing analysis, contract negotiation, and contract administration
+ Understanding of commercial/US Government contractual instruments including contract type, terms and conditions, and contract financing vehicles
+ Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret security clearance

**Preferred Qualifications for Principal and Sr Principal Levels:**

+ 4+ years of DoD Contracts Experience
+ Active U.S. Government Secret Security Clearance

**What We Can Offer You**

Northrop Grumman provides a comprehensive benefits package and a work environment which encourages your growth and supports the mutual success of our people and our company.

Northrop Grumman benefits give you the flexibility and control to choose the benefits that make the most sense for you and your family.

Your benefits will include the following: Health Plan, Savings Plan, Paid Time Off and Additional Benefits including Education Assistance, Training and Development, 9/80 Work Schedule (where available), and much more.

**MSBSMG**

Primary Level Salary Range: $78,700.00 - $136,800.00

Secondary Level Salary Range: $98,100.00 - $170,300.00

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.

The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date.

However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.

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 http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO.

U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.

Required Skill Profession

Other General