Staff Contract Administrator

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time

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.

• Bachelor’s degree and at least 12 years relevant experience in U.S. Government contract administration, management, and/or supply chain, or a Master’s degree with 10 years relevant experience.
• Ability to effectively work with management of other organizations (program management, subcontracts, business management, finance, and supply chain management) as well as representatives of Government agencies.
• Demonstrated understanding of and experience with FAR and DFARS.
• Demonstrated experience with various contract types such as Time & Material, Cost Reimbursable, Firm Fixed Price, etc.
• Advanced understanding of Government contracting requirements.
• Capable and effective proposal development skills, excellent negotiation skills, and excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent decision-making skills that support resolution of complex problems while minimizing risk to the corporation.
• Strong technical acumen in Microsoft Office Suite (specifically Excel, PowerPoint, and Word) and Adobe.
• Demonstrated in-depth knowledge of FAR/DFARS, including application across multiple contract types and life-cycle phases (capture through closeout).
• Experience in technical data packages and data rights.
• Active Secret security clearance, with the most recent periodic investigation completed in the last 5 years.
• Ability to obtain and maintain program-specific accesses as required.

 

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with internal and external customers.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently.
• Ability to learn and utilize various data entry/software tools and to adapt with changes to those tools.
• Experience in the Aerospace/Defense industry.
• Experience in larger, complex proposals, competitively and sole source.
• Experience working restricted programs; proven ability to work in closed program areas.
• Experience working in early development stage
• Demonstrated experience leading cross-functional negotiation teams and presenting negotiation strategies and outcomes to senior leadership.
• Experience mentoring or coaching junior contracts professionals.

Primary Level Salary Range: $146,300.00 - $219,500.00

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.