Contract Administrator

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time
## 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.

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.

We are looking for you to join our team as a  Contract Administrator  based out of  Linthicum, MD or Rolling Meadows, IL. This is a full-time on-site position.  This is an onsite position that offers the 9/80 schedule.

What You’ll Get to Do

As an integral member of the Tactical Modernization Solutions Operating Unit, the Contract Administrator will  be responsible for supporting proposal preparation, contract negotiation, contract administration, and customer contact activities to provide and ensure proper contract acquisition and fulfillment in accordance with company policies, legal requirements, and customer requirements.

The Contracts Administrator will be an embedded member of the program management team, supporting program success and new growth opportunities across the portfolio. This position will require a thorough understanding of contracting and experience negotiating complex terms and conditions and will primarily focus on continued execution of various direct commercial sale procurement contracts, post-production support and warranty. USG contracts are also included within the portfolio as is the extensive review and administration associated with select new business pursuits across the Business Unit.

The Contracts Administrator will participate in contract proposal preparation, contract negotiations, contract administration, and customer contract activities to manage assigned contracts in accordance with company policies, legal requirements, and customer specifications.  As primary interface with customer, the Contracts Administrator will ensure that contractual obligations are communicated and understood, ensure fulfillment of contract requirements,  manage contract changes, and maintain historical information. Associated responsibilities include:

- Reviewing terms and conditions to address provisions and risks of financial terms, acceptance criteria, delivery requirements, warranty, intellectual property, termination provisions, indemnification and all other potential risk areas and recommending risk mitigation strategies.
- Under general supervision, developing solutions to both routine and complex contractual matters to ensure company compliance with contract requirements on assigned programs.
- Assisting management in achieving financial goals related to cash management and sales.
- Preparing written communications with internal and external customers for assigned contractual matters
- Maintaining contract data into Contract Management System and/or Enterprise Accounting System.
- Ensuring timely delivery of all contractual deliverables and submission of invoices.

This role will have significant visibility within high visibility programs, including Division and Sector submittals and reviews and must manage tight deadlines in a complex environment. This individual must have the ability to meet high performance expectations in a very dynamic environment.  Excellent communication is a must as the selected candidate will be directly involved in negotiations with the customer as a strategic team member. Our team is looking for someone who wants to grow and get experience with different contract types.

Basic Qualifications

- Bachelor's degree with 2 years of experience in contract management/administration or related field (i.e. contracts-related legal, pricing, business management)
- Will consider 6 years of experience in lieu of a degree.
- Working knowledge of commercial contracting.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, (specifically Excel and PowerPoint) and Adobe Acrobat
- US Citizenship is required
- A Current/Active US Government Secret clearance is required

Preferred Qualifications:

- Working knowledge of FAR/DFARS
- Working knowledge of government compliance and regulations
- Law, business, or relevant advanced degree
- Experience with contract negotiation

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!

Primary Level Salary Range: $72,400.00 - $108,600.00

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.