Northrop Grumman Corporation
Principal or Senior Principal Capture Contract Administrator
Northrop Grumman Corporation, Redondo Beach, California, United States, 90278
Overview
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available. 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. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and to 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. Our team supporting Research and Advanced Design (R&AD) division develops, demonstrates and transitions differentiating technologies, aeronautics platforms, advanced missions and architectural design concepts to drive sector and company growth. Our team is integral to growth, works with cutting-edge approaches, and develops unique experiences to further individual career growth with a mission mindset. Our team is highly driven to learn, grow and be part of the future of Aeronautics vehicles, with knowledge sharing and collaboration within our team and internal program teams. Our success factors include: critical thinker, problem solver, creative contractual mindset, and motivated with a competitive nature eager to work in a team environment. Our team is made up of "intrapreneurs" — those eager to innovate within the structure of our existing dynamic, forward-thinking organization. We work with select customers to identify and pursue innovative technology development programs, create engagement strategies, and address customer needs and warfighting challenges. Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems has openings for
Capture Principal Contracts Administrator (Level 3) or Capture Senior Principal Contracts Administrator (Level 4)
to join its team supporting its Research & Advanced Design (R&AD) division. This position will be located
on site
in
Redondo Beach, CA or Melbourne, FL . The position offers the 9/80 schedule with potential for hybrid periodically. Responsibilities
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 the customer, the Contracts Administrator will ensure that contractual obligations are communicated and understood, ensure fulfillment of contract requirements, manage contract changes, be proactive in administering each contract and maintain historical information. This role requires knowledge of the Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS), and government contracting processes. If you are someone who has a proven ability to work independently with high attention to detail in a fast-paced environment then this role is for you. The Contracts Management team provides contract support for CPFF, FFP, T&M, IDIQ Government (FAR/DFARS) contracts and Other Transaction Agreements. Support includes proposal development, contract negotiation, contract compliance, contract/task order management, contract modifications, and contract close-out. The team works closely with the legal and proposal teams across program, business management and engineering teams. Essential Functions / Associated Responsibilities
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.
Support for competitive efforts, including large captures and heavy proposals.
Be excited and curious about learning, growing and contributing within the R&AD Contracts team.
Ensure compliance with government regulations, legal requirements, and company policies.
Maintain an audit file for each contract including the original contract, all correspondence, changes/deviations/modifications, amendments, clarifications, payment schedules, and deliverables.
Provide program managers and executives with contract briefs during the contract lifecycle.
Cultivate strong, ongoing relationships with internal/external customers.
Provide contractual guidance and risk management strategies for contractual obligations.
This position may be filled at either a Principal/Level 3 or Senior Principal/Level 4 depending upon candidate qualifications, experiences, knowledge and skills. Basic Qualifications
Principal Contracts Administrator Level 3
Bachelor’s Degree and 5 years of Business Management, Global Supply Chain, Subcontracts, Legal or related experience – OR – Master’s degree with 3 years of experience
Experience negotiating and administering various contract types
Experience with government regulations, such as FAR or DFARS
2 years of experience with Government Contracts
Active DoD Secret or higher clearance (background investigation completed within the last 6 years or currently enrolled into Continuous Evaluation)
Ability to obtain and maintain the Special Access Program (SAP) clearance within 120 days of start date.
Senior Principal Contracts Administrator Level 4
Bachelor’s Degree and 8 years of experience – OR – Master’s degree with 6 years of experience
Experience negotiating and administering various contract types
Experience with government regulations, such as FAR or DFARS
2 years of experience with Government Contracts
Active DoD Secret or higher clearance (background investigation within last 6 years or currently enrolled into Continuous Evaluation)
Ability to obtain and maintain the SAP clearance within 120 days of start date.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience working competitive DoD proposals
Contracts Administration, Business and/or Supply Chain experience and/or extended education
Experience working with customers, client-facing, and executive engagement
Experience in training, knowledge sharing, and collaboration with contracts, program, and business colleagues
Experience with ID/IQ, OTA, FOPRs, Cost Type, Fixed Price, Incentive and Government contract types
Certification from the National Contracts Management Association
We offer flexible work arrangements, learning opportunities, exposure to a wide variety of projects and customers, and a very friendly team environment. We are looking for self-motivated, proactive, and goal-oriented people to help us grow our services and become even better at what we do. Our Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) provide benefits for members, leaders and the company. ERGs offer opportunities to be a friend, be active, be a volunteer, be a leader, be recognized and to be yourself. Every ERG is inclusive of all employees. At Northrop Grumman, we are on the cutting edge of innovation — building the next generation of sophisticated aircraft to protect our country. Our diverse portfolio means endless paths to cultivate your career. We are known for our inclusive, family environment and work/life balance. We offer excellent benefits, a 9/80 schedule, and a strong 401K matching program. Salary ranges depend on location and are aligned with company salary bands. Primary Level Salary Range: $78,700.00 - $136,800.00. Secondary Level Salary Range: $98,100.00 - $170,300.00. Offers consider experience, education, skills and market conditions. Some roles may include overtime, shift differential, and discretionary bonuses. Long-Term Incentives may apply for VP/Director roles. Northrop Grumman provides benefits including health insurance, life and disability insurance, savings plan, paid holidays and PTO. The application period is estimated to be 20 days from posting. Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer and EEO and pay transparency statements are available at the company site. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with government clearance and certain other restricted positions.
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RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available. 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. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and to 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. Our team supporting Research and Advanced Design (R&AD) division develops, demonstrates and transitions differentiating technologies, aeronautics platforms, advanced missions and architectural design concepts to drive sector and company growth. Our team is integral to growth, works with cutting-edge approaches, and develops unique experiences to further individual career growth with a mission mindset. Our team is highly driven to learn, grow and be part of the future of Aeronautics vehicles, with knowledge sharing and collaboration within our team and internal program teams. Our success factors include: critical thinker, problem solver, creative contractual mindset, and motivated with a competitive nature eager to work in a team environment. Our team is made up of "intrapreneurs" — those eager to innovate within the structure of our existing dynamic, forward-thinking organization. We work with select customers to identify and pursue innovative technology development programs, create engagement strategies, and address customer needs and warfighting challenges. Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems has openings for
Capture Principal Contracts Administrator (Level 3) or Capture Senior Principal Contracts Administrator (Level 4)
to join its team supporting its Research & Advanced Design (R&AD) division. This position will be located
on site
in
Redondo Beach, CA or Melbourne, FL . The position offers the 9/80 schedule with potential for hybrid periodically. Responsibilities
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 the customer, the Contracts Administrator will ensure that contractual obligations are communicated and understood, ensure fulfillment of contract requirements, manage contract changes, be proactive in administering each contract and maintain historical information. This role requires knowledge of the Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS), and government contracting processes. If you are someone who has a proven ability to work independently with high attention to detail in a fast-paced environment then this role is for you. The Contracts Management team provides contract support for CPFF, FFP, T&M, IDIQ Government (FAR/DFARS) contracts and Other Transaction Agreements. Support includes proposal development, contract negotiation, contract compliance, contract/task order management, contract modifications, and contract close-out. The team works closely with the legal and proposal teams across program, business management and engineering teams. Essential Functions / Associated Responsibilities
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.
Support for competitive efforts, including large captures and heavy proposals.
Be excited and curious about learning, growing and contributing within the R&AD Contracts team.
Ensure compliance with government regulations, legal requirements, and company policies.
Maintain an audit file for each contract including the original contract, all correspondence, changes/deviations/modifications, amendments, clarifications, payment schedules, and deliverables.
Provide program managers and executives with contract briefs during the contract lifecycle.
Cultivate strong, ongoing relationships with internal/external customers.
Provide contractual guidance and risk management strategies for contractual obligations.
This position may be filled at either a Principal/Level 3 or Senior Principal/Level 4 depending upon candidate qualifications, experiences, knowledge and skills. Basic Qualifications
Principal Contracts Administrator Level 3
Bachelor’s Degree and 5 years of Business Management, Global Supply Chain, Subcontracts, Legal or related experience – OR – Master’s degree with 3 years of experience
Experience negotiating and administering various contract types
Experience with government regulations, such as FAR or DFARS
2 years of experience with Government Contracts
Active DoD Secret or higher clearance (background investigation completed within the last 6 years or currently enrolled into Continuous Evaluation)
Ability to obtain and maintain the Special Access Program (SAP) clearance within 120 days of start date.
Senior Principal Contracts Administrator Level 4
Bachelor’s Degree and 8 years of experience – OR – Master’s degree with 6 years of experience
Experience negotiating and administering various contract types
Experience with government regulations, such as FAR or DFARS
2 years of experience with Government Contracts
Active DoD Secret or higher clearance (background investigation within last 6 years or currently enrolled into Continuous Evaluation)
Ability to obtain and maintain the SAP clearance within 120 days of start date.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience working competitive DoD proposals
Contracts Administration, Business and/or Supply Chain experience and/or extended education
Experience working with customers, client-facing, and executive engagement
Experience in training, knowledge sharing, and collaboration with contracts, program, and business colleagues
Experience with ID/IQ, OTA, FOPRs, Cost Type, Fixed Price, Incentive and Government contract types
Certification from the National Contracts Management Association
We offer flexible work arrangements, learning opportunities, exposure to a wide variety of projects and customers, and a very friendly team environment. We are looking for self-motivated, proactive, and goal-oriented people to help us grow our services and become even better at what we do. Our Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) provide benefits for members, leaders and the company. ERGs offer opportunities to be a friend, be active, be a volunteer, be a leader, be recognized and to be yourself. Every ERG is inclusive of all employees. At Northrop Grumman, we are on the cutting edge of innovation — building the next generation of sophisticated aircraft to protect our country. Our diverse portfolio means endless paths to cultivate your career. We are known for our inclusive, family environment and work/life balance. We offer excellent benefits, a 9/80 schedule, and a strong 401K matching program. Salary ranges depend on location and are aligned with company salary bands. Primary Level Salary Range: $78,700.00 - $136,800.00. Secondary Level Salary Range: $98,100.00 - $170,300.00. Offers consider experience, education, skills and market conditions. Some roles may include overtime, shift differential, and discretionary bonuses. Long-Term Incentives may apply for VP/Director roles. Northrop Grumman provides benefits including health insurance, life and disability insurance, savings plan, paid holidays and PTO. The application period is estimated to be 20 days from posting. Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer and EEO and pay transparency statements are available at the company site. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with government clearance and certain other restricted positions.
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