Northrop Grumman
Principal/ Sr Principal Contract Administrator - R10208478-2
Northrop Grumman, Hollywood, Maryland, United States, 20636
Overview
Northrop Grumman is seeking a Principal Contract Administrator / Sr. Principal Contract Administrator (Level 3/4) to join its team of qualified, diverse professionals. This on-site position is located in Orlando, FL or Beavercreek, OH. Other locations that may be considered: Rolling Meadows, IL; Manhattan Beach, CA; Hollywood, MD; Linthicum, MD; or Huntsville, AL. The standard work schedule is a 9/80, allowing employees who work a nine-hour day Monday through Thursday to take every other Friday off. Relocation assistance is not specified.
Responsibilities
Work complex assignments independently and support Finance, Program Management, and various levels of Management.
Lead proposal preparation, contract negotiation, and contract administration activities from proposal through closeout.
Administer daily contract activities for a variety of product lines and contract types (including cost reimbursable and firm fixed price); establish payment terms, initiate and monitor invoicing, collections, and funding to support financial objectives.
Enter and manage data in the Contract Management System and related financial and delivery systems.
Participate in customer meetings, monitor compliance with contract requirements, and lead change management processes.
Ensure non-disclosure agreements and contract terms and conditions are negotiated within company guidelines.
Basic Qualifications
Level 3: Bachelor's degree with 5 years of experience in contracts management or a Master’s degree with 3 years of experience; aerospace and defense industry experience; experience in contract negotiations.
Working knowledge of FAR and DFARS and ability to efficiently research FAR/DFAR information.
Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Clearance.
Level 4: Bachelor's degree with 8 years of experience in contracts management or a Master’s degree with 6 years of experience; aerospace and defense industry experience; experience in contract negotiations.
Advanced knowledge and understanding of FAR and DFARS and ability to efficiently research FAR/DFAR information.
Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Clearance.
Preferred Qualifications
Working knowledge of FAR/DFARS clauses.
Experience in the defense industry with excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to work independently and learn/use various data entry software tools.
Basic understanding of Government contracting requirements.
Additional Qualifications
Prior experience with contract types such as Cost Plus, Fixed Price, and Fixed Price Incentive Fee.
Experience interpreting and drafting changes to US Government contracts, non-disclosure agreements, and similar documents.
Experience supporting contracts with complex production efforts; strong problem-solving skills and adaptability.
Active DoD Secret/Top Secret Clearance (background investigation within last 5 years or continuous evaluation).
Primary Salary Range: $82,900.00 – $136,800.00; Secondary Range: $103,200.00 – $170,300.00. The salary range represents a general guideline; actual offers consider scope, responsibilities, candidate experience, education, skills and market conditions. Overtime, shift differential, and discretionary bonuses may apply. Northrop Grumman provides a benefits package including health, life and disability insurance, savings plan, paid holidays and PTO. The application period for the job is estimated at 20 days from the posting date, subject to change.
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 positions with government clearance and certain other restricted positions.
Job Details
Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
Employment type: Contract
Job function: Engineering and Information Technology
Industries: Defense and Space Manufacturing
Location notes and related postings: Leonardtown, MD; Hollywood, MD; Prince Frederick, MD with various salary ranges and posting dates.
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Responsibilities
Work complex assignments independently and support Finance, Program Management, and various levels of Management.
Lead proposal preparation, contract negotiation, and contract administration activities from proposal through closeout.
Administer daily contract activities for a variety of product lines and contract types (including cost reimbursable and firm fixed price); establish payment terms, initiate and monitor invoicing, collections, and funding to support financial objectives.
Enter and manage data in the Contract Management System and related financial and delivery systems.
Participate in customer meetings, monitor compliance with contract requirements, and lead change management processes.
Ensure non-disclosure agreements and contract terms and conditions are negotiated within company guidelines.
Basic Qualifications
Level 3: Bachelor's degree with 5 years of experience in contracts management or a Master’s degree with 3 years of experience; aerospace and defense industry experience; experience in contract negotiations.
Working knowledge of FAR and DFARS and ability to efficiently research FAR/DFAR information.
Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Clearance.
Level 4: Bachelor's degree with 8 years of experience in contracts management or a Master’s degree with 6 years of experience; aerospace and defense industry experience; experience in contract negotiations.
Advanced knowledge and understanding of FAR and DFARS and ability to efficiently research FAR/DFAR information.
Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Clearance.
Preferred Qualifications
Working knowledge of FAR/DFARS clauses.
Experience in the defense industry with excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to work independently and learn/use various data entry software tools.
Basic understanding of Government contracting requirements.
Additional Qualifications
Prior experience with contract types such as Cost Plus, Fixed Price, and Fixed Price Incentive Fee.
Experience interpreting and drafting changes to US Government contracts, non-disclosure agreements, and similar documents.
Experience supporting contracts with complex production efforts; strong problem-solving skills and adaptability.
Active DoD Secret/Top Secret Clearance (background investigation within last 5 years or continuous evaluation).
Primary Salary Range: $82,900.00 – $136,800.00; Secondary Range: $103,200.00 – $170,300.00. The salary range represents a general guideline; actual offers consider scope, responsibilities, candidate experience, education, skills and market conditions. Overtime, shift differential, and discretionary bonuses may apply. Northrop Grumman provides a benefits package including health, life and disability insurance, savings plan, paid holidays and PTO. The application period for the job is estimated at 20 days from the posting date, subject to change.
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 positions with government clearance and certain other restricted positions.
Job Details
Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
Employment type: Contract
Job function: Engineering and Information Technology
Industries: Defense and Space Manufacturing
Location notes and related postings: Leonardtown, MD; Hollywood, MD; Prince Frederick, MD with various salary ranges and posting dates.
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