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Manager Contract Administration 2 - R10217281
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RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available.
CLEARANCE TYPE: None.
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.
Embark on a career putting innovative, reliable, and agile products and ideas into orbit and beyond. Northrop Grumman has opportunities waiting for you that play a vital role in human space exploration, national defense, and scientific discovery. With us, you’ll discover a culture of curiosity and collaboration that will have you Defining Possible from the day you start. Our space systems connect and protect millions of people on earth every day, now and for the future. Explore your future and launch your career today.
Role Overview Northrop Grumman Space Systems is seeking a Contracts Manager 2 to join its team of qualified and diverse individuals supporting a portfolio of spacecraft design and manufacturing programs to execute a variety of in-space services and science missions.
The successful candidate will be a direct report to Northrop Grumman’s Civil Space Systems Business Unit’s Contracts Leadership and will work closely with Program Managers/Directors, Business Managers, Global Supply Chain, Engineering leads, and other functional teams.
In this role, the successful candidate will be responsible for all aspects of the contracts portfolio delivering strong customer satisfaction, successful financial performance, risk mitigation, change management, and new business strategy. Additionally, the successful candidate will be responsible for the direct supervision and management of a geographically dispersed team of contract administrators.
The selected candidate will also be required to provide objective‑oriented direction utilizing management guidelines, general policies, and maintain a strong level of engagement, while dynamically leading, inspiring, motivating, and developing a team of contract professionals. This is an in‑office position based in McLean, VA.
Contract Manager’s Responsibilities
Review and approve contractual documents for protection of the company's contractual/risk posture, satisfaction of contractual requirements, and adherence to company policies.
Planning and executing successful contract negotiations of a complex nature and achieving targeted profit rates as well as favorable terms and conditions to assist in meeting profit and cash goals.
Regular and proactive interface and effective collaboration with program, technical, and operations organizations to provide guidance and direction based upon the requirements of the resulting contracts.
Ability to make decisions in a timely manner, offer guidance, and work cooperatively with a multitude of organizations ranging from technical, program, finance, supply chain, legal, export, and security.
Ability to solve complex problems by actively seeking information and new ideas from a variety of sources.
Demonstrate commitment and energy to meet customer needs with the ability to provide concise and effective communication through presentation, written documentation, or email format with different levels of Management.
Administer, extend, negotiate, and execute standard and nonstandard contracts.
Conduct proposal preparation, contract negotiation, contract administration, and customer contact activities to provide for proper contract acquisition and fulfillment in accordance with company policies, legal requirements, and customer specifications.
Build strong customer intimacy and employee engagement to assist with growing this important business area.
Basic Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited institution with 8+ years of relevant experience or Master’s Degree with 6+ years of relevant experience in contract administration/management.
Experience negotiating and administering fixed price and cost reimbursable contract types of varying sizes with the US Government.
Thorough understanding of the requirements of applicable government regulations, including the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR).
Advanced proposal development and negotiation skills.
Ability to function independently and effectively with competing priorities and deadlines in a fast‑paced environment.
Willingness to work collaboratively as part of a dynamic business unit leadership team.
Excellent problem solving and decision‑making skills to resolve complex problems and minimize risk to the company.
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to use them in informing, presenting, and negotiating to all levels of management.
Experience working with Microsoft 365 applications and Adobe.
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree or equivalent professional certification.
10+ years' experience in government contracting.
Demonstrated leadership experience or supervisor experience.
Experience with the NASA FAR Supplement.
Experience managing Commercial contracts, or similar agreements, with the US Government.
Top secret clearance.
About Our Business Management Integrates sector financial/business strategies, overseeing accounting, contracts, pricing, compliance, and asset management.
Salary Primary Level Salary Range: $133,100.00 – $199,700.00.
The salary range represents a general guideline; 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.
Benefits Employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses reward individual contributions and allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. 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.
Application Period Estimated 20 days from the job posting date; may vary based on business needs and availability of qualified candidates.
Equal Opportunity Statement 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.
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Manager Contract Administration 2 - R10217281
role at
Northrop Grumman .
2 days ago – Be among the first 25 applicants.
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available.
CLEARANCE TYPE: None.
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.
Embark on a career putting innovative, reliable, and agile products and ideas into orbit and beyond. Northrop Grumman has opportunities waiting for you that play a vital role in human space exploration, national defense, and scientific discovery. With us, you’ll discover a culture of curiosity and collaboration that will have you Defining Possible from the day you start. Our space systems connect and protect millions of people on earth every day, now and for the future. Explore your future and launch your career today.
Role Overview Northrop Grumman Space Systems is seeking a Contracts Manager 2 to join its team of qualified and diverse individuals supporting a portfolio of spacecraft design and manufacturing programs to execute a variety of in-space services and science missions.
The successful candidate will be a direct report to Northrop Grumman’s Civil Space Systems Business Unit’s Contracts Leadership and will work closely with Program Managers/Directors, Business Managers, Global Supply Chain, Engineering leads, and other functional teams.
In this role, the successful candidate will be responsible for all aspects of the contracts portfolio delivering strong customer satisfaction, successful financial performance, risk mitigation, change management, and new business strategy. Additionally, the successful candidate will be responsible for the direct supervision and management of a geographically dispersed team of contract administrators.
The selected candidate will also be required to provide objective‑oriented direction utilizing management guidelines, general policies, and maintain a strong level of engagement, while dynamically leading, inspiring, motivating, and developing a team of contract professionals. This is an in‑office position based in McLean, VA.
Contract Manager’s Responsibilities
Review and approve contractual documents for protection of the company's contractual/risk posture, satisfaction of contractual requirements, and adherence to company policies.
Planning and executing successful contract negotiations of a complex nature and achieving targeted profit rates as well as favorable terms and conditions to assist in meeting profit and cash goals.
Regular and proactive interface and effective collaboration with program, technical, and operations organizations to provide guidance and direction based upon the requirements of the resulting contracts.
Ability to make decisions in a timely manner, offer guidance, and work cooperatively with a multitude of organizations ranging from technical, program, finance, supply chain, legal, export, and security.
Ability to solve complex problems by actively seeking information and new ideas from a variety of sources.
Demonstrate commitment and energy to meet customer needs with the ability to provide concise and effective communication through presentation, written documentation, or email format with different levels of Management.
Administer, extend, negotiate, and execute standard and nonstandard contracts.
Conduct proposal preparation, contract negotiation, contract administration, and customer contact activities to provide for proper contract acquisition and fulfillment in accordance with company policies, legal requirements, and customer specifications.
Build strong customer intimacy and employee engagement to assist with growing this important business area.
Basic Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited institution with 8+ years of relevant experience or Master’s Degree with 6+ years of relevant experience in contract administration/management.
Experience negotiating and administering fixed price and cost reimbursable contract types of varying sizes with the US Government.
Thorough understanding of the requirements of applicable government regulations, including the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR).
Advanced proposal development and negotiation skills.
Ability to function independently and effectively with competing priorities and deadlines in a fast‑paced environment.
Willingness to work collaboratively as part of a dynamic business unit leadership team.
Excellent problem solving and decision‑making skills to resolve complex problems and minimize risk to the company.
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to use them in informing, presenting, and negotiating to all levels of management.
Experience working with Microsoft 365 applications and Adobe.
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree or equivalent professional certification.
10+ years' experience in government contracting.
Demonstrated leadership experience or supervisor experience.
Experience with the NASA FAR Supplement.
Experience managing Commercial contracts, or similar agreements, with the US Government.
Top secret clearance.
About Our Business Management Integrates sector financial/business strategies, overseeing accounting, contracts, pricing, compliance, and asset management.
Salary Primary Level Salary Range: $133,100.00 – $199,700.00.
The salary range represents a general guideline; 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.
Benefits Employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses reward individual contributions and allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. 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.
Application Period Estimated 20 days from the job posting date; may vary based on business needs and availability of qualified candidates.
Equal Opportunity Statement 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.
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