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Manager Contract Administration 2 – McLean, VA
Employer Northrop Grumman Space Systems
Description At Northrop Grumman, our employees have opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people’s lives worldwide. Our pioneering spirit drives innovation and collaboration, fostering curiosity, cognitive diversity, and giving employees the chance to bring their whole selves to work and be part of history.
Location McLean, VA – In‑site position
Travel / Relocation Travel: 10% of the time. No relocation assistance available.
Security Clearance Top Secret clearance preferred but not required.
Attention Military‑Affiliated Job Seekers The hiring is open to Veterans, Transitioning Military, National Guard and Reserve Members, Military Spouses, Wounded Warriors, and their Caregivers.
Responsibilities
Review and approve contract documents to protect the company’s risk posture, ensure contractual and company policy compliance, and support financial performance.
Lead contract negotiations, achieving targeted profit rates and favorable terms to meet profit and cash flow objectives.
Interface and collaborate with program, technical, operations, finance, supply chain, legal, export, and security teams to provide guidance based on contract requirements.
Apply knowledge of FAR, NASA FAR Supplement, and other government regulations to all contracting activities.
Supervise a geographically dispersed team of contract administrators.
Prepare proposals, negotiate terms, administer contracts, and maintain customer relationships to support contract acquisition and fulfillment.
Communicate effectively through presentations, written documentation, and email to all management levels.
Build strong customer intimacy and employee engagement to grow the business area.
Maintain high standards of ethical conduct and partnership satisfaction.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree with 8+ years of relevant experience in contract administration/management, or Master’s degree with 6+ years of experience.
Experience negotiating and administering fixed‑price and cost‑reimbursable contracts of varying sizes with the U.S. Government.
Strong understanding of FAR, NASA FAR, and other applicable regulations.
Advanced proposal development and negotiation skills.
Ability to function independently with competing priorities and deadlines in a fast‑paced environment.
Excellent problem‑solving, decision‑making, and risk‑mitigation skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft 365 applications and Adobe.
Demonstrated teamwork and collaboration within a dynamic business unit leadership team.
Top Secret clearance preferred.
Leadership experience or supervisory background, with ability to inspire and develop a team.
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree or equivalent professional certification.
10+ years of experience in government contracting.
Experience managing commercial contracts or similar agreements with the U.S. Government.
Experience with the NASA FAR Supplement.
Salary Primary level range: $133,100 – $199,700.
How to Apply Click the submit button and follow the next steps.
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Employer Northrop Grumman Space Systems
Description At Northrop Grumman, our employees have opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people’s lives worldwide. Our pioneering spirit drives innovation and collaboration, fostering curiosity, cognitive diversity, and giving employees the chance to bring their whole selves to work and be part of history.
Location McLean, VA – In‑site position
Travel / Relocation Travel: 10% of the time. No relocation assistance available.
Security Clearance Top Secret clearance preferred but not required.
Attention Military‑Affiliated Job Seekers The hiring is open to Veterans, Transitioning Military, National Guard and Reserve Members, Military Spouses, Wounded Warriors, and their Caregivers.
Responsibilities
Review and approve contract documents to protect the company’s risk posture, ensure contractual and company policy compliance, and support financial performance.
Lead contract negotiations, achieving targeted profit rates and favorable terms to meet profit and cash flow objectives.
Interface and collaborate with program, technical, operations, finance, supply chain, legal, export, and security teams to provide guidance based on contract requirements.
Apply knowledge of FAR, NASA FAR Supplement, and other government regulations to all contracting activities.
Supervise a geographically dispersed team of contract administrators.
Prepare proposals, negotiate terms, administer contracts, and maintain customer relationships to support contract acquisition and fulfillment.
Communicate effectively through presentations, written documentation, and email to all management levels.
Build strong customer intimacy and employee engagement to grow the business area.
Maintain high standards of ethical conduct and partnership satisfaction.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree with 8+ years of relevant experience in contract administration/management, or Master’s degree with 6+ years of experience.
Experience negotiating and administering fixed‑price and cost‑reimbursable contracts of varying sizes with the U.S. Government.
Strong understanding of FAR, NASA FAR, and other applicable regulations.
Advanced proposal development and negotiation skills.
Ability to function independently with competing priorities and deadlines in a fast‑paced environment.
Excellent problem‑solving, decision‑making, and risk‑mitigation skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft 365 applications and Adobe.
Demonstrated teamwork and collaboration within a dynamic business unit leadership team.
Top Secret clearance preferred.
Leadership experience or supervisory background, with ability to inspire and develop a team.
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree or equivalent professional certification.
10+ years of experience in government contracting.
Experience managing commercial contracts or similar agreements with the U.S. Government.
Experience with the NASA FAR Supplement.
Salary Primary level range: $133,100 – $199,700.
How to Apply Click the submit button and follow the next steps.
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