RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

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 Aeronautics Systems has openings for Principal Contracts Administrator (Level 3) and/or Senior Principal Contracts Administrator (Level 4) to join its team of qualified and diverse individuals supporting its Research & Advanced Design (R&AD) division. This position will be located on site in Redondo Beach, CA.

The R&AD division develops, demonstrates and transitions differentiating technologies, aeronautics platforms, advanced missions and architectural design concepts to drive sector and company growth. This position offers the 9/80 schedule with potential for hybrid periodically.

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, be proactive in administering each contract and maintain historical information.

Our team is highly driven to learn, grow and be a part of the future of Aeronautics vehicles, all the while focused on knowledge sharing and collaboration within our team and internal program teams.

Associated Responsibilities and Essential Functions:

This role will have significant visibility within high visibility programs, including some Division and Sector submittals and reviews and must manage tight deadlines in a complex environment. This role will support many competitive efforts, including large captures and heavy proposals.We’re looking for someone is excited and curious about learning, growing and contributing the Defining Possible here in R&AD Contracts team.Compliance with government regulations, legal requirements, and company policiesMaintain an audit file for each contract to include the original contract, all correspondence, changes/deviations/modifications, amendments, clarifications, payment schedules, and deliverablesProvide program managers and executives with contract brief during the contractCultivate strong, ongoing relationships with internal/external customersProvide contractual guidance and risk manage mitigation strategies for contractual business obligations

This requisition may be filled as either a Principal Contracts Administrator and/or Senior Principal Contracts Administrator.

Basic Qualifications for Principal Contracts Administrator Level 3:

Bachelor’s Degree and 5 years of Business Management, Global Supply Chain, Subcontracts, Legal or business-related experience – OR - Master's degree with 3 years of Business Management, Global Supply Chain, Subcontracts, Legal or business-related experienceMust have experience negotiating and administering various contract typesMust have experience with government regulations, such as FAR or DFARMust have 2 years of experience with Government ContractsAbility to obtain/maintain Secret ClearanceMust have the ability to obtain and maintain the Special Access Program (SAP) clearance within 120 days of start date.

Basic Qualifications for Senior Principal Contracts Administrator Level 4:

Bachelor’s Degree and 8 years of Business Management, Global Supply Chain, Subcontracts, Legal or business-related experience – OR - Master's degree with 6 years of Business Management, Global Supply Chain, Subcontracts, Legal or business-related experienceMust have experience negotiating and administering various contract typesMust have experience with government regulations, such as FAR or DFARMust have 4 years of experience with Government ContractsAbility to obtain/maintain Secret ClearanceMust have the ability to obtain and maintain the Special Access Program (SAP) clearance within 120 days of start date.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience working competitive DoD proposalsContracts Administration, Business and /or Supply Chain experience and/or extended educationExperience working with customers, client facing, and executive engagementExperience in training, knowledge share, and collaboration with contracts, program, and business colleaguesExperience with ID/IQ, OTA, FOPRs, Cost Type, Fixed Price, Incentive and Government contract typesCertification from the National Contracts Management Association

We offer flexible work arrangements, phenomenal 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 the member, our leaders and the company. Our ERGs offer opportunities to be a friend, be active, be a volunteer, be a leader, to 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 of programs means there are endless paths to cultivate your career. We are well-known for our inclusive, family environment, as well as our excellent work/life balance. We also offer exceptional benefits/healthcare, a 9/80 schedule, and a great 401K matching program.

Salary Range: $91,200.00 - $136,800.00Salary Range 2: $113,500.00 - $170,300.00

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 committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action 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/AA 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.