Northrop Grumman
Contracts Administrator - Level 3 or 4
Northrop Grumman, Oxnard, California, United States, 93033
Location:
Redondo Beach, California, United States of America | Goleta, California, United States of America | Oxnard, California, United States of America + 2 moreClearance Type:
NoneTelecommute:
No - Teleworking not available for this positionShift:
1st Shift (United States of America)Travel Required:
Yes, 10% of the TimePositions Available:
1At 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 have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity, and bringing your whole self to work.Northrop Grumman Space Systems is seeking a Contracts Administrator – Level 3 or 4 to join its team of qualified and diverse individuals supporting its Payload & Ground Systems Division. The successful candidate will report to Contracts Administration Leadership and will work closely on a day-to-day basis with Program Management, Business Management, Operations, Business Development, and other functional teams.In this role, the successful candidate will be responsible for all aspects of a contract portfolio from the business development phase through closeout, delivering customer satisfaction, building customer relationships, and providing timely responses to both internal and external customers. They will conduct proposal preparation, contract negotiations, and contract administration in accordance with company policies and legal requirements.This position will be full-time in office and can be based in either Goleta, CA, Oxnard, CA, or Redondo Beach, CA. Travel may be required to additional offices, as needed, per business needs and meetings.Skills necessary for success in the role:Must have the ability to think strategically, troubleshoot issues, and work with various teams to drive tasks to completion efficiently and accurately in a dynamic fast-paced environment.Dynamic self-starter with strong attention to detail and the ability to function independently.Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to use them in informing, presenting, and negotiating to all levels of management.Team player, independent, proactive, and possess excellent problem-solving, oral and written communication, and organizational skills.Willingness to work collaboratively as part of a dynamic leadership team.Primary Job Duties:Lead contract negotiation and contract administration activities from the proposal through closeout.Help with customer communications and correspondence, support writing of Contracts Management proposal sections, prepare representations and certifications, OCI sweeps, and review terms and conditions, technical data rights, and assertions.Administration of daily contract activities for a variety of product lines and contract types, including cost reimbursable and firm fixed; such activities will include establishing payment terms, initiating and monitoring invoicing, collections, and funding to support financial objectives.Negotiate and terminate standard and nonstandard contracts.Interpret, apply, and follow contract acquisition rules, company policies, and customer specifications.Data management in Costpoint and Contract Management System (CMS) on a weekly basis to ensure accuracy and completeness of contract information.Advise management of contractual rights and obligations.Compile and analyze data; maintain historical information.Basic Qualifications for Level 3:Bachelor’s Degree with 5+ years of contract management experience – OR - Master’s Degree with 3+ years of contract management experience.Will consider an additional 4+ years of experience in lieu of degree.Experience with multiple contract types (Firm Fixed Price, Time & Materials, Cost Plus Fixed Fee).Ability to manage multiple contracts at the same time of varying value and risk level.Working knowledge of Government and Commercial contracting requirements; understanding of international contracting a plus.Ability to draft written correspondence and lead discussions related to basic contract execution issues.Basic Qualifications for Level 4:Bachelor’s Degree with 8+ years of contract management experience – OR - Master’s Degree with 6+ years of contract management experience.Will consider an additional 4+ years of experience in lieu of degree.Experience with multiple contract types (Firm Fixed Price, Time & Materials, Cost Plus Fixed Fee).Ability to independently work moderate to very complex contract management responsibilities.Working knowledge of Government, Commercial, and international contracting.Ability to draft complex written correspondence and lead discussions related to basic contract execution issues.Preferred Qualifications for both levels:Prior experience in Defense or Aerospace.Experience with FAR and DFAR regulations.Contract Management Certification (Certified Professional Contract Manager, Certified Commercial Contract Manager, Certified Federal Contract Manager, Certified Contract Management Associate).Salary Range:
$87,700 - $133,100Salary Range 2:
$109,900 - $164,900The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers.Northrop Grumman is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. For our complete EEO/AA and Pay Transparency statement, please visit
Northrop Grumman EEO . U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.
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Redondo Beach, California, United States of America | Goleta, California, United States of America | Oxnard, California, United States of America + 2 moreClearance Type:
NoneTelecommute:
No - Teleworking not available for this positionShift:
1st Shift (United States of America)Travel Required:
Yes, 10% of the TimePositions Available:
1At 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 have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity, and bringing your whole self to work.Northrop Grumman Space Systems is seeking a Contracts Administrator – Level 3 or 4 to join its team of qualified and diverse individuals supporting its Payload & Ground Systems Division. The successful candidate will report to Contracts Administration Leadership and will work closely on a day-to-day basis with Program Management, Business Management, Operations, Business Development, and other functional teams.In this role, the successful candidate will be responsible for all aspects of a contract portfolio from the business development phase through closeout, delivering customer satisfaction, building customer relationships, and providing timely responses to both internal and external customers. They will conduct proposal preparation, contract negotiations, and contract administration in accordance with company policies and legal requirements.This position will be full-time in office and can be based in either Goleta, CA, Oxnard, CA, or Redondo Beach, CA. Travel may be required to additional offices, as needed, per business needs and meetings.Skills necessary for success in the role:Must have the ability to think strategically, troubleshoot issues, and work with various teams to drive tasks to completion efficiently and accurately in a dynamic fast-paced environment.Dynamic self-starter with strong attention to detail and the ability to function independently.Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to use them in informing, presenting, and negotiating to all levels of management.Team player, independent, proactive, and possess excellent problem-solving, oral and written communication, and organizational skills.Willingness to work collaboratively as part of a dynamic leadership team.Primary Job Duties:Lead contract negotiation and contract administration activities from the proposal through closeout.Help with customer communications and correspondence, support writing of Contracts Management proposal sections, prepare representations and certifications, OCI sweeps, and review terms and conditions, technical data rights, and assertions.Administration of daily contract activities for a variety of product lines and contract types, including cost reimbursable and firm fixed; such activities will include establishing payment terms, initiating and monitoring invoicing, collections, and funding to support financial objectives.Negotiate and terminate standard and nonstandard contracts.Interpret, apply, and follow contract acquisition rules, company policies, and customer specifications.Data management in Costpoint and Contract Management System (CMS) on a weekly basis to ensure accuracy and completeness of contract information.Advise management of contractual rights and obligations.Compile and analyze data; maintain historical information.Basic Qualifications for Level 3:Bachelor’s Degree with 5+ years of contract management experience – OR - Master’s Degree with 3+ years of contract management experience.Will consider an additional 4+ years of experience in lieu of degree.Experience with multiple contract types (Firm Fixed Price, Time & Materials, Cost Plus Fixed Fee).Ability to manage multiple contracts at the same time of varying value and risk level.Working knowledge of Government and Commercial contracting requirements; understanding of international contracting a plus.Ability to draft written correspondence and lead discussions related to basic contract execution issues.Basic Qualifications for Level 4:Bachelor’s Degree with 8+ years of contract management experience – OR - Master’s Degree with 6+ years of contract management experience.Will consider an additional 4+ years of experience in lieu of degree.Experience with multiple contract types (Firm Fixed Price, Time & Materials, Cost Plus Fixed Fee).Ability to independently work moderate to very complex contract management responsibilities.Working knowledge of Government, Commercial, and international contracting.Ability to draft complex written correspondence and lead discussions related to basic contract execution issues.Preferred Qualifications for both levels:Prior experience in Defense or Aerospace.Experience with FAR and DFAR regulations.Contract Management Certification (Certified Professional Contract Manager, Certified Commercial Contract Manager, Certified Federal Contract Manager, Certified Contract Management Associate).Salary Range:
$87,700 - $133,100Salary Range 2:
$109,900 - $164,900The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers.Northrop Grumman is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. For our complete EEO/AA and Pay Transparency statement, please visit
Northrop Grumman EEO . U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.
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