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Northrop Grumman

Principal Contract Administrator

Northrop Grumman, Baltimore, Maryland, United States, 21276


Location:

Baltimore, Maryland, United States of AmericaClearance Type:

SecretTelecommute:

No- Teleworking not available for this positionShift:

Not Applicable (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.Northrop Grumman Mission Systems Sector, NIS-Communications Solutions (CS) BU, Advanced Communication Apertures (ACA) Operating Unit is seeking a Contract Administrator/Principal Contract Administrator based out of our Baltimore, MD office.This requisition may be filled as a Contract Administrator or Principal Contract Administrator.What You'll Get to Do as a Contract Administrator:Administer, extend, negotiate, and terminate standard and nonstandard contracts.Apply sound judgment to proposal strategy, contract formation, and customer relationships.Review and analyze customer Requests for Proposal (RFPs) to understand Statements of Work (SOW)/contract requirements and advise the program team on contractual terms and conditions.Ensure company proposals are fully responsive to prospective customer requirements, prepare proposal submittal documents, and coordinate appropriate levels of internal review and approval.Manage fact-finding, evaluation notices, and negotiations between customer and program team.Build knowledge of FAR/DFARS.Manage and administer Contractual Data Requirements List (CDRLs) and other reports.Advise management of contractual rights and obligations.Compile and analyze data.Maintain historical information through the closeout process.Basic Qualifications as a Contract Administrator:Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Finance, Management, Marketing, or Contracts adjacencies from an accredited institution with 2 years of relevant experience in contracts, subcontracts, business management, finance or accounting OR a Master's degree in the same fields with 1 year of relevant experience.Willing to consider 6 years of relevant experience in lieu of degree.A minimum of 2 years experience in MS Office Suite, including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Adobe.A minimum of 1 year experience with FAR/DFARS.US citizenship is required.A current active DoD Secret clearance is required.Preferred Qualifications as a Contract Administrator:Experience in contracts administration within the defense industry.Experience reading and interpreting legal and contractual requirements.Professional experience in a regulated industry such as Aerospace & Defense, Insurance, Financial Services, or Telecommunications.SAP software tool experience.What You'll Get to Do as a Principal Contract Administrator:Administer, extend, negotiate, and terminate standard and nonstandard contracts.Apply sound judgment to proposal strategy, contract formation, and customer relationships.Review and analyze customer Requests for Proposal (RFPs) to understand Statements of Work (SOW)/contract requirements and advise the program team on contractual terms and conditions.Ensure company proposals are fully responsive to prospective customer requirements, prepare proposal submittal documents, and coordinate appropriate levels of internal review and approval.Manage fact-finding, evaluation notices, and negotiations between customer and program team.Build knowledge of FAR/DFARS.Manage and administer Contractual Data Requirements List (CDRLs) and other reports.Advise management of contractual rights and obligations.Compile and analyze data.Maintain historical information through the closeout process.Basic Qualifications as a Principal Contract Administrator:Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Finance, Management, Marketing, or Contracts adjacencies from an accredited institution with 5 years of relevant experience in contracts, subcontracts, business management, finance or accounting OR a Master's degree in the same fields with 4 years of relevant experience.Willing to consider 9 years of relevant experience in lieu of degree.A minimum of 4 years’ experience in MS Office Suite, including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Adobe.A minimum of 2 years’ experience with FAR/DFARS.US citizenship is required.A current active DoD Secret clearance is required.Preferred Qualifications as a Principal Contract Administrator:Experience in contracts administration within the defense industry.Experience reading and interpreting legal and contractual requirements.Professional experience in a regulated industry such as Aerospace & Defense, Insurance, Financial Services, or Telecommunications.SAP software tool experience.What We Can Offer YouNorthrop Grumman provides a comprehensive benefits package and a work environment which encourages your growth and supports the mutual success of our people and our company. Your benefits will include the following: Health Plan, Savings Plan, Paid Time Off, Education Assistance, Training and Development, and much more!Salary Range:

$68,800 - $103,200Salary Range 2:

$84,600 - $127,000Northrop 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.

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