Requisition ID: R10170039
Category: Business Management
Location: Redondo Beach, California, United States of America
Clearance Type: Secret
Telecommute: Yes-May consider hybrid teleworking for this position
Shift: 1st Shift (United States of America)
Travel Required: Yes, 10% of the Time
Relocation Assistance: Relocation assistance may be available
Positions Available: 2
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.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 is seeking a P rincipal Contracts Administrator (Level 3) or a Senior P rincipal Contracts Administrator (Level 4) to join our Research & Advanced Design (R&AD) division. This position will be located in Redondo Beach, CA and requires the ability to work on-site daily. This position offers the 9/80 schedule with potential for hybrid periodically.The R&AD division develops, demonstrates and transitions differentiating technologies, aeronautics platforms, advanced missions and architectural design concepts to drive sector and company growth.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.
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 policies
Maintain an audit file for each contract to include the original contract, all correspondence, changes/deviations/modifications, amendments, clarifications, payment schedules, and deliverables
Provide program managers and executives with contract brief during the contract
Cultivate strong, ongoing relationships with internal/external customers
Provide contractual guidance and risk manage mitigation strategies for contractual business obligations
We offer phenomenal learning opportunities, exposure to a wide variety of projects and customers, and a very friendly inclusive environment! We are looking for self-motivated, proactive, team focused 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! Does this sound like what you're looking for?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.Basic Qualifications for Level 3 :
Bachelor’s Degree and 5+ years of professional, relevant experience – OR - Master's degree with 3+ years of professional, relevant experience
Experience negotiating and administering various contract types
Experience with government regulations, such as FAR or DFAR
Ability to work on-site daily with the possibility of a hybrid schedule periodically in Redondo Beach, CA
Active Secret Security Clearance
Basic Qualifications for Level 4 :
Bachelor’s Degree and 8+ years of professional, relevant experience – OR - Master's degree with 6+ years of professional, relevant experience
Experience negotiating and administering various contract types
Experience with government regulations, such as FAR or DFAR
Active Secret Security Clearance
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience working competitive DoD proposals
Contracts Administration, Business and /or Supply Chain experience and/or extended education
Experience in training, knowledge share, and collaboration with contracts and business colleagues
Experience with ID/IQ, FOPRs, Cost Type, Fixed Price, Incentive and various contract types
Certification from the National Contracts Management Association
Salary Range for Level 3: $88,700.00 - $133,100.00Salary Range for Level 4: $109,900.00 - $164,900.00Salary Range: $88,700 - $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 such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions.Employees may be eligible for 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. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.
