Staff Contract Administrator - R10228932
Northrop Grumman, Los Angeles, CA, United States
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available.
CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No
CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret
TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the time.
Description
Northrop Grumman is seeking a Staff Contract Administrator (Level 5) to join its team of qualified and diverse professionals in Northridge, CA. The successful applicant will become part of Northrop Grumman’s contracts organization and will support various Government programs, capture and proposal activities, as well as provide contract operations support.
Responsibilities include contract administration from business development through contract closeout, ensuring strong customer satisfaction, successful financial performance, and risk mitigation.
Responsibilities
Work complex assignments independently, supporting Finance, Program Management, and various levels of Management.
Lead proposal preparation, contract negotiation, and contract administration activities from the proposal phase through closeout.
Administer daily contract activities for a variety of product lines and contract types, including cost reimbursable and firm fixed price, establishing payment terms.
Enter and manage data in the Contract Management System, financial and delivery systems as needed.
Participate in customer meetings, performing and monitoring compliance to contract requirements and leading the change management process.
Ensure NDAs and contract terms and conditions are negotiated within company guidelines.
Perform other contract administrative tasks as assigned.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree and at least 15 years relevant experience in U.S. Government contract administration and management or Master’s Degree with 13 years relevant experience. In lieu of formal degree, High School Diploma or equivalent (GED) and at least 19 years of relevant experience.
Experience working with program management, subcontracts, business management, finance, supply chain management, and representatives of Government agencies.
Demonstrated understanding and experience with FAR and DFARS.
Experience with contract types such as Cost Reimbursable, Firm Fixed Price, etc.
Effective proposal development skills, excellent negotiation skills, and excellent oral and written communication skills.
Decision‑making skills that support resolution of complex problems while minimizing risk to the corporation.
Advanced skills using MS Office suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, SharePoint).
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in the defense industry.
International and/or Foreign Military Sales experience.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills with internal and external customers.
Ability to work independently.
Ability to learn and utilize various data entry software tools and adapt to changes.
Advanced understanding of Government contracting requirements.
Salary and Benefits
Primary level salary range: $146,300.00 - $219,500.00. Benefits include health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, company paid holidays, and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business. Employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, discretionary bonus, and long‑term incentives for certain positions.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity 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. U.S. citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.
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CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No
CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret
TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the time.
Description
Northrop Grumman is seeking a Staff Contract Administrator (Level 5) to join its team of qualified and diverse professionals in Northridge, CA. The successful applicant will become part of Northrop Grumman’s contracts organization and will support various Government programs, capture and proposal activities, as well as provide contract operations support.
Responsibilities include contract administration from business development through contract closeout, ensuring strong customer satisfaction, successful financial performance, and risk mitigation.
Responsibilities
Work complex assignments independently, supporting Finance, Program Management, and various levels of Management.
Lead proposal preparation, contract negotiation, and contract administration activities from the proposal phase through closeout.
Administer daily contract activities for a variety of product lines and contract types, including cost reimbursable and firm fixed price, establishing payment terms.
Enter and manage data in the Contract Management System, financial and delivery systems as needed.
Participate in customer meetings, performing and monitoring compliance to contract requirements and leading the change management process.
Ensure NDAs and contract terms and conditions are negotiated within company guidelines.
Perform other contract administrative tasks as assigned.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree and at least 15 years relevant experience in U.S. Government contract administration and management or Master’s Degree with 13 years relevant experience. In lieu of formal degree, High School Diploma or equivalent (GED) and at least 19 years of relevant experience.
Experience working with program management, subcontracts, business management, finance, supply chain management, and representatives of Government agencies.
Demonstrated understanding and experience with FAR and DFARS.
Experience with contract types such as Cost Reimbursable, Firm Fixed Price, etc.
Effective proposal development skills, excellent negotiation skills, and excellent oral and written communication skills.
Decision‑making skills that support resolution of complex problems while minimizing risk to the corporation.
Advanced skills using MS Office suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, SharePoint).
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in the defense industry.
International and/or Foreign Military Sales experience.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills with internal and external customers.
Ability to work independently.
Ability to learn and utilize various data entry software tools and adapt to changes.
Advanced understanding of Government contracting requirements.
Salary and Benefits
Primary level salary range: $146,300.00 - $219,500.00. Benefits include health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, company paid holidays, and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business. Employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, discretionary bonus, and long‑term incentives for certain positions.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity 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. U.S. citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.
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