Senior Principal Contract Administrator

Senior Principal Contract Administrator – Level 4

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.

Expand your horizons, advance your career, and contribute to a secure future for generations. Northrop Grumman's Space Sector invites you to bring your pioneering spirit to our collaborative teams. As a Senior Principal Contract Administrator – Level 4 located in Promontory, UT, you'll be a linchpin in missions of paramount importance, defining the art of the possible from day one. This position is 100% onsite and cannot accommodate telecommute work.

Northrop Grumman Innovation Systems designs, builds and delivers space, defense and aviation-related systems to customers around the world. Our main products include launch vehicles and related propulsion systems; missile products, subsystems and defense electronics; precision weapons, armament systems and ammunition; satellites and associated space components and services; and advanced aerospace structures.

This position will work a 9/80 schedule, with every other Friday off.

Job responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Handle multiple small to medium contract activities simultaneously.
• Participates in and/or conducts proposal preparation, contract negotiation, contract administration, contract closeout, and customer contact activities to provide for proper contract fulfillment in accordance with company policies, legal requirements, and customer specifications.
• Examines and evaluates cost estimates and delivery schedules to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Presents and negotiates contract terms and conditions, compiles and analyzes data, responsible for contract records management.
• Works to create logical solutions to contractual matters to ensure business unit compliance.
• Team building with internal functions: Program Management, Finance, Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Mission & Safety Assurance, and Business Development.
• Other duties as assigned

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree with 8 years of relevant professional contracts experience – OR – Master's degree with 6 years of relevant professional contracts experience – OR – PhD with 4 years of relevant professional contracts experience.
• No clearance required to start
• Familiarity with contract terms and conditions and in proposal development, negotiation, and contract administration.
• Understanding of commercial/US Government contractual instruments including contract type, terms and conditions, and contract financing vehicles.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint and Word. Database capability also desired.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated leadership qualities; ability to start, oversee, and follow-through with major assignments and responsibilities.
• Ability to work in a dynamic, fast paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulations, Defense Federal Acquisition, NASA Federal Acquisition, and ITAR requirements.
• Knowledge of the contract financing, milestone and, Performance Based payments, and budget planning process.
• Ability to analyze risk and financial data.

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Primary Level Salary Range: $101,400.00 - $152,200.00The 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 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. For our complete EEO and pay transparency statement, please visit U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.