Contract Administrator

Northrop Grumman Corp.; Melbourne (FL); On-site; USD 66,000 - 98,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

9/80 schedule

Competitive benefits

Career growth

Job summary

Northrop Grumman in Melbourne, FL seeks a Contracts Professional Level 2 to support the Global Surveillance Division. The role covers contract administration, negotiations, and customer interactions to ensure compliance with company policies and government requirements.

Qualifications include a Bachelor's degree with 2+ years of related experience, FAR/DFAR knowledge, and the ability to obtain Top Secret clearance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in relevant field with 2+ years related experience.
• Knowledge of FAR/DFAR requirements and contract types.
• Ability to obtain/maintain US government clearance (Top Secret).

Responsibilities

• Administer, extend, negotiate and terminate standard and nonstandard contracts.
• Support proposal preparation, contract negotiations and customer contact activities.
• Monitor contract performance and ensure compliance with policies and requirements.
• Prepare and manage written communications with internal and external customers.
• Enter/maintain contract data in Contract Management System or Enterprise Accounting System.
• Ensure timely delivery of contractual deliverables and invoicing.

Skills

Contract management

Proposal preparation

Negotiation

Customer interface

FAR/DFAR knowledge

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Master's Degree (preferred)

Tools

Contract Management System

Enterprise Accounting System

Job description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance availableCLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: NoCLEARANCE TYPE: Top SecretTRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the TimeDescriptionAt 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 Contracts Professional Level 2 (Contracts Administrator) to join its team of qualified and diverse individuals supporting our Global Surveillance Division. This position may be located on-site at the Melbourne, FL offices. This position may will follow our 9/80 schedule. This schedule allows employees who work a nine-hour day Monday through Thursday to take every other Friday off.The Contract Administrator is responsible for administering, extending, negotiating and terminating standard and nonstandard contracts. The team member will also support proposal preparation, contract negotiation, contract administration, and customer contact activities to provide for proper contract acquisition and fulfillment in accordance with company policies, legal requirements, and customer specifications. As an embedded member of the contracts team, this team member will support a major program or division.Primary Job Duties:Examines estimates of material, equipment services, production costs, performance requirements, and delivery schedules to ensure accuracy and completeness.Prepares bids; processes specifications, progress, and other reports; advises management of contractual rights and obligations; compiles and analyzes data; and maintains historical information.Supports interface with customer for contractual issues among team membersMonitor contract and associated program to ensure that contractual obligations are communicated and understoodParticipate 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 specificationsWork under direct and general supervision to develop solutions to both routine and complex contractual matters to ensure company compliance with contract requirements on assigned programsEnsure fulfillment of contract requirements, support contract changes and maintain historical information within company policy and procedureReview terms and conditions to address provisions and risks of financial terms, acceptance criteria, delivery requirements, warranty, intellectual property, termination provisions, indemnification and all other potential risk areas and recommend risk mitigation strategiesPrepare and manage written communications with internal and external customers for assigned contractual mattersEnter and maintain contract data into Contract Management System or Enterprise Accounting SystemEnsure timely delivery of all contractual deliverables and submission of invoicesBasic Qualifications for Level 2:Bachelor’s Degree and 2 years of professional work experience related to contracts, proposals, business management or other similar industry experience, or Master’s Degree in relevant field of study.Ability to travel up to 10% of the timeKnowledge of FAR/DFAR requirementsKnowledge of multiple contract types including Firm Fixed Price, Time & Materials or Cost Plus Fixed FeeMust have the ability to obtain and maintain an active US Government Secret or higher clearance within a reasonable timeframe to support business operations and needs.Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a US Government Top Secret clearance.Must have the ability to obtain and maintain Special Access Program (SAP) clearance.Preferred Additional Qualifications:Prior experience within aerospace or defenseExperience with incentive fee and award fee contract typesContract Management Certification (Certified Professional Contract Manager, Certified Commercial Contract Manager, Certified Federal Contract Manager, Certified Contract Management Associate)Current, active US Government Secret or TS/SCI Security ClearanceWe offer flexible work arrangements, phenomenal learning opportunities, exposure to a wide variety of projects and customers, and a very friendly team environment. We are looking for self-motivated, proactive, and goal-oriented people to help us grow our services and become even better at what we do.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.Primary Level Salary Range: $65,500.00 - $98,300.00The 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 http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.