Lead Contracts Administrator – Government Contracts

0902 SP - Launch Vehicles

United States

On-site

USD 81,000 - 122,000

Full time

7 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Northrop Grumman Space Sector in Chandler, AZ, is seeking a Contract Administrator – Level 4 to lead contractual activities essential to the Launch Exploration Division. The role demands strong communication, organizational skills and experience in government contracting, with leadership responsibilities and collaboration across technical, program, finance, and security teams.

You will negotiate complex contracts, manage risk, maintain customer relationships and ensure compliance with FAR/DFARS

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree with 5+ years of contracts experience – OR – Master's degree with 3+ years of contracts experience.
Must have ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Secret security clearance.
Experience negotiating and administering various contract types (Firm Fixed Price, Time & Materials, Cost-Plus Fixed Fee).

Responsibilities

Prioritize proposal activities and manage multiple tasks.
Identify contractual risks and mitigate with appropriate contract provisions.
Serve as key business advisor to program managers on contractual and operational matters.
Plan and execute successful contract negotiations of a complex nature and favorable terms.
Maintain excellent relationships with customers to administer, modify, negotiate and terminate standard and nonstandard agreements.
Enter and manage data in the Contract Management System (CMS).
Other duties as assigned.