Manager Contracts Administration 2

0090 CORP-Corporate Office; United States; On-site; USD 127,100 - 190,700; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime eligibility

Discretionary bonuses

Health insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

The 0090 CORP-Corporate Office in Linthicum, VA is seeking a Manager Contract Administration to oversee contract portfolios while ensuring financial success and customer satisfaction. This onsite role requires a strong background in government contracting and negotiation skills.

The ideal candidate will hold a relevant degree and have extensive experience managing contracts, particularly with the US Government. The position offers a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for career growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with 8 years of professional experience OR Master’s degree with 6 years of professional experience.
• Experience negotiating and administering contracts with the US Government.
• Requires an active Top-Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) clearance.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for all aspects of the contracts portfolio ensuring customer satisfaction and financial performance.
• Direct supervision and management of a team of contract administrators.
• Plan and execute successful contract negotiations.

Skills

Negotiating skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Leadership experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree

Job description

Relocation assistance may be available.

Clearance Required for Start: Yes. Clearance Type: SCI. Travel: Yes, 10% of the time.

Position Overview

As a Manager Contract Administration – Manager Level 2 located in Linthicum, VA, you’ll be a linchpin in missions of paramount importance, defining the art of the possible from day one. This 100% onsite position cannot accommodate telecommute work and operates on a 9/80 schedule, with every other Friday off.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for all aspects of the contracts portfolio delivering strong customer satisfaction, successful financial performance, risk mitigation, change management, and new business strategy.
• Direct supervision and management of a team of contract administrators.
• Review and approve contractual documents to protect the company's contractual/risk posture, ensure satisfaction of contractual requirements, and adherence to company policies.
• Plan and execute successful contract negotiations of a complex nature and achieve targeted profit rates as well as favorable terms and conditions to assist in meeting profit and cash goals.
• Regularly interface with program, technical, and operations organizations to provide guidance and direction based upon the resulting contracts’ requirements.
• Make timely decisions, offer guidance, and work cooperatively with a multitude of organizations including technical, program, finance, supply chain, legal, export, and security.
• Solve complex problems by actively seeking information and new ideas from a variety of sources.
• Build strong customer intimacy and employee engagement to assist with growing this important business area.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with 8 years of professional experience OR Master’s degree with 6 years of professional experience.
• Will consider an additional 4+ years of experience in lieu of degree.
• Requires an active Top-Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) clearance at time of application.
• Experience negotiating and administering fixed price and cost reimbursable contract types of varying sizes with the US Government.
• Thorough understanding of the requirements of applicable government regulations, including the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR).
• Advanced proposal development and negotiation skills.
• Ability to function independently and effectively with competing priorities and deadlines in a fast‑paced environment.
• Excellent problem‑solving and decision‑making skills to resolve complex problems and minimize risk to the company.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to use them in informing, presenting, and negotiating at all levels of management.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree or equivalent professional certification.
• 10+ years’ experience in government contracting.
• Demonstrated leadership experience or supervisor experience.
• Experience with the NASA FAR Supplement.
• Experience managing commercial contracts, or similar agreements, with the US Government.

Benefits

Northrop Grumman offers a comprehensive Total Rewards and benefits package designed to help you thrive at work and in life. Salary range: $127,100.00 – $190,700.00 (depending on scope and responsibilities). Employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, discretionary bonuses, long‑term incentives, health, life, disability insurance, savings plan, company‑paid holidays, and paid time off (PTO).

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.