Contract Administrator

Contract Administrator

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.

At the heart of Defining Possible is our commitment to missions. In rapidly changing global security environments, Northrop Grumman brings informed insights and software-secure technology to enable strategic planning. We're looking for innovators who can help us keep building on our wide portfolio of secure, affordable, integrated, and multi-domain systems and technologies that fuel those missions. By joining in our shared mission, we'll support yours of expanding your personal network and developing skills, whether you are new to the field, or an industry thought leader. At Northrop Grumman, you'll have the resources, support, and team to do some of the best work of your career.

We're looking for you to join our team as a Contract Administrator based out of Linthicum, MD or Elkridge, MD. This is a full-time, on-site position.

What You Will Get To Do :

This Contract Administrator role at Northrop Grumman will support a variety of programs within the Land & Maritime Systems Business Unit and have an opportunity to gain valuable experience for growth within the Company. The selected candidate will support day-to-day contracts operations for sustainment (spares / repairs / services) contracts and support various contract administrative tasking as needed across the Business Unit. Responsibilities will include :

• Support the contract lifecycle through proposal development, contract negotiation, award, execution, and closeout in accordance with company policies, legal requirements and customer specifications.
• Process documentation for contract administration such as contract award documentation review, contractual requirements documentation, closeout checklists, on-time delivery and delinquency data management.
• Develop solutions for contractual matters - advise management of contractual rights and obligations; compiles and analyzes data; and maintains historical information.
• Setting up and maintaining contract files and data integrity.
• Reviewing terms and conditions to address provisions and risks of financial terms, acceptance criteria, delivery requirements, intellectual property, termination provisions, indemnification, and all other potential risk areas and recommending risk mitigation strategies.
• Under general supervision, developing solutions to both routine and complex contractual matters to ensure company compliance with contract requirements on assigned programs.
• Assisting management in achieving financial goals related to cash management and sales.
• Preparing written communications with internal and external customers for assigned contractual matters.
• Maintaining contract data into the Enterprise Accounting System.
• Ensuring timely delivery of all contractual deliverables.

This individual must have the ability to meet high performance expectations in a very dynamic environment. Excellent communication is a must as the selected candidate will be directly involved in negotiations with the customer as a strategic team member.

Qualifications :

Basic Qualifications for a Level 2 Contract Administrator :

Bachelor's degree with 2 years of experience in contracts / related field - OR - a Master's degree with 1 year of experience in contracts / related field - OR - 6 years of experience in lieu of a degree.

Experience using Microsoft Office suite, especially Excel and PowerPoint

Must be able to obtain and maintain DoD (Department of Defense) Secret clearance

Preferred Qualifications :

Working knowledge of FAR / DFARS clauses

Experience in the defense industry

Ability to learn and utilize various data entry software tools and to adapt with changes to those tools

Basic understanding of Government contracting requirements

Experience with government contracting

What We Can Offer You

Northrop Grumman provides a comprehensive benefits package and a work environment which encourages your growth and supports the mutual success of our people and our company. Northrop Grumman benefits give you the flexibility and control to choose the benefits that make the most sense for you and your family.

Your benefits will include the following : Health Plan, Savings Plan, Paid Time Off and Additional Benefits including Education Assistance, Training and Development, 9 / 80 Work Schedule (where available), and much more!

Primary Level Salary Range : $70,600.00 - $105,800.00

The 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.