Manager Contracts 2

Combat Systems Operating Unit Manager Of Contracts Administration 2

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.

Put your skills to the test by pushing the boundaries of what's possible. From global defense to sustainment and modernization to mission readiness, your experience and ability will make it a reality. Our programs are built on equal parts of curiosity and collaboration. Our combined effort means our customers can connect and defend millions of people around the world. With Northrop Grumman, you'll have the opportunity to be an essential part of projects that will define your career, now and in the future.

Northrop Grumman Weapon Systems Division, Armament Systems Business Unit (BU) is seeking an experienced and dynamic individual to join its team as the Combat Systems Operating Unit (OU) Manager of Contracts Administration 2 located on-site in Plymouth, MN. This is not a full-time remote position and requires the selected candidate to work on-site in Plymouth, MN. This position will report directly to the Director of Contracts for the Armament Systems BU and will support a robust international and domestic portfolio of programs and provide leadership to the contracts team. This position requires excellent oral and written communication skills and regular interaction with various levels of executive management to include various functional organizations throughout the OU, BU, Division, and Sector levels.

Essential Functions :

• This position will provide leadership, support, professional development, and training as needed in all aspects of the contracts discipline
• Builds and leads a team of highly motivated and effective contract professionals to include training, mentoring / guidance, directing daily activities, delegating work assignments, and ensuring compliance, accuracy, and timely work assignment completion of direct reports
• Candidate is required to have in depth understanding of the Department of Defense (DoD) regulations and commercial terms and conditions to negotiate all types of United States Government, commercial and international contractual instruments, and agreements
• The candidate will collaborate across functions to advise and support competitive and sole source Request for Proposals (RFPs), Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs), and Teaming Agreements and will need to have knowledge of International Traffic and Arms Regulations (ITAR)
• This position will ensure compliance with company policies, legal requirements, and customer specifications
• The candidate will also be an advisor to the OU and BU on contractual rights and obligations, to include risk mitigation. Candidate should be able to compile and analyze data, maintain historical information, and engage in strategic priorities as needed
• The position is responsible for supervision and development of a number of Contracts professional and administrative employees that support the OU. This includes responsibility for hiring, training, and assigning the workload for its direct reports

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Preferred Qualifications :

Primary Level Salary Range : $123,400.00 - $185,000.00 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.