Contract Administrator - Level 3

Contract Administrator Level 3

Embark on a career putting innovative, reliable, and agile products and ideas into orbit, and beyond. Northrop Grumman has opportunities waiting for you that play a vital role in human space exploration, national defense, and scientific discovery, supporting multiple programs across the universe. With us, you'll discover a culture of curiosity and collaboration that will have you Defining Possible from the day you start. Our space systems connect and protect millions of people on earth every day, now and for the future. Explore your future and launch your career today.

Are you interested in expanding your career through experience and exposure, all while supporting a mission that seeks to ensure the security of our nation and its allies? If so, then Northrop Grumman Space Sector is the place for you. With us, you'll discover a culture of curiosity and collaboration that will have you Defining Possible from the day you start. Northrop Grumman is currently seeking a Contract Administrator Level 3 to join our team in Redondo Beach CA.

As a Contract Administrator, the selected candidate will be part of the Space Sector Contracts Operations team, serving as the primary interface between the Sector and Launch & Exploration Division (LED) Contracts team. This position requires an understanding of DoD contracting, excellent communication skills, strong technology acumen in M365, as well as interpersonal and organizational skills. The ideal candidate is an independent contributor and team player with strong leadership skills, demonstrated problem-solving skills, and a detail-oriented approach.

In this job, you will :

• Act as primary interface with the LED Contracts team for reporting, data calls, and contractual issues.
• Provide data extraction and analysis from ERP systems and contract management system(s) to support all related internal & external requests for information and data calls.
• Ability to work independently and in group settings to make decisions, ensuring high levels of collaboration with stakeholders and subject matter experts.
• Prioritize activities and work on multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Provide training, systems, and tools to support program teams in executing contract terms.
• Support special projects, communications, and developing positive relationships at all levels.
• Collaborate with other Contract Operations functions to perform ongoing monitoring and compliance.
• Build customer intimacy despite geographical separation as well as being able to effectively cultivate those relationships early on.
• Make decisions in a timely manner under tight deadlines and pressure.
• Maintain compliance with enterprise and sector requirements for contract reporting.
• Experience in preparing and presenting briefings to senior level internal & external customers.
• Offer analysis and work collaboratively with a multitude of organizations ranging from contracts, technical, program, finance, global supply chain, and security to support the establishment of appropriate policies and procedures.
• Other duties as assigned.

If this job description reads like it was written specifically for you, consider joining our team!

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Primary Level Salary Range : $91,200.00 - $136,800.00 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. 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.