Contract Administrator

divh2Contract Administrator / h2pAt Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact peoples 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 nations 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, theyre making history. / ppNorthrop Grumman Defense Systems Sector is seeking a Contract Administrator to join its team of qualified, and diverse professionals. This position will be located in Mesa, AZ. This is an on-site position, hybrid or remote options are not available for this position. This is a very dynamic OU with high volume and fast paced contracts supporting numerous international customers, US DOD customers, and other prime contractors. Candidate must be a self-starter with the ability to manage customer relationships while collaborating internally with program and functional team members to facilitate successful contract execution and resolve emerging issues. Candidate must also have experience with and aptitude for managing contracts within a fast-paced, high-volume environment. / ppEssential Functions : / pulliPrioritize proposal activities and working on multiple tasks simultaneously / liliIdentify contractual risks and mitigate with appropriate contract provisions / liliServe as key business advisor to the program managers on contractual and operational matters / liliOversees all phases of the contract administration process, from initial preparation and negotiation through execution, changes or extensions, and termination. / liliPlan and execute successful contract negotiations of a complex nature and achieving targeted profit rates, favorable terms and conditions on both contracts and other agreements required to assist in mitigating risk and meeting overall financial goals / liliBuild customer intimacy despite geographical separation as well as be able to effectively cultivate those relationships early on / liliMake decisions in a timely manner under tight deadlines and pressure / liliOffer guidance and work collaboratively with a multitude of organizations ranging from technical, program, finance, global supply chain, and trade compliance for seamless contract administration / liliMaintain comprehensive and organized electronic and hard copy records of all contracts and related documentation for easy access and auditing / liliOther duties as assigned / li / ulpBasic Qualifications : / pulliLevel 2 : Bachelors degree with 2+ years of professional experience in contracts - OR - Masters degree / Juris Doctor / / In lieu of degree 6 years of applicable experience / liliExcellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to use them in informing, presenting, and negotiating to all levels of management / liliTeam player, independent, proactive, and possess excellent problem solving, oral and written communication, and organizational skills. / liliExperience evaluating / negotiating FAR clauses in different contract types / li / ulpPreferred Qualifications : / pulliDemonstrated people leadership and / or supervisory / management experience. / liliMust possess excellent problem solving and decision-making skills that support accomplishment of discipline objective to resolve complex problems and minimize risk to the Corporation. / liliAbility to work independently and make independent decisions, ensuring high levels of collaboration with stakeholders and subject matter experts. / liliKnowledge of Contract Management System (CMS) and Cost Point (CP). / li / ululliProficient in Excel, PowerPoint, Word, SharePoint, etc. / li / ulpPrimary Level Salary Range : $65,500.00 - $98,300.00 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 candidates 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. / ppNorthrop 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. / p / div