Location: Sunnyvale, California, United States of America | Annapolis Junction, Maryland, United States of America | Baltimore, Maryland, United States of America | Sykesville, Maryland, United States of America | Charlottesville, Virginia, United States of America + 4 moreClearance Type: NoneTelecommute: No - Teleworking not available for this positionShift: 1st Shift (United States of America)Travel Required: Yes, 10% of the TimeRelocation Assistance: Relocation assistance may be availablePositions Available: 1At 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.
We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future.
Northrop Grumman Mission Systems, Maritime/Land Systems & Sensors Division is seeking an experienced Principal Contract Administrator to join our Marine Systems Launcher Operating Unit located in Sunnyvale, CA, to support the Marine Logistics Support (MLS) program.
The hired candidate will report to the MLS Contracts Manager and will be responsible for field/technical services labor, engineering, and material proposals and contracts with varying degrees of complexity.
We are looking for a candidate who can work onsite at our Sunnyvale, CA, Annapolis, MD, Baltimore, MD, Sykesville, MD or Charlottesville, VA locations.
This position offers a 9/80 schedule.
Responsibilities include the following: Proposal Preparation and Negotiation (Pre-Contract)Review, analyze, and understand customer Requests for Proposal/Quotes (RFPs/RFQs), Statements of Work (SOW) and contract requirements.Examine estimates of material, equipment services, production costs, performance requirements, and delivery schedules to ensure accuracy and completeness.Ensure company proposals are fully responsive to prospective customer requirements.Develop negotiation strategy through collaboration with internal stakeholders.Manage proposal fact-finding and negotiations between customer and program team.Contract Administration and CloseoutOversee contract requirements including schedules and deliverables.Work with program and business management team to monitor contract funding, payments, and changes.Maintain and update contract files and records.Draft and submit correspondence to customers.Research contract issues to analyze and recommend solutions.OverallAdminister, negotiate, terminate, and close-out standard and nonstandard contracts.Advise your program team of contractual rights and obligations.Utilize and apply knowledge of FAR/DFARS and US Export Regulations.Effectively interface with internal stakeholders and customer counterparts.Basic Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree with a minimum of 5+ years experience in contracts, subcontracts, finance, or related function; or a Master's degree or JD with a minimum of 3 years experience.Ability to gather, organize and relay information and collaborate in a team environment.Strong time management skills to handle time-sensitive projects.Proficient skills in MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).Ability to obtain/maintain security clearance.Preferred Qualifications: Experience using SAP or ERP systems.Knowledge and understanding of FAR/DFARS.Recent experience as a Contracts Administrator in the defense industry.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.
Salary Range: $76,600 - $133,100
Northrop Grumman is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce.
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.
#J-18808-Ljbffr