S&SS OU Principal Contract Administrator

Company: Northrop Grumman
Location: Warner Robins
Posted on: August 6, 2022

Job Description:

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.Are you ready to put your experience to work at Northrop Grumman? If so, our Global Solutions & Modernization Division wants you to join our team as a Principal Contract Administrator and join the Subsystems and Software Sustainment (S&SS) operating unit program management team headquartered in Warner Robins, Georgia.You will be primarily supporting the Air Force Enterprise Sustainment Contract for sustainment spares and repairs for ALQ-155, ALQ-161, and ALQ-184 as well as the Air Force program Specialized Tactical Electronic Warfare Systems (STEWS). The STEWS program supports logistics support for multiple mission specific systems. This position will be located on site at the Warner Robins, GA facility (preferred) or remotely filled for the right candidate.In this position, you will administer, extend, negotiate and terminate standard and non-standard contracts and agreements. Your specific duties include, but are not limited to:1. Coordinating, administrating, proposing, and negotiating, standard and non-standard contracts and agreements supporting various domestic and international customers / requirements, including DoD and other entities as required.2. Proposal preparation - examining proposal requirements and estimates, supporting the preparation of bids, analysis of terms and conditions to evaluate risk, accuracy, and completeness to provide for proper contract acquisition and fulfillment in accordance with company policies, legal requirements, and customer specifications.3. Contract administration - process contractual documentation and reports, key advisor to management of contractual rights and obligations, compile and analyze data, coordinate SDRL/CDRL deliverables, and perform maintenance of historical information.4. Support the proper shipment, billing, and payment collection for contractual material, software, and data deliverables.5. Prepare weekly and monthly reports and maintenance of contractual databases.6. Daily interaction with internal and external customers. Duties may also include the preparation of proprietary information agreements, teaming agreements, export licenses/agreements and various types of memoranda as well as interface with internal functional and program organizations, effectively deal with external customers and meet the goals/objectives of the Warner Robins team.Basic Qualifications:1. Bachelor's degree and a minimum of 6 years of experience in contract administration and management; a Master's Degree and a minimum of 4 years relevant experience; an additional 4 years of additional relevant experience may be considered in lieu of a Bachelor's degree.2. Ability to effectively work with the management of other organizations (program management, subcontracts, business management, and supply chain management) as well as customer representatives.3. General knowledge in understanding and interpreting the FAR/DFARs and other U.S. Federal Government contract regulations along with experience in commercial contracting.4. Experience in preparing and presenting briefings to senior level internal & external customers.5. Ability to obtain/maintain a DoD Secret level government security clearance.6. Ability to obtain/maintain access to work at our Warner Robins facility (when needed).7. Ability to travel to Warner Robins, on occasion, if hired to work remotely.Preferred Qualifications:1. Master's degree or higher2. Experience with managing avionic and electronic warfare type contracts and services contracts supporting various again platforms.3. Experience in managing contract requirements for contracts within the Contiguous United States (CONUS) and Outside the Contiguous United States (OCONUS).4. Strong problem solving skills and the ability to be flexible and change directions when needed.5. Ability to work independently and make independent decisions, ensuring high levels of collaboration with stakeholder and subject matter experts.6. A current secret or higher clearance.Salary Range: $72,400 USD - $108,600 USD Employees may be eligible for 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 health and safety of our employees and their families is a top priority. The company encourages employees to remain up-to-date on their COVID-19 vaccinations. U.S. Northrop Grumman employees may be required, in the future, to be vaccinated or have an approved disability/medical or religious accommodation, pursuant to future court decisions and/or government action on the currently stayed federal contractor vaccine mandate under Executive Order 14042 https://www.saferfederalworkforce.gov/contractors/ .Northrop Grumman is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action 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/AA and Pay Transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO . U.S. Citizenship is required for most positions.

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