Manager Contract Administration 2

About the role

• RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available
• CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No
• CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret
• TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time

About the role

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.

Northrop Grumman Mission Systems is a trusted provider of mission-enabling solutions for global security. We have a wide portfolio of secure, affordable, integrated, and multi-domain systems and technologies. Our differentiated battle management and cyber solutions deliver timely, mission-enabling information and provide superior situational awareness and understanding to protect the U.S. and its global allies.

Northrop Grumman Mission Systems is looking for you to join our team as a Contract Administration Manager 2 based out of San Diego, CA. This is an onsite position that offers the 9/80 schedule.

What You’ll Get to Do

The Contract Administration Manager 2 will lead efforts for the Dynamic Connectivity Solutions Operating Unit (DCS OU) Contracts organization, within the Navigation, Intelligence & Connectivity (NIC) Division, Connectivity and Network Solutions Business Unit (CNS BU). This position reports to the BU Manager of Contracts.

In this role, Contract Manager 2 will be responsible for all aspects of the DCS OU contracts’ portfolio delivering successful financial performance, risk mitigation, change management, and customer satisfaction. Additionally, the successful candidate will be responsible for the direct supervision, management, and success of a staff of approximately 4 contracts professionals.

Specifically, the Contract Manager 2 will lead their team in conducting proposal preparation, contract negotiation, contract administration, and customer contact activities to provide for proper contract acquisition and fulfillment in accordance with company policies, business strategy, legal requirements, and customer specifications.

The Contract Manager 2 will also be required to provide objective-oriented direction utilizing management guidelines, general policies, and maintain a strong level of engagement, while dynamically leading, inspiring, motivating and developing a team of contract professionals.

This position may the ability to travel 10% of time as required to support our major programs. The successful candidate will have excellent written and oral communication skills.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with 8 years of industry related experience in contract administration/management – OR – a Master’s degree with 6 years of industry related experience as outlined above.
• Working knowledge of Contracts Administration in a FAR/DFARS environment
• Background in DoD contracting with prior experience with the USG and/or major defense contractor customers.
• Experience negotiating and administering various contract types of varying sizes types of agreements.
• Experienced with advanced proposal development, strategy and contract formation.
• Prior experience presenting and negotiating to all levels of management.
• Demonstrated leadership experience or supervisor experience
• Experience using Microsoft Office including Outlook, Excel, Teams and PowerPoint.
• US Citizenship
• Ability to obtain and maintain a US Government Secret clearance is required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Degree in Business, Finance, or related discipline
• JD or MBA
• Familiarity with SAP based systems.
• NCMA Certification (CPCM, CFCM and/or CCCM)
• Advanced knowledge of MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).
• Experience interfacing with all levels of employees and management.

Pay and benefits

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. Northrop Grumman benefits give you the flexibility and control to choose the benefits that make the most sense for you and your family.

Your benefits will include the following

• Health Plan, Savings Plan, Paid Time Off and Additional Benefits including Education Assistance, Training and Development, 9/80 Work Schedule (where available), and much more!
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Primary Level Salary Range

$133,100.00 - $199,700.00

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.