The Associate Contract Administrator/ Contract Administrator will join the Navigation and Targeting Systems (NTS) Division, Civil Aviation Operating Unit (OU) contracts team. This position will act as the primary interface with business partners and commercial customers for proposal/quote preparation, contract negotiation, and contract administration.
This opening may be filled at the Associate Contract Administrator or Contract Administrator level. This position will be located in Woodland Hills, CA and is expected to work a hybrid schedule.
What You Will Get To Do:
The Associate Contract Administrator/ Contract Administrator will manage assigned contracts in accordance with company policies, legal requirements, and customer specifications. Additionally, this position will ensure that contractual obligations are communicated and understood, ensure fulfillment of contract requirements, manage contract changes, and maintain historical information.
Responsibilities:

Administers, extends, negotiates and terminates standard and nonstandard contracts.

* Conducts proposal preparation, contract negotiation, contract administration, and customer contact activities to provide for proper contract acquisition and fulfillment in accordance with company policies, legal requirements, and customer specifications.

* Examines estimates of material, equipment services, production costs, performance requirements, and delivery schedules to ensure accuracy and completeness.

* Prepares bids; processes specifications, progress, and other reports.

* Advises management of contractual rights and obligations.

* Compiles and analyzes data; and maintains historical information.

Qualifications:
Basic Qualifications for an Associate Contract Administrator:

Bachelor's degree OR - 4 years of experience in lieu of a degree.

* Excellent verbal and written communication skills;

* Ability to use Microsoft Office including Excel, Word, Outlook, Power Point, and Teams;

* Ability to start, oversee, and follow-through with assignments and responsibilities, with limited supervision;

* Must be a team player, independent, and proactive

Basic Qualifications for a Contract Administrator:

Bachelor's degree with 2 yrs of experience OR - 6 years of experience in lieu of a degree.

* Excellent verbal and written communication skills;

* Ability to use Microsoft Office including Excel, Word, Outlook, Power Point, and Teams;

* Ability to start, oversee, and follow-through with assignments and responsibilities, with limited supervision;

* Must be a team player, independent, and proactive

Preferred Qualifications for both levels:

Professional experience in a regulated industry such as Aerospace & Defense, Business Management, or Law;

* Possess strong problem solving and organizational skills;

* Demonstrated leadership qualities

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. 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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Salary Range: $59,600 - $89,400
Salary Range 2: *$87,200 - $130,800
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.
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 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 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. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.