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 Defense Systems (NGDS) is seeking a Principal Contracts Administrator or a Contracts Administrator to join its team of qualified and diverse individuals supporting its C4 Missile Defense (C4MD) Business Unit. The successful applicant will assume contracts responsibilities for domestic work in the Global Mission Command and Control Operating Unit. This position is Hybrid with a primary presence in Huntsville, AL or any Northrop Grumman facility.
Job responsibilities include:

Collaborate effectively with the program team (finance, supply chain, quality & mission assurance, legal, pricing, and compliance) to recommend and complete actions to ensure satisfactory program performance and proposal activities in a high intensity, fast moving environment.
* Support solicitation review/analysis, proposal preparation, and signoff.
* Briefing complex issues to senior leadership.
* Negotiate, administer, extend, and close various types of contracts (federal government and direct commercial contracts)
* Work with program business management team to closely monitor contract funding and payments.
* Advise programs and management of contractual rights and obligations.
* Provide for proper contract acquisition and fulfillment in accordance with company policies, legal requirements, and customer specifications.
* Establish successful working relationships with customers via email, telephone, and in-person, when appropriate.
* Examine estimates of material, equipment services, production costs, performance requirements, and delivery schedules to ensure accuracy and completeness.
* Maintain historical information including official correspondence.
Basic Qualifications:
(Level 02) - Bachelor's degree with a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience -OR- Master's degree or additional 6 years in lieu of a degree
(Level 03) - Bachelor's degree with 5 years of relevant experience -OR- Master's degree with a minimum of 3 years of experience or additional 9 years in lieu of a degree

Experience in U.S. Government Department of Defense contract administration / management with working knowledge of FAR/DFARS.
* Must have or be able to obtain and maintain a US DoD Secret Clearance.
* Must be able to travel domestically as needed to support program and capture needs.
Preferred Qualifications for both levels:

Master's degree or higher in business, contracts, or law.
* Experience supporting proposals and negotiating various types of federal and direct commercial contracts.
* Demonstrated experience working independently on complex contract management responsibilities, including contract and regulatory compliance, and negotiations (price, terms and conditions, and technical requirements).
* Demonstrated public speaking experience on complex matters.
* Demonstrated experience managing contractual risk during both the proposal phase and the execution phase.
* Demonstrated experience in Production contracts.
* Demonstrated experience with SAP and Contract Management Systems.
* Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to be flexible and change directions when needed.
Salary Range: $68,000 - $103,000
Salary Range 2: $84,000 - $127,000
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.