Requisition ID: R10184130
Category: Business Management
* Location: Linthicum, Maryland, United States of America
* Clearance Type: Secret
* Telecommute: Yes-May consider hybrid teleworking for this position
* Shift: 1st Shift (United States of America)
* Travel Required: Yes, 10% of the Time
* Positions Available: 1
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. At the heart of Defining Possible is our commitment to missions. In rapidly changing global security environments, Northrop Grumman brings informed insights and software-secure technology to enable strategic planning. We're looking for innovators who can help us keep building on our wide portfolio of secure, affordable, integrated, and multi-domain systems and technologies that fuel those missions. By joining in our shared mission, we'll support yours of expanding your personal network and developing skills, whether you are new to the field, or an industry thought leader. At Northrop Grumman, you'll have the resources, support, and team to do some of the best work of your career.
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Northrop Grumman Mission Systems seeks a Manager 2 Contracts to lead our Emerging Capabilities Development Advanced Missions Business Unit (BU) based in Linthicum, MD. This is a full-time position requiring an ability to work in-office 3 days a week, with the potential to grow to 100% onsite. This exciting business focuses on cutting edge technologies to drive the capability development and deployment of the future.
What You Will Get To Do:
The Contracts Manager will report directly to the ECD Manager of Contracts and will partner with the BU Director and the BU Business Manager to ensure all contractual, pricing and government property requirements are achieved in support of the BU's financial and strategic objectives.
As the Manager of Contracts, you will lead a team of professionals responsible for shaping of acquisitions, proposal development, negotiations, administration of contracts, and contract closeout, while ensuring that all work products are compliant with company policies, legal requirements, and customer specifications. As the Manager of Advanced Missions, you will partner with the BU leadership team to support the BU business portfolios, including capture of new business. This position also requires general knowledge of Government Property management and Pricing policies and principles.
As Manager, you will be required to provide objective-oriented direction utilizing management guidelines, general policies and maintain a strong level of engagement by inspiring, motivating and further developing a team of experienced professionals.
Responsibilities include:
Direct management, oversight, and career development of a team of Contract Administrators.
* Fostering and maintaining relationships with internal and external customers.
* Interfacing with management regarding all contracts, pricing and government property related matters.
* Identifying, developing, and recommending risk mitigation strategies.
* Developing solutions to complex management, contracts, pricing, and property concerns.
* Advising management of contractual rights and obligations.
* Providing adequate resourcing and oversight to ensure execution of the goals of the organization.
* Ensuring compliance with company policies and requirements.
* Ensuring proper administration and management of all aspects of the contract lifecycle including shaping of acquisitions, proposal development, negotiations, administration of standard and nonstandard contracts, and closeout of contracts.
Qualifications:
Basic Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree and 7 years of industry related experience working in Contracts Administration or related field or 5 years with a Master's degree.
* Active U.S. Government Secret Security Clearance
* Minimum of 7 years of experience in a Defense contracting environment to include experience with DoD customers.
* Experience in FAR/DFAR, customer relations, all phases of the contract lifecycle, and contract types including but not limited to Cost type and FFP.
* Experience interfacing with all levels of employees and management.
Preferred Qualifications:
Active U.S Government Top Secret Security Clearance.
* Experience using SAP.
* Proposal development and negotiation skills and experience building strong customer relations.
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: $123,400 - $185,000
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.
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.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.