Sr. Principal Contract Administrator

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.

We’re looking for you to join our team as a Sr Principal Contract Administrator based out of either McClellan or San Jose, CA.  This position may be staffed as a hybrid role and offers the 9/80 work schedule.

What You'll Get To Do:

Roles and 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.

• Routinely creates, tracks and submits Wide-Area-Work-Flow (WAWF) documentation in the government PIEE system.

• Provides day-to-day contractual guidance and support to internal program teams and business management.

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree and 8 + years of relevant experience - OR - a Master's degree and 6 + years of relevant experience.

• Strong technical acumen in Microsoft Office Suite (specifically Excel, PowerPoint, and Word) and Adobe Acrobat.

• Knowledge of FAR/DFAR's

• In-depth knowledge of commercial and government contracting with experience with different contract types.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Juris Doctorate Degree

• Current & active DoD secret clearance

• Government acquisition contracting background

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!

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 all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.