Level 2/Level 3 Principal Contract Administrator

Northrop Grumman has an opening for either a Level 2 or Level 3 Contract Administrator to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals! This position will be located on-site at either our Palmdale, California or San Diego, California locations.

The successful candidate will support proposal development, submissions and negotiations followed by supporting program execution by providing contractual interpretation and guidance. Candidate will have interface with the external customer, internal program management team, functional management, and senior leadership to provide contractual council and administrative support and analysis to meet program requirements. Must be highly productive in daily routine and demonstrate good oral and written communications skills along with strong computer literacy.

Essential Functions:

• 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.

• Processes specifications, progress, and other reports.

• Advises management of contractual rights and obligations.

• Compiles and analyzes data.

• Maintains historical information.

We offer flexible work arrangements, phenomenal learning opportunities, exposure to a wide variety of projects and customers, and a very friendly team environment. We are looking for self-motivated, proactive, and goal-oriented people to help us grow our services and become even better at what we do.

Basic Qualifications for a Level 2 Contract Administrator:

• Bachelor's degree with 3 years of experience in contracts management, contract administration, or a Master's degree with 1 year of related experience, or equivalent industry experience.

• Ability to obtain/maintain Top Secret Clearance and Program Access.

Basic Qualifications for a Level 3 Principal Contract Administrator:

• Bachelor's degree with 6 years of experience in contracts management, contract administration, or a Master's degree with 4 years of related experience, or equivalent industry experience.

• Ability to obtain/maintain Top Secret Clearance and Program Access.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Aerospace and Defense industry experience.

• Experience in contract negotiations.

• Prior experience supporting contracts consisting of complex production efforts.

• Prior experience with a variety of contract types such as Cost Plus, Fixed Price, Fixed Price Incentive Fee, etc.

• Prior knowledge and understanding of FAR and DFARS.

• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to be flexible and change directions when needed.

• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

We offer flexible work arrangements, phenomenal learning opportunities, exposure to a wide variety of projects and customers, and a very friendly team environment. We are looking for self-motivated, proactive, and goal-oriented people to help us grow our services and become even better at what we do.

Our Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) provide benefits for the member, our leaders and the company. Our ERGs offer opportunities to be a friend, be active, be a volunteer, be a leader, to be recognized and to be yourself. Every ERG is inclusive of all employees!

At Northrop Grumman, we are on the cutting edge of innovation-- building the next generation of sophisticated aircraft to protect our country. Our diverse portfolio of programs means there are endless paths to cultivate your career. We are well-known for our inclusive, family environment, as well as our excellent work/life balance. We also offer exceptional benefits/healthcare, a 9/80 schedule, and a great 401K matching program.