Job Details

Level 2 Contract Administrator - (Clearance Required)

Requisition ID: R10185725

• Category: Business Management
• Location: San Diego, California, United States of America | Palmdale, California, United States of America + 1 more
• Clearance Type: Top Secret
• Telecommute: No- Teleworking not available for this position
• Shift: 1st Shift (United States of America)
• Travel Required: Yes, 10% of the Time
• Relocation Assistance: Relocation assistance may be available

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.

Northrop Grumman has an opening for a Level 2 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:

1. Administers, extends, negotiates and terminates standard and nonstandard contracts.
2. 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.
3. Examines estimates of material, equipment services, production costs, performance requirements, and delivery schedules to ensure accuracy and completeness.
4. Processes specifications, progress, and other reports.
5. Advises management of contractual rights and obligations.
6. Compiles and analyzes data.
7. Maintains historical information.

Basic Qualifications for a Level 2 Contract Administrator:

1. Bachelor's degree with 2 years of experience in contracts management, contract administration, or a Master's degree
2. Active DoD Top Secret Clearance (with a background investigation completed within the last 5 years or currently enrolled into Continuous Evaluation)
3. Must have the ability to obtain and maintain the Special Access Program (SAP) clearance prior to commencement of employment.

Preferred Qualifications:

1. Aerospace and Defense industry experience.
2. Experience in contract negotiations.
3. Prior knowledge and understanding of FAR and DFARS.
4. Prior experience with a variety of contract types such as Cost Plus, Fixed Price, Fixed Price Incentive Fee, etc.
5. Prior experience supporting contracts consisting of complex production efforts.
6. Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to be flexible and change directions when needed.
7. Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

Salary Range: $73,900 - $110,900

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.

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.