Contract Administration Manager - Level 2

Contract Administration Manager - Level 2

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. Embark on a career putting innovative, reliable, and agile products and ideas into orbit, and beyond. Northrop Grumman has opportunities waiting for you that play a vital role in human space exploration, national defense, and scientific discovery, supporting multiple programs across the universe. With us, you'll discover a culture of curiosity and collaboration that will have you Defining Possible from the day you start. Our space systems connect and protect millions of people on earth every day, now and for the future. Explore your future and launch your career today. Are you interested in expanding your career through experience and exposure, all while supporting a mission that seeks to ensure the security of our nation and its allies? If so, then Northrop Grumman Space Sector is the place for you. With us, you'll discover a culture of curiosity and collaboration that will have you Defining Possible from the day you start.

Northrop Grumman is currently seeking a Contract Administration Manager - Level 2 to join our team in Promontory UT. Northrop Grumman is seeking a Contract Administration Manager - Level 2 to lead a Contracts team for our Hypersonic/Carbon-Carbon Programs. This individual will be responsible for leading, strategizing, and conducting proposal preparation, contract negotiation, contract administration and customer contact activities to provide and ensure proper contract acquisition and fulfillment in accordance with company policies, legal requirements, and customer requirements. They will also oversee and direct the daily activities of Contracts employees engaged in these activities.

Role and Impact:

• Responsible for the effective review, negotiation, management, and close-out of contracts.
• Responsible for the effective strategy, coordination, pricing, approval, submittal, and negotiation of proposals.
• Primary responsibility for effective customer negotiations of contract scope, price, terms, and conditions.
• Responsible for highly effective internal/external customer contractual relations for a business segment.
• Provide advice and counsel to senior leadership on contractual rights/obligations and interpretation of terms and conditions, as well as methods for change, risk assessment and mitigation, and cash management.
• Manage multiple moderately complex contracts and contract actions simultaneously that may involve significant risk with little consultation with management.
• Work under general supervision while using sound judgment to develop creative solutions to both routine and complex contractual matters while ensuring business unit compliance with customer requirements and company policies.
• Serve as an example and mentor to 2-3 direct reports, professionally lead and direct the daily activities of the contracts management employees, and delegate work assignments; to ensure compliance, accuracy, and accomplish timely assignment completion.
• Lead and/or participate in team building with internal functions (e.g. Program Management, Finance, Engineering, Safety and Mission Assurance, Supply Chain Management and Business Development).
• Other duties as assigned.

As a leader with integrity, you ensure ethical conduct, balanced results, and partner satisfaction. You respect and nurture growth, fostering a culture of excellence. Skilled in building collaborative teams and customer trust, you communicate well, foster strong teams, and embrace change. If this job description reads like it was written specifically for you, consider joining our team!

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree with 8+ years of professional experience in Contract Administration or related field - OR - Master's degree with 6+ years of professional experience in Contract Administration or related field.
• Demonstrated successful skills for proposal development and pricing, risk identification, contract negotiation, customer liaison, budgeting/cost control.
• Experience and knowledge in understanding and interpreting FAR/DFAR, CAS, and government contracting.
• Demonstrated proactive team player who possesses excellent problem solving, communication, and organizational skills.
• Demonstrated excellent decision-making skills supporting resolution of complex problems while minimizing risk.
• Demonstrated leadership experience.
• Ability to deal effectively with competing priorities and deadlines and work with all levels of employees.
• Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government DoD Secret security clearance.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Active U.S. Government DoD Secret security clearance.
• Master of Business Administration
• NCMA certification is a plus.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, presentation skills and computer skills.