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Wavicle is looking for a Contract Specialist/Contract Manager to assume this newly created role in our growing organization. This role is responsible for drafting and negotiating client and partner contractors. Specifically, Services Agreement, Statements of work, NDAs and Vendor Contracts using a coordinated effort with designated legal counsel and finance, as necessary.

Additionally, this role serves a partner to internal leaders such as legal, finance, compliance, corporate risk, information security, physical security, privacy, insurance, business continuity and business risk to determine requirements and provide advice regarding business issues, such as deal terms, risk assessments, margin requirements, customer concerns, strategy, and company policy. This role requires a solid understanding of how to balance risk with business objectives and successfully drive transaction closures.

• Structures, drafts, reviews, and negotiates moderately complex prospect and vendor agreements involving a wide variety of subject matters, including master service agreements, statements of work, facilities or corporate vendor agreements, and marketing agreements.
• Communicates with and advises practice groups and senior management to determine terms for governing agreements. Advises on approach and applicable enterprise policies, standards and frameworks to build consensus on approach and execution.
• Ensures that programs, policies, procedures, and controls are implemented in a manner that is compliant with Company policy. Supports internal audits and reviews.
• Review, address, and correct as required, all SOWs and/or contracts. Work with designated Legal and Finance representation to draft and modify licensing and service contract terms in accordance with policies, customer specification & legal/financial requirements.
• Reviews incoming contract /SOW review requests for:
  • Completeness
  • Accuracy
  • Financial soundness
  • Alignment to margin requirements
• Works with finance to verify funding for proposed requests.
• Oversees the maintenance and integrity of all contract and statement/quotes files.
• Oversees the execution of signatures by vendor and internally for approved agreements.
• Informs requester of major status changes as needed.
• Creates and maintains a Contract file for each agreement. This involves pulling necessary information from the agreement.
• Maintains an organized central repository for all company contracts and contract forms, with role-based security access.

• 2+ years working as a Contract Specialist/Manager for an IT consulting services firm is required.
• 3 -5 years of experience in drafting and negotiation of commercial contracts.
• Experience in contract negotiation, administration, and close-out, including preparation of subcontract flow-down provisions.
• Clear and concise communication skills, both verbally and in writing, with excellent interpersonal skills.
• Able to proactively handle a variety of routine and non-routine, and often complex, contract drafting assignments.
• Practical and proactive problem-solving skills, with critical thinking ability to partner with project teams and management globally.
• Ability to work independently and in team settings under deadlines and sometimes at short notice.
• Confident ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic and changing business environment.
• Communicates changes effectively, builds commitment, and overcomes resistance. Prepares and supports those affected by change.
• Looks for ways to improve and promote quality. Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness.
• Ability to understand the underlying direction and executes accordingly. Takes ownership for actions, keeps commitments, and commits to long hours of work when necessary, to reach goals. Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.
• Sets and achieves challenging goals. Demonstrates persistence and overcomes obstacles. Measures self against standard of excellence. Takes calculated risks to accomplish goals.
• Approaches others in a tactful manner. Reacts well under pressure. Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position.
• Demonstrates high ethics and morals consistent with being a key gate keeper for sourcing decisions.
• Proficiency in standard computer programs, online applications, and other technology tools.
• Exceptional organizational skills. Builds and maintains organizational processes that provide for streamlined efforts to aid in the contract lifecycle from start to close.
• A four-year bachelors degree in business or related field from an accredited college or university, with a Juris Doctorate in law considered a plus.
• Management capabilities and experience are considered a plus.
• Comprehensive working knowledge of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), Defense FAR Supplement, and other agency FAR supplements considered a plus.

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. Northrop Grumman Mission Systems, Maritime/Land Systems & Sensors Division is seeking an experienced Contract Administrator/Principal Contract Administrator to become a member of the Marine Systems Business Unit, Launcher Operating Unit, supporting the Strategic Launch programs. The position will report directly to the Manager of Contracts and will serve as the primary contact with our customer, managing a $300M+ portfolio. The preferred work location is Sunnyvale, CA, but we will consider this position being full-time on-site at another NG Mission Systems office. This position will require flexibility to support West Coast operations/hours. This opening can be filled at the Contract Administrator or Principal Contract Administrator level. Come join our team! You will be a key contributor and empowered to make a difference!

What You'll Get to Do:

• Review, analyze, and understand customer Requests for Proposal/Quotes (RFPs/RFQs), Statements of Work (SOW) and contract requirements and advise the program team on contractual terms and conditions and risk identification/mitigation strategies.
• Interpret and advise your program team of contract terms and conditions.
• Advise the program team on risks and mitigation strategies based on the contract requirements.
• Ensure proposals/basis of estimates are fully responsive to the SOW requirements.
• Ensure company proposals are fully responsive to prospective customer requirements, prepare proposal submittal documents, and coordinate/complete appropriate levels of internal review and approval.
• Develop negotiation strategy through collaboration with internal stakeholders. Negotiate terms and conditions, cost/price/fee, and other requirements.
• Coordinate and develop responses to fact-finding, evaluation notices, and RFIs.
• Develop and execute negotiation strategy to reach award.
• Administer, modify, negotiate and terminate standard and nonstandard contractual agreements.
• Identify, document and manage contract changes.
• Oversee contract requirements including schedules and deliverables and complete contract actions to ensure satisfactory contract performance.
• Work with program and business management team to closely monitor contract funding, payments, and changes.
• Maintain and update contract files and records.
• Draft and submit correspondence, requests, and notifications to customers.
• Research contract issues to analyze and recommend solutions.
• Utilize and apply knowledge of FAR/DFARS and US Export Regulations.
• Maintain excellent working relationships with customers.
• Work cooperatively with the technical staff to address customer questions and requests.
• Initiate and complete actions related to contract closeout.

Qualifications:

Basic Qualifications for Contract Administrator:

• U.S. citizenship.
• Ability to obtain/maintain security clearance.
• Bachelor's Degree with 3 years or Master's degree with 1 year of experience in contracts, subcontracts, finance, or other business management related function.
• Experience gathering, organizing, and relaying information and collaborating in a team environment.
• Experience managing multiple responsibilities and accomplishing them simultaneously.
• Experience managing time-sensitive projects and meeting deadlines and commitments.
• Experience using MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).

Basic Qualifications for Principal Contract Administrator:

• U.S. citizenship.
• Ability to obtain/maintain security clearance.
• Bachelor's Degree with 5 years or Master's degree with 3 years of experience in contracts, subcontracts, finance, or other business management related function.
• Experience gathering, organizing, and relaying information and collaborating in a team environment.
• Experience managing multiple responsibilities and accomplishing them simultaneously.
• Experience managing time-sensitive projects and meeting deadlines and commitments.
• Experience using MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience using SAP or ERP systems.
• Knowledge and understanding of FAR/DFARS
• Understand and apply Proposal and Contract principles, concepts, practices, and standards. Independently performs complex professional tasks.
• Experience reading and interpreting legal, contractual, and technical requirements.
• Demonstrated leadership, critical thinking, and ownership in past projects, roles, or experiences.

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! MSBSMG Salary Range: $3,800.00 - 110,900.00Salary Range 2: 78,700.00 - 136,800.00 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.

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. 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.

Northrop Grumman Mission Systems, Maritime/Land Systems & Sensors Division is seeking an experienced Contract Administrator/Principal Contract Administrator to become a member of the Marine Systems Business Unit, Launcher Operating Unit, supporting the Strategic Launch programs. The position will report directly to the Manager of Contracts and will serve as the primary contact with our customer, managing a $300M+ portfolio. The preferred work location is Sunnyvale, CA, but we will consider this position being full-time on-site at another NG Mission Systems office. This position will require flexibility to support West Coast operations/hours. This opening can be filled at the Contract Administrator or Principal Contract Administrator level. Come join our team! You will be a key contributor and empowered to make a difference!

What You'll Get to Do:

• Review, analyze and understand customer Requests for Proposal/Quotes, Statements of Work and contract requirements and advise the program team on contractual terms and conditions and risk identification/mitigation strategies.
• Interpret and advise your program team of contract terms and conditions.
• Advise the program team on risks and mitigation strategies based on the contract requirements.
• Ensure proposals/basis of estimates are fully responsive to the SOW requirements.
• Ensure company proposals are fully responsive to prospective customer requirements, prepare proposal submittal documents, and coordinate/complete appropriate levels of internal review and approval.
• Develop negotiation strategy through collaboration with internal stakeholders. Negotiate terms and conditions, cost/price/fee, and other requirements.
• Coordinate and develop responses to fact-finding, evaluation notices, and RFIs.
• Develop and execute negotiation strategy to reach award.
• Administer, modify, negotiate and terminate standard and nonstandard contractual agreements.
• Identify, document and manage contract changes.
• Oversee contract requirements including schedules and deliverables and complete contract actions to ensure satisfactory contract performance.
• Work with program and business management team to closely monitor contract funding, payments, and changes.
• Maintain and update contract files and records.
• Draft and submit correspondence, requests, and notifications to customers.
• Research contract issues to analyze and recommend solutions.
• Utilize and apply knowledge of FAR/DFARS and US Export Regulations.
• Maintain excellent working relationships with customers.
• Work cooperatively with the technical staff to address customer questions and requests.
• Initiate and complete actions related to contract closeout.

Qualifications:

Basic Qualifications for Contract Administrator:

• U.S. citizenship.
• Ability to obtain/maintain security clearance.
• Bachelor's Degree with 3 years or Master's degree with 1 year of experience in contracts, subcontracts, finance, or other business management related function.
• Experience gathering, organizing, and relaying information and collaborating in a team environment.
• Experience managing multiple responsibilities and accomplishing them simultaneously.
• Experience managing time-sensitive projects and meeting deadlines and commitments.
• Experience using MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).

Basic Qualifications for Principal Contract Administrator:

• U.S. citizenship.
• Ability to obtain/maintain security clearance.
• Bachelor's Degree with 5 years or Master's degree with 3 years of experience in contracts, subcontracts, finance, or other business management related function.
• Experience gathering, organizing, and relaying information and collaborating in a team environment.
• Experience managing multiple responsibilities and accomplishing them simultaneously.
• Experience managing time-sensitive projects and meeting deadlines and commitments.
• Experience using MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience using SAP or ERP systems.
• Knowledge and understanding of FAR/DFARS.
• Understand and apply Proposal and Contract principles, concepts, practices, and standards. Independently performs complex professional tasks.
• Experience reading and interpreting legal, contractual, and technical requirements.
• Demonstrated leadership, critical thinking, and ownership in past projects, roles, or experiences.

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! MSBSMG Salary Range: $3,800.00 - 110,900.00Salary Range 2: 78,700.00 - 136,800.00 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 an Equal Opportunity 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.

• We are looking for someone to fully commit if hired as Contracts Assistant will monitor and manage the contract repository and vendor database to improve efficiencies and accuracy of contract renewals.
• Managing contract uploads and profile creations to help organize the contacts to be compliant across the organization.
• Selected Contracts Assistant will get paid $17.00/Hr. to $20.00/Hr. and this is 40 Hours/Weekly Job with occasional travel requirements.

• Bachelor's degree from 4-year College or University.
• 1 plus year experience in a related field preferred.
• Knowledge in contract management, procurement, and/or supply chain management .
• Previous experience with Business Administration.
• Understanding of contract terminology and contracting best practices.
• Familiarity with eSourcing and/or Contracting platforms.
• Experience in a project management environment - preferably working with large projects (spend, complexity, and/or duration) collaborating with cross functional teams.
• Involvement in reviewing, managing, and interpreting large and/or complex data sets.
• Exposure to handling multiple concurrent projects.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office, specifically Excel, PowerPoint, and Project or PowerBI.
• Proven success building impactful relationships with current and potential business partners both internally and externally.

• Stakeholder Engagement.
• Data Mining and Requirements Gathering.
• Market/Industry Research.
• Drafting of RFx materials.
• Conducting RFx process.
• Internal/External Communications.
• Proposal Analysis.
• Price/Product/Service Negotiations.
• Formal Presentation/Recommendation.
• Contract Authoring and Redline Management.
• Contract Terms Negotiations.
• Contract Deliverable Drafting and Execution.
• Project Closeout.

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time

Description

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.

Put your skills to the test by pushing the boundaries of what's possible. From global defense to sustainment and modernization to mission readiness, your experience and ability will make it a reality. Our programs are built on equal parts of curiosity and collaboration. Our combined effort means our customers can connect and defend millions of people around the world. With Northrop Grumman, you'll have the opportunity to be an essential part of projects that will define your career, now and in the future.

Northrop Grumman is seeking a Contract Administrator (Level 2/3) This is an on-site position located in Rocket Center, WV or Plymouth, MN and there is no remote work.

This position's standard work schedule is a 9/80. The 9/80 schedule allows employees who work a nine-hour day Monday through Thursday to take every other Friday off.

The successful applicant will become part of Northrop Grumman's contracts organization and will support various Government programs, capture and proposal activities as well as provide contract operations support. The successful candidate will be a direct report to Contracts Leadership and will work closely on a day-to-day basis with the business managers, operations managers, capture managers and other functional teams throughout the department. The successful candidate will be responsible for all aspects of contracts from the business development phase through contract closeout, delivering strong customer satisfaction, successful financial performance, and risk mitigation. Candidate's ability to build strong customer intimacy and employee engagement is key. Candidate must be a self-starter and able to work collaboratively with team members, including in an advisory role to program management, site management and the customers. Candidate will have knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulations Supplement (DFARS).

In this role, the selected candidate will:

• Work complex assignments independently and support Finance, Program Management, and various levels of Management

• Lead proposal preparation, contract negotiation and contract administration activities from proposal through closeout.

• Administer daily contract activities for a variety of product lines and contract types, including cost reimbursable and firm fixed price; such activities will include establishing payment terms, initiating, and monitoring invoicing, collections, and funding to support financial objectives.

• Enter and manage data in the Contract Management System, financial and delivery systems.

• Participate in customer meetings, performing and monitoring compliance to contract requirements and leading change management process.

• Ensure non-disclosure agreements and contract terms and conditions are negotiated within company guidelines.

This requisition may be filled at a higher grade based on qualifications listed below.

Basic Qualifications Contract Administrator (Level 2):

• This position emphasizes skills and experience. High School Diploma or equivalent (GED) and at least 6 years of applied experience. Will consider at least 2 years of applied experience with Bachelor's Degree; Masters in a related field.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite, strong emphasis on Excel

• Ability to efficiently and effectively research FAR/DFAR information.

• Ability to understand regulatory changes and their impact on contracts/subcontracts.

Basic Qualification Principal Contract Administrator (Level 3):

• This position emphasizes skills and experience. High School Diploma or equivalent (GED) and at least 9 years of applied experience. Will consider at least 5 years of applied experience with Bachelor's Degree; or at least 3 Year with Masters in a related field.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite, strong emphasis on Excel

• Working knowledge of FAR/DFARS as well as experience with different contract types is required

• Ability to efficiently and effectively research FAR/DFAR information.

• Ability to understand regulatory changes and their impact on contracts/subcontracts.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in the defense industry

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with internal and external customers

• Ability to work independently

• Ability to learn and utilize various data entry software tools and to adapt with changes to those tools

• Advanced understanding of Government contracting requirements

Salary Range: $63,800.00 - $05,800.00Salary Range 2: 78,700.00 - 130,600.00

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 an Equal Opportunity 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 and pay transparency statement, please visit U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be availableCLEARANCE TYPE: NoneTRAVEL: Yes, 25% of the TimeDescriptionAt 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.Northrop Grumman Mission Systems, Maritime/Land Systems & Sensors Division is seeking an experienced Contract Administrator/Principal Contract Administrator to become a member of the Marine Systems Business Unit, Launcher Operating Unit, supporting the Strategic Launch programs. The position will report directly to the Manager of Contracts and will serve as the primary contact with our customer, managing a $300M+ portfolio. The preferred work location is Sunnyvale, CA, but we will consider this position being full-time on-site at another NG Mission Systems office. This position will require flexibility to support West Coast operations/hours. This opening can be filled at the Contract Administrator or Principal Contract Administrator level.Come join our team! You will be a key contributor and empowered to make a difference! What You'll Get to Do: Review, analyze, and understand customer Requests for Proposal/Quotes (RFPs/RFQs), Statements of Work (SOW) and contract requirements and advise the program team on contractual terms and conditions and risk identification/mitigation strategies. Interpret and advise your program team of contract terms and conditions. Advise the program team on risks and mitigation strategies based on the contract requirements. Ensure proposals/basis of estimates are fully responsive to the SOW requirements. Ensure company proposals are fully responsive to prospective customer requirements, prepare proposal submittal documents, and coordinate/complete appropriate levels of internal review and approval. Develop negotiation strategy through collaboration with internal stakeholders. Negotiate terms and conditions, cost/price/fee, and other requirements. Coordinate and develop responses to fact-finding, evaluation notices, and RFIs. Develop and execute negotiation strategy to reach award. Administer, modify, negotiate and terminate standard and nonstandard contractual agreements. Identify, document and manage contract changes. Oversee contract requirements including schedules and deliverables and complete contract actions to ensure satisfactory contract performance. Work with program and business management team to closely monitor contract funding, payments, and changes. Maintain and update contract files and records. Draft and submit correspondence, requests, and notifications to customers. Research contract issues to analyze and recommend solutions. Utilize and apply knowledge of FAR/DFARS and US Export Regulations. Maintain excellent working relationships with customers. Work cooperatively with the technical staff to address customer questions and requests. Initiate and complete actions related to contract closeout. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications for Contract Administrator: U.S. citizenship. Ability to obtain/maintain security clearance. Bachelor's Degree with 3 years or Master's degree with 1 year of experience in contracts, subcontracts, finance, or other business management related function. Experience gathering, organizing, and relaying information and collaborating in a team environment. Experience managing multiple responsibilities and accomplishing them simultaneously. Experience managing time-sensitive projects and meeting deadlines and commitments. Experience using MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint). Basic Qualifications for Principal Contract Administrator: U.S. citizenship. Ability to obtain/maintain security clearance. Bachelor's Degree with 5 years or Master's degree with 3 years of experience in contracts, subcontracts, finance, or other business management related function. Experience gathering, organizing, and relaying information and collaborating in a team environment. Experience managing multiple responsibilities and accomplishing them simultaneously. Experience managing time-sensitive projects and meeting deadlines and commitments. Experience using MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint). Preferred Qualifications: Candidates with these desired skills will be given preferential consideration: Experience using SAP or ERP systems. Knowledge and understanding of FAR/DFARS Understand and apply Proposal and Contract principles, concepts, practices, and standards. Independently performs complex professional tasks. Experience reading and interpreting legal, contractual, and technical requirements. Demonstrated leadership, critical thinking, and ownership in past projects, roles, or experiences. 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!MSBSMG Salary Range: $3,800.00 - 110,900.00Salary Range 2: 78,700.00 - 136,800.00The 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 an Equal Opportunity 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 and pay transparency statement, please visit U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.