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Contract Administrator / Principal Contract Administrator

Northrop Grumman

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Secret
$75,800 - $113,800
Unspecified
Business - Legal
Sunnyvale, CA (On-Site/Office)

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.

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 Marine Logistics Support (MLS) aftermarket/sustainment program. The position will report directly to the Manager of Contracts and will serve as the primary contact with our customer, managing a high-volume portfolio of proposals and contracts for spares and repair work. 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, interpret, analyze, and understand customer Requests for Proposal/Quotes (RFPs/RFQs), Statements of Work (SOW), contract requirements, and terms and conditions.
  • Advise the program team on contractual terms and conditions and risk identification/mitigation strategies.
  • Ensure proposals/basis of estimates are fully responsive to the SOW and customer requirements.
  • Prepare proposal submittal documents, and coordinate/complete appropriate levels of internal review and approval.
  • Develop and execute negotiation strategy to reach award 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.
  • 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.


The successful candidate will have experience managing multiple responsibilities and accomplishing them simultaneously, experience managing a high volume of time-sensitive projects, meeting deadlines and commitments, and ability to independently perform complex professional tasks.

Qualifications:

Basic Qualifications for Contract Administrator:
  • Bachelor's Degree with 2 years or Master's degree with 1 years of experience in contracts, subcontracts, finance, or other business management related function.
  • Experience with FAR/DFARS
  • Experience gathering, organizing, and relaying information and collaborating in a team environment.
  • Experience using MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
  • U.S. citizenship required.
  • The ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret clearance is required.


Basic Qualifications for Principal Contract Administrator:
  • 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 with FAR/DFARS
  • Experience gathering, organizing, and relaying information and collaborating in a team environment.
  • Experience using MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
  • U.S. citizenship required.
  • The ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret clearance is required.


Preferred Qualifications for both levels:
  • Experience using SAP or another ERP system.
  • Experience applying Proposal and Contract principles, concepts, practices, and standards.
  • Experience reading and interpreting legal, contractual, and technical requirements.
  • Prior experience as lead on a contract.


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!

Primary Level Salary Range: $75,800.00 - $113,800.00

Secondary Level Salary Range: $94,200.00 - $141,200.00

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 http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.
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Northrop Grumman solves the toughest problems in space, aeronautics, defense and cyberspace to meet the ever-evolving needs of our customers worldwide. Our 90,000 employees are Defining Possible every day using science, technology and engineering to create and deliver advanced systems, products and services. Northrop Grumman careers and internships are as varied as your interests, with a lifetime of potential that will allow you to work together with people from many backgrounds, personal passions and disciplines. © 2025 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 http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.
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