Principal / Sr Principal Contract Administrator
Principal / Sr Principal Contract Administrator
Full Job Description
Requisition ID: R10171133
• Category: Business Management
• Location: Rolling Meadows, Illinois, United States of America
• Clearance Type: None
• Telecommute: Yes-May consider hybrid teleworking for this position
• Shift: 1st Shift (United States of America)
• Travel Required: Yes, 10% of the Time
• Positions Available: 1
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 is seeking an experienced and motivated professional for the role of a Principal (A03)/Senior Principal Contract Administrator (A04) with experience in contract administration or related fields, including business management, supply chain management, business development, project management, or procurement. This position will be located in Rolling Meadows, Illinois, and is expected to work a hybrid schedule.
What You'll Get to Do:
Responsibilities:
• Propose, negotiation, administer, extend, and close standard and non-standard contracts.
• Provide advice to management of contractual rights and obligations, compile and analyze data, and maintain historical information.
• Be self-motivated and have the ability to handle urgent situations from Northrop Grumman leadership and U.S. Government officials.
• Participate in proposal preparation and negotiations (review, analysis, interpretation, and contractual advice on terms and conditions), review and approve contractual documentation to protect the company, and provide for proper contract administration and closeout in accordance with the terms and conditions of the contract.
• Provide contractual advice in accordance with company policies and procedures, and interface with both internal and external customers to ensure proper contract execution.
• Ensure timely and compliant deliverables for all contracts supported.
• The candidate hired will be based out of our office in Rolling Meadows, Illinois, and will be required to work a hybrid work schedule-full time remote is not an option.
Qualifications:
Basic Qualifications for the Principal Contract Administrator position:
• Bachelor's Degree with a minimum of 5 years previous experience in contracts, subcontracts, finance, or other business management-related function; or a Master's degree or J.D. with a minimum of 3 years previous experience in contracts, subcontracts, finance, or other business management-related function. We will consider 9 years of relevant experience in lieu of a degree.
• Knowledge of the government contracting environment with some direct experience working with the FAR and DFARS.
• Demonstrated experience with multiple contracting formats, including Fixed Price and/or Cost-Reimbursement contracts.
• Strong leadership skills and the ability to multitask in a challenging environment.
• Familiarity with terms and conditions and/or special contract clauses such as intellectual property/data rights and payment terms.
• U.S. citizen.
• Ability to obtain/maintain security clearance.
• Attention to detail and ability to handle complex contracts with minimal supervision.
• Excellent verbal, written, presentation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Advanced skills using MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
Basic Qualifications for the Senior Principal Contract Administrator position:
• Bachelor's Degree with a minimum of 8 years previous experience in contracts, subcontracts, finance, or other business management-related function; or a Master's degree or J.D. with a minimum of 6 years previous experience in contracts, subcontracts, finance, or other business management-related function. We will consider 12 years of experience in lieu of a degree.
• Knowledge of the government contracting environment with direct experience working with the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS).
• Demonstrated experience with multiple contracting formats, including Fixed Price and/or Cost-Reimbursement contracts.
• Strong leadership skills and the ability to multitask in a challenging environment.
• Familiarity with terms and conditions and/or special contract clauses such as intellectual property/data rights and payment terms.
• U.S. citizen.
• Ability to obtain/maintain security clearance.
• Attention to detail and ability to handle complex contracts with minimal supervision.
• Excellent verbal, written, presentation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Advanced skills using MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
Preferred Qualifications for both levels:
• Recent experience as a Contract Administrator in the defense industry, particularly with the U.S. Navy negotiating and/or administering Production contracts.
• Strong finance background.
• Current/active security clearance.
• Excellent working knowledge of FAR/DFARS.
• Prior experience using SAP.
• J.D. or MBA
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, Hybrid and 9/80 Work Schedule, and much more!
MSBSMG
Salary Range: $85,600 - $127,000
Salary Range 2: $104,900 - $157,300
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.
Employees may be eligible for 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 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.
• Category: Business Management
• Location: Rolling Meadows, Illinois, United States of America
• Clearance Type: None
• Telecommute: Yes-May consider hybrid teleworking for this position
• Shift: 1st Shift (United States of America)
• Travel Required: Yes, 10% of the Time
• Positions Available: 1
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 is seeking an experienced and motivated professional for the role of a Principal (A03)/Senior Principal Contract Administrator (A04) with experience in contract administration or related fields, including business management, supply chain management, business development, project management, or procurement. This position will be located in Rolling Meadows, Illinois, and is expected to work a hybrid schedule.
What You'll Get to Do:
Responsibilities:
• Propose, negotiation, administer, extend, and close standard and non-standard contracts.
• Provide advice to management of contractual rights and obligations, compile and analyze data, and maintain historical information.
• Be self-motivated and have the ability to handle urgent situations from Northrop Grumman leadership and U.S. Government officials.
• Participate in proposal preparation and negotiations (review, analysis, interpretation, and contractual advice on terms and conditions), review and approve contractual documentation to protect the company, and provide for proper contract administration and closeout in accordance with the terms and conditions of the contract.
• Provide contractual advice in accordance with company policies and procedures, and interface with both internal and external customers to ensure proper contract execution.
• Ensure timely and compliant deliverables for all contracts supported.
• The candidate hired will be based out of our office in Rolling Meadows, Illinois, and will be required to work a hybrid work schedule-full time remote is not an option.
Qualifications:
Basic Qualifications for the Principal Contract Administrator position:
• Bachelor's Degree with a minimum of 5 years previous experience in contracts, subcontracts, finance, or other business management-related function; or a Master's degree or J.D. with a minimum of 3 years previous experience in contracts, subcontracts, finance, or other business management-related function. We will consider 9 years of relevant experience in lieu of a degree.
• Knowledge of the government contracting environment with some direct experience working with the FAR and DFARS.
• Demonstrated experience with multiple contracting formats, including Fixed Price and/or Cost-Reimbursement contracts.
• Strong leadership skills and the ability to multitask in a challenging environment.
• Familiarity with terms and conditions and/or special contract clauses such as intellectual property/data rights and payment terms.
• U.S. citizen.
• Ability to obtain/maintain security clearance.
• Attention to detail and ability to handle complex contracts with minimal supervision.
• Excellent verbal, written, presentation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Advanced skills using MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
Basic Qualifications for the Senior Principal Contract Administrator position:
• Bachelor's Degree with a minimum of 8 years previous experience in contracts, subcontracts, finance, or other business management-related function; or a Master's degree or J.D. with a minimum of 6 years previous experience in contracts, subcontracts, finance, or other business management-related function. We will consider 12 years of experience in lieu of a degree.
• Knowledge of the government contracting environment with direct experience working with the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS).
• Demonstrated experience with multiple contracting formats, including Fixed Price and/or Cost-Reimbursement contracts.
• Strong leadership skills and the ability to multitask in a challenging environment.
• Familiarity with terms and conditions and/or special contract clauses such as intellectual property/data rights and payment terms.
• U.S. citizen.
• Ability to obtain/maintain security clearance.
• Attention to detail and ability to handle complex contracts with minimal supervision.
• Excellent verbal, written, presentation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Advanced skills using MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
Preferred Qualifications for both levels:
• Recent experience as a Contract Administrator in the defense industry, particularly with the U.S. Navy negotiating and/or administering Production contracts.
• Strong finance background.
• Current/active security clearance.
• Excellent working knowledge of FAR/DFARS.
• Prior experience using SAP.
• J.D. or MBA
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, Hybrid and 9/80 Work Schedule, and much more!
MSBSMG
Salary Range: $85,600 - $127,000
Salary Range 2: $104,900 - $157,300
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.
Employees may be eligible for 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 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.
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