Manager Contract Administration 1 (Clearance Required)

Requisition ID: R10171864

Category: Business Management

Location: San Diego, California, United States of America

Clearance Type: Secret

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 peoples 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 nations 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, theyre 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 Sector, Networked Information Solutions Division, Secure Processing & Networks Business Unit (SPAN BU) is seeking a Contracts Manager 1 to join our team. This position will support the Network Operations Sustainment Support & Modernization (N-OSSM) Operating Unit within the SPAN Business Unit.

This position is located in San Diego, CA. May consider a hybrid teleworking arrangement for this role.

What You Will Get To Do:

This manager position will lead the N-OSSM OU contracts team of contract professionals to deliver strong customer satisfaction, successful financial performance and risk mitigation while ensuring proper contract acquisition and fulfillment in accordance with company policies, legal requirements, and customer requirements. The successful candidate will work closely on a day-to-day basis with the OU Director, program managers, business management team, GSC, operations manager, engineering, and other functional teams supporting the N-OSSM OU.

Responsibilities of the N-OSSM OU Contracts Manager include:

Supporting proposal and negotiation efforts with existing customers

Training, leading, and mentoring a team of Contracts Professionals

Supporting Business Development in the shaping and capture of new business pursuits.

Building and maintaining strong customer relationships

The N-OSSM OU Contracts Manager must possess the ability to work collaboratively with the Program team, effectively manage external customers, and provide guidance and direction based upon the requirements of the contracts. The successful candidate must have strong leadership and interpersonal skills and be a strategic thinker.

Qualifications:

Basic Qualifications:

Bachelor’s Degree and 5 years’ experience working in Contracts Administration or related field or 3 years with a Master’s degree

Demonstrated knowledge of Contracts Administration in a FAR/DFARS environment

Experience negotiating and administering various contract types of varying sizes and types of agreements

Strong proposal development skills, solid negotiation skills, and excellent written and verbal communication skills

Current DoD Secret clearance is Required

Preferred Qualifications:

Background in DoD contracting, prior experience with the USG and/or Major Defense Contractor customers

Demonstrated 1 years of leadership or supervisor experience in the contracts field

Experience working development and manufacturing programs

Experience with OTA, CRADAs, and SBIRs

MBA or JD is a plus but not a requirement

Current Top Secret clearance

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!

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Salary Range: $104,600 – $156,800

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 candidates 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.