Contract Administration Manager 1- Sierra Vista AZ or Clearfield UT

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.

Expand your horizons, advance your career, and contribute to a secure future for generations.  Northrop Grumman’s Aeronautics Systems Sector invites you to bring your pioneering spirit to our inclusive team.  As a Manager of Contracts Administration 1, you’ll be responsible for leading, strategizing, and conducting proposal preparation, contract negotiation, contract administration and customer contact activities.  You will ensure proper contract acquisition and fulfillment in accordance with company policies, legal requirements, and customer requirements. This position is in Sierra Vista, AZ or Clearfield, UT.  May consider other Northrop Grumman locations for the right candidate.

The successful applicant will provide senior level pre and post award contracts administration for the Aircraft Solutions Operating Unit’s DLA Spares group and must be a self-starter with the ability to manage customer relationships while collaborating with program and functional team members to facilitate successful contract execution and resolve emerging issues.  The portfolio requires a working-level manager who will have responsibility for programmatic duties as well as daily oversight of a small team of professionals. You will administer, extend, negotiate and terminate standard and non-standard contracts which requires self-motivation and the ability to handle urgent situations in a very busy program environment.  The candidate must also have knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulations Supplement (DFARS) as well as experience with and aptitude for managing contracts within a fast-paced, high-volume environment.  This position plays a critical role in the success of the organization.

Responsibilities:

• Primary interface with Government contracting officers as well as other Government representatives relative to contractual issues

• Responsible for the effective strategy, coordination, pricing, approval, submittal, and negotiation of proposals

• Responsible for the effective review, negotiation, management, and closeout of contracts

• Primary responsibility for effective customer negotiations of contract scope, price, terms, and conditions

• Examining performance requirements, and delivery schedules to ensure accuracy and completeness

• Processing specifications, progress, and other reports; advising management of contractual rights and obligations; compiling and analyzing data; and maintaining historical information.

• The candidate may also conduct briefings for internal and external customers

• Must be able to serve as an example and mentor to 3-4 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 work 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)

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree with 7+ years of experience - OR – a Master’s degree with 5+ years of professional experience

• Proficiency in MS Office including Outlook, Excel, Teams, and PowerPoint

• Government contracting experience that includes FAR/DFARS

• Knowledge of international contracting, i.e., DCS, FMS, including ITAR

• Strong proposal development skills, solid negotiation skills, and excellent written and oral communication skills

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

• Experience in working with internal and external stakeholders e.g., pricing, mission assurance, program managem