RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be 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.

Discover careers that change the world and further advancements in defense, technology, and engineering today at Northrop Grumman. Use your experience to grow your career and support our global customers with the technology, systems, and solutions they need to enable their missions on the front lines and secure our world every day. With Northrop Grumman, you’ll discover a culture built on diversity, respect, and above all teamwork. Together with our group of experts across the technical spectrum, you’ll discover opportunities to make a difference in our world and start solving some of the world’s most critical problems in the most innovative ways.

Northrop Grumman is seeking an Associate Contract Administrator / Contract Administrator. This position will be located at our Defense Systems Sector in Plymouth, MN.

The qualified candidate will become part of Northrop Grumman’s Armament Systems Business Unit within our Weapons Systems Division.

Roles and Responsibilities

• 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 datain 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 arenegotiated withincompany guidelines.

Basic Qualifications Associate Contract Administrator (Level 1):

A candidate must meet ALL of the below criteria. The candidate must:

• Be completing or has completed their degree (Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD) from an accredited institution
• Be majoring in or having majored in Business, Business Management, English, or a closely-related discipline.
• Be able to obtain a U.S. Government security clearance (U.S. citizenship is a pre-requisite)
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite, strong emphasis on Excel

Basic Qualifications Contract Administrator (Level 2):

A candidate must meet ALL of the below criteria. The candidate must:

• Bachelor's Degree and at least 3 years relevant experience in U.S. Government contract administration and management or Masters Degree with 1 year relevant experience
• Be majoring in or having majored in Business, Business Management, English, or a closely-related discipline.
• Be able to obtain a U.S. Government security clearance (U.S. citizenship is a pre-requisite)
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite, strong emphasis on Excel

Preferred Qualifications:

• Have an overall cumulative GPA of 3.0/4.0 or higher
• Ability to efficiently and effectively research FAR/DFAR information. Ability to understand regulatory changes and their impact on contracts/subcontracts.
• 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
• Basic understanding of Government contracting requirements
• Must be able to effectively work with the management of other organizations (program management, subcontracts, business management, finance, and supply chain management) as well as representatives of Government agencies
• Must have a demonstrated understanding of and experience with FAR and DFARS
• Must have capable & effective proposal development skills, excellent negotiation skills, and excellent oral and written communication skills
• Must possess excellent decision-making skills that support resolution of complex problems while minimizing risk to the Corporation
• Advanced skills using MS Office suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

Salary:

Level 1 - $56,900 - $85,300

Level 2 - $68,800 - $103,200

For a broader consideration, please consider completing a profile in our campus candidate community. By clicking on the link below your resume will be visible to recruiters and hiring managers across Northrop Grumman with opportunities nationwide for our internship and entry-level positions.

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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 http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO . U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.

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 http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.

Northrop Grumman is a technology company, focused on global security and human discovery. Our pioneering solutions equip our customers with capabilities they need to connect, advance and protect the U.S. and its allies. Driven by a shared purpose to solve our customers’ toughest problems, our over 100,000 employees define possible every day.