Principal or Sr. Principal Contract Administrator

Level 3 Principal Or Level 4 Sr. Principal Contract Administrator

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. Northrop Grumman has an opening for a Level 3 Principal or Level 4 Sr. Principal Contract Administrator to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals! This position will support on site in San Diego as well as a hybrid teleworking schedule.

The successful candidate will interface with the external customer, internal program management team, functional management, and senior leadership to provide contractual council and administrative support and analysis to meet program requirements. Prepares bids; advises management of contractual rights and obligations; compiles and analyzes data; and maintains historical information. Must be highly productive in daily routine and demonstrate good oral and written communications skills along with strong computer literacy.

Essential Functions :

• Administers, extends, negotiates and terminates standard and nonstandard contracts.
• Conducts proposal preparation, contract negotiation, contract administration, and customer contact activities to provide for proper contract acquisition and fulfillment in accordance with company policies, legal requirements, and customer specifications.
• Examines estimates of material, equipment services, production costs, performance requirements, and delivery schedules to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Processes specifications, progress, and other reports.
• Advises management of contractual rights and obligations.
• Compiles and analyzes data.
• Maintains historical information.

This position may be filled at either the Level 3 or Level 4 depending upon candidate skills, knowledge and qualifications.

Basic Qualifications for a Level 3 Principal Contract Administrator :

Basic Qualifications for a Level 4 Senior Principal Contract Administrator :

Preferred Qualifications :