RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available CLEARANCE TYPE: None 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. 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 multidomain 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're new to the field, or an industry through leader. At Northrop Grumman, you’ll have the resources, support and team to do some of the best work of your career. The Oceanic Systems Operating Unit Contracts team is looking for a **Principal Contract Administrator/Sr. Principal Contract Administrator** to support its Undersea Warfare (UW) portfolio. The UW team supports several exciting and important programs such as sonar and uncrewed underwater vehicles. This position is located full time at the **Annapolis campus, next to the Chesapeake Bay Bridge** . **What You Will Get To Do:** As a Contract Administrator, you will be responsible for supporting proposal preparation, contract negotiation, contract closeout activities, and contract administration. Additionally, you will manage customer contact activities to ensure proper contract acquisition and fulfillment in accordance with company policies, legal requirements, and customer specifications. This role will position you as a key advisor to program managers, and your responsibilities will include: + Prioritizing proposal activities and concurrently managing multiple tasks to meet tight deadlines. + Identifying contractual risks and implementing appropriate provisions to mitigate them. + Planning and executing successful contract negotiations, ensuring favorable terms for contracts and agreements to mitigate risk and achieve financial goals. + Building and nurturing strong relationships with customers, overcoming geographical challenges to cultivate early trust and intimacy. + Making timely decisions under pressure and providing guidance while collaborating with various organizations, including technical, program, finance, and global supply chain, for seamless contract administration. + Acting as the primary interface for customers on contractual issues, ensuring that all contractual obligations are communicated and understood. + Participating in proposal preparation, contract negotiations, and contract administration activities, ensuring compliance with company policies, legal requirements, and customer specifications. + Managing contract changes, fulfilling contract requirements, and maintaining historical information for assigned contracts. + Reviewing terms and conditions to identify potential risks in areas such as financial terms, acceptance criteria, delivery requirements, and intellectual property, while recommending corresponding risk mitigation strategies. **Qualifications:** **Basic Qualifications for Principal Contract Administrator:** + Bachelor’s degree with 5+ years of professional experience or a Master’s degree with 3+ years of professional experience. + Experience in contracts, proposals, or business management. + Knowledge of FAR/DFAR requirements and various contract types, including Firm Fixed Price, Time & Materials, Cost Plus Fixed Fee, and Cost-Plus Award Fee. **Basic Qualifications for Senior Principal Contract Administrator:** + Bachelor’s degree with 8+ years of professional experience or a Master’s degree with 6+ years of professional experience. + Experience in contracts, proposals, or business management. + Knowledge of FAR/DFAR requirements and various contract types, including Firm Fixed Price, Time & Materials, Cost Plus Fixed Fee, and Cost-Plus Award Fee. **Preferred Qualifications for both levels:** + Master of Business Administration (MBA). + Experience in contracts administration or management with the US Navy and/or other prime contractors. + Certification from the National Contracts Management Association (NCMA). + Experience supporting Engineering Change Proposals (ECPs) and Requests for Equitable Adjustment (REAs). + Extensive proposal support experience is a plus. + Active 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. Primary Level Salary Range: $87,000.00 - $130,600.00 Secondary Level Salary Range: $108,400.00 - $162,600.00 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. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and 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 an Equal Opportunity 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 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.