Manager Contract Administration 1 (Clearance Required)

Company: Northrop Grumman Corp. (AU)
Location: San Diego
Posted on: October 18, 2024

Job Description:

Requisition ID: R10171864

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• 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 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. 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.
  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:
  
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  • 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:
    
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    • 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:
      
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      • 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.
        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 candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions.
        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.
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