Principal Contract Administrator

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No 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. Northrop Grumman Mission Systems is a trusted provider of mission-enabling solutions for global security. We have a wide portfolio of secure, affordable, integrated, and multi-domain systems and technologies. Our differentiated battle management and cyber solutions deliver timely, mission-enabling information and provide superior situational awareness and understanding to protect the U.S. and its global allies. Northrop Grumman Mission Systems is looking for you to join our team as a Principal Contract Administrator based out of San Diego, CA supporting the Navigation, Intelligence and Connectivity Division's Dynamic Connectivity Solutions (DCS) Operating Unit. This position will be staffed as an in-office role and offers the 9/80 schedule. What You’ll Get to Do: The Principal Contract Administrator will be considered a key focal point on contract matters within the organization and must demonstrate the skill and ability to perform complex tasks. As most assignments are complex, the position will require the candidate to work independently without appreciable direction. This position will require excellent oral and written communication skills and will represent the organization as a focal point on contract matters. This position will require interaction with senior internal and external personnel on significant matters often requiring coordination between organizations and may develop and deliver presentations. Responsibilities: * Administer, extend, negotiate and terminate standard and nonstandard contracts. * Provide advice to management of contractual rights and obligations, compile and analyze data, and maintain historical information as well as be self-motivated. * Have the ability to handle urgent situations from Northrop Grumman leadership and U.S. Government officials. * Participate in proposal preparation (review, analysis, interpretation & contractual advice on terms & conditions), contract negotiations, contract administration, review and approval of contractual documentation to protect the company and provide for proper contract acquisition in accordance with the terms and conditions of the contract. * Provide contractual advice in accordance with company policies and procedures, and interface with both internal and external customers to ensure proper contract execution. * Serve as an external spokesperson for the organization on major matters pertaining to its policies, plans, and objectives. * Ensures timely and compliant deliverables for all contracts assigned. The successful candidate will have the ability to manage multiple tasks concurrently. Basic Qualifications: * Bachelor’s Degree plus a minimum of 5 years experience in contract administration and management or related field (i.e. paralegal, etc.) OR Masters Degree plus a minimum of 3 years contract administration and management or related field (i.e. paralegal, etc.). * Experience using FAR/DFARS. * Experience working with various contract types such as Time & Material, Cost types, Firm...