RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available
CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No
CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret
TRAVEL: No
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.
Expand your horizons, advance your career, and contribute to a secure future for generations. Northrop Grumman’s Space Sector invites you to bring your pioneering spirit to our collaborative teams. As a Contracts Administrator – Level 2 located in Huntsville, AL, you’ll be a linchpin in missions of paramount importance, defining the art of the possible from day one. This position is 100% onsite and cannot accommodate telecommute work.
As a Contracts Administrator, you will support the Missile Defense Weapons Systems (MDWS), GMD Weapons System (GWS) Contracts team. You will help support all aspects of a contract portfolio from the business development phase through the closeout. You will assist the team in providing timely responses to both internal and external customers. Our Contracts Administrator will also support major capture and proposal activities including providing administrative support to guide the proposal through the proposal approval process and OCI sweeps.
This position will work a 9/80 schedule, with every other Friday off.
Job responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Contract Management System Uploads
- Letter Writing/Filing
- Contract Documentation Management
- Modifications Administration/Processing
- Data Calls and Status Reporting for both external and internal customers
- Interacting with multiple functional areas to provide contract support and guidance
- Assist in management of record retention files
- Other duties as assigned
Why you? You’re the candidate we’re searching for if you are ready to achieve the impossible alongside like-minded innovators.
Basic Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree with 2 years of professional contracts experience – OR – Master’s degree
- Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Secret security clearance
- Basic knowledge of MS Office tools
Preferred Qualifications:
- Master’s degree in Business, Finance or Acquisitions
- 4+ years’ experience in Defense Contract Administration
- Experience with cost-type or firm fixed price (FFP) procurement contract types, experience with Other Transactions is a plus
- Experience with federal government contracting requirements; FAR/DFARs interpretations
**Soft Skills: **
- Ability to coordinate on a daily basis with internal and external customers to address any outstanding questions or issues in a timely manner
- Self-starter with excellent analytical and communication skills, the ability to work independently, multi-task, and prioritize workload
- Comfortable being directly involved with customer negotiations and discussions
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to meet high performance expectations in a dynamic work environment
- Have excellent communication skills
Curious about all the exciting developments with the Northrop Grumman Space Sector? Click the link below:
https://www.northropgrumman.com/space
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Primary Level Salary Range: $72,400.00 - $108,600.00
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.