Manager Contract Administration 3 Annapolis MD

Job Description
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Unless specifically stated otherwise this role is On-Site at the location detailed in the job post.

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 peoples 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 nations 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 theyre 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.

We are looking for you to join our team as a Manager 3 - Contract Administration. The preferred locations for this role are in Annapolis MD or Baltimore MD but can be staffed at our Charlottesville VA Elkridge MD or Sykesville MD locations. This is an onsite position that offers the 9/80 schedule.

What Youll Get to Do:

The Manager 3 Contract Administration will support the Naval & Oceanic Systems (NOS) Business Unit in the Multidomain Sensing Targeting and Survivability (MSTS) Division.

In this role Contract Manager 3 will be responsible for all aspects of the NOS Business Units Contract portfolio delivering successful financial performance risk mitigation change management and customer satisfaction. Additionally the successful candidate will be responsible for the direct supervision management and success of a staff of 5 contracts managers.

Specifically the Contract Manager 3 will lead their team in conducting proposal preparation contract negotiation contract administration and customer contact activities to provide for proper contract acquisition and fulfillment in accordance with company policies business strategy legal requirements and customer specifications.

The Contract Manager 3 will also be required to provide objective-oriented direction utilizing management guidelines general policies and maintain a strong level of engagement while dynamically leading inspiring motivating and developing a team of contract managers and professionals.

Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities
Basic Qualifications:

Bachelors degree with 8 years of industry related experience in contract administration/management OR a Masters degree with 6 years of industry related experience as outlined above.

Will consider 12 years of applied experience in lieu of degree requirement.

Minimum of 3 years of management or supervisor experience

Knowledge and understanding of pricing principles and FAR/DFARS as well as associated Federal Contracting regulations.

Background in DoD contracting with prior experience with the USG and/or major defense contractor customers.

Prior experience presenting and negotiating to all levels of management.

Advanced proposal strategy and contract formation experience.

Experience using Microsoft Office including Outlook Excel Teams and PowerPoint.

US Citizenship is required

The ability to obtain and maintain a US Government Secret clearance is required.

Preferred Qualifications:

Degree in Business Finance or related discipline

JD or MBA

Experience negotiating and administering various contract types of varying sizes and types of agreements with the DoD.

Familiarity with SAP based systems.

NCMA Certification (CPCM CFCM and/or CCCM)

Advanced knowledge of MS Office (Excel PowerPoint Word).

The ability to obtain and maintain a US Government 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.

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: $152300.00 - $228500.00
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 candidates experience education skills and current market conditions.