Principal Contract Administrator - Level 3 (Clearance Required)

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be availableCLEARANCE TYPE: SecretTRAVEL: 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.Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems is seeking a Principal Contracts Administrator (Level 3) to join its team of qualified and diverse individuals supporting our Facilities Organization. This position will be located on site in Palmdale, California.
The Principal Contracts Administrator (CA) will act as primary liaison between subcontractor and NG Maintenance Lead and NG Facilities Maintenance Planner and JLL Facilities Coordinator, as required. CA will ensure accurate & timely Request For Proposal (RFP) preparation, followed by subcontractor coordination and facilitation for execution of scope activities & changes. The CA will ensure scope of work was completed according to terms of purchase order agreement and then complete and timely close out of administrative/database tasks, ensuring that no compliance tasks are late.
The Principal Contracts Administrator (Level 3) is also responsible for the Other Indirect Expenses (OIE) budget forecasting, verification of actual costs incurred, and accurate estimate at complete (EAC). CA will be responsible for identification of Risks, Issues and Opportunities associated with the OIE budget. The CA will be required to have a Purchase Card, make necessary purchases, and have administrative documents ready for manager approval.
Essential Functions and Associated Responsibilities:

Coordination and facilitation of planned and unplanned Facilities production equipment and infrastructure maintenance and repairs in support of all NG Programs located at Palmdale and Mojave Sites.
Ensuring compliance tasks are completed prior to expiration dates.
Coordination with Global Supply Chain
Budget forecasting and reconciliations
Cultivate strong, ongoing relationships with internal/external customers
P-card purchasing with Smart Buy
Proactive & effective communication
Driving results
Support of classified & unclassified programs
Basic Qualifications for Principal Contracts Administrator Level 3:

Bachelor's Degree and 5 years of related business experience - OR - Master's degree with 3 years of related business experience
Must have experience p-card / purchasing, using Smartbuy (iBuy)
Must have experience with budget forecasting
Must currently have an Active DoD Secret Clearance
Preferred Qualifications for Principal Contracts Administrator Level 3:

Any or all Program clearances needed for Site access
* Previous experience working in a facilities organization
We offer flexible work arrangements, phenomenal learning opportunities, exposure to a wide variety of projects and customers, and a very friendly team environment. We are looking for self-motivated, proactive, and goal-oriented people to help us grow our services and become even better at what we do.