Sentinel Contract Administrator - 14820

This role may offer a competitive relocation assistance package.
What You'll Get To Do:
The successful candidate will support the high-profile Sentinel Program (otherwise known as Ground Based Strategic Deterrent, or GBSD), and work closely on a day-to-day basis with Managers, Directors, Vice Presidents, and rocket scientists! Sentinel is in the development stage of modernizing the ground-based leg of the strategic nuclear triad, which is the bedrock of U.S. national security. At a current contract value of $13.3B, Sentinel represents one of the largest and most high-profile Northrop Grumman programs, with countless career and growth opportunities.
Please see links below to learn more about the nuclear triad and the Sentinel program:
• About Sentinel (GBSD) - Northrop Grumman
• Sentinel - The Ground Based Strategic Deterrent - Northrop Grumman
• Sentinel ICBM (LGM-35A) (af.mil)
• America's Nuclear Triad (defense.gov)
This position requires an understanding of DOD contracting, excellent communication skills, strong technology acumen in M365, as well as interpersonal and organizational skills. The ideal candidate is a team player; but also, a strong independent contributor with strong leadership skills, demonstrated problem-solving skills, and a proactive, detail-oriented approach.

The Contracts Professional responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
• Act as primary interface with customer for contractual issues; Monitor contract and associated program to ensure that contractual obligations are communicated and understood.
• Participate in contract proposal preparation, contract negotiations, contract administration, and customer contract activities to manage assigned contracts in accordance with company policies, legal requirements, and customer specifications.
• Work under general supervision to develop solutions to both routine and complex contractual matters to ensure company compliance with contract requirements on assigned programs.
• Ensure fulfillment of contract requirements, manage contract changes, and maintain historical information.
• Review terms and conditions to address provisions and risks of financial terms, acceptance criteria, delivery requirements, warranty, intellectual property, termination provisions, indemnification and all other potential risk areas and recommend risk mitigation strategies.
• Prepare and manage written communications with internal and external customers for assigned contractual matters.
• Enter and maintain contract data into Contract Management System and/or Enterprise Accounting System.
• Ensure timely delivery of all contractual deliverables and submission of invoices
As a full-time employee of Northrop Grumman, you are eligible for our robust benefits package including:
• Medical, Dental & Vision coverage
• 401k
• Educational Assistance
• Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Programs & Work/Life Solutions
• Paid Time Off
• Health & Wellness Resources
• Employee Discounts
This position's standard work schedule is a 9/80. The 9/80 schedule allows employees who work a nine-hour day Monday through Thursday to take every other Friday off.

Basic Qualifications:
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university with 2 years in Contracts, Subcontracts, or Procurement Administration, or related professional experience - OR - a Master's degree with 0 years in Contracts, Subcontracts, or Procurement Administration, or related professional experience. An additional 4 years of experience accepted in lieu of a degree.
• Knowledge and understanding of pricing principles and FAR/DFARS as well as associated Federal Contracting regulations.
• Must have an active U.S. Government DoD Secret security clearance at time of application, current and within scope
Preferred Qualifications:
• Familiarity with Northrop Grumman Contracts processes and procedures.
• Active DoD Secret or Top-Secret security clearance.
• Extensive proposal experience.
• NCMA Certification (CPCM, CFCM and/or CCCM).
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Salary Range: $63,800.00 - $95,800.00The 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.