Contracts Administrator 3 or 4

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes CLEARANCE TYPE: Top 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. 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 inclusive team. As a Contracts Administrator - Level 3 (Principal) or 4 (Senior Principal) , located in Dulles, VA, 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. A Contract Administrator produces high quality Contract Management related products supporting the NGSP Space Superiority Division (SSD) Integrated Missions Operating Unit (IMOU) programs. This position requires a basic understanding of Government 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 detail-oriented approach. This position will work a 9/80 schedule, with every other Friday off. Your Role and Impact: Prioritize proposal activities and working on multiple tasks simultaneously   Identify contractual risks and mitigate with appropriate contract provisions   Serve as key business advisor to the program managers on contractual and operational matters Plan and execute successful contract negotiations of a complex nature and achieving targeted profit rates, favorable terms and conditions on both contracts and other agreements inclusive of teaming agreements required to assist in mitigating risk and meeting overall financial goals Build customer intimacy despite geographical separation as well as be able to effectively cultivate those relationships early on Make decisions in a timely manner under tight deadlines and pressure Offer guidance and work collaboratively with a multitude of organizations ranging from technical, program, finance, global supply chain, global mobility office and security for seamless contract administration 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. This position can be filled at either a Level 3 or 4. Basic Qualifications for Level 3: Bachelor’s degree with 5 years of professional experience – OR – Master’s degree with 3 years of professional experience – OR – PhD with 1 year of professional experience. Will consider an additional 4+ years of experience in lieu of degree Requires an active U.S. Government Top-Secret security clearance at time of application, current and within scope, with the ability to obtain and maintain SCI approval/access Experience negotiating and administering various contract types Understanding the requirements of government regulations, such as FAR or DFAR Basic Qualifications for Level 4: Bachelor’s degree with 8 years of professional experience – OR – Master’s degree with 6 years of professional experience –