Contracts Administrator - Level 3

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

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 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.

Embark on a career putting innovative, reliable, and agile products and ideas into orbit, and beyond. Northrop Grumman has opportunities waiting for you that play a vital role in human space exploration, national defense, and scientific discovery, supporting multiple programs across the universe. With us, you’ll discover a culture of curiosity and collaboration that will have you Defining Possible from the day you start. Our space systems connect and protect millions of people on earth every day, now and for the future. Explore your future and launch your career today.

Are you interested in expanding your career through experience and exposure, all while supporting a mission that seeks to ensure the security of our nation and its allies? If so, then Northrop Grumman Space Sector is the place for you. With us, you’ll discover a culture of curiosity and collaboration that will have you Defining Possible from the day you start. Northrop Grumman is currently seeking a Contracts Administrator – Level 3, to join our Space sector Contract Closeouts team. This role will be located at any of our major Space sector locations (to include): McLean VA; Baltimore MD; Redondo Beach CA; Gilbert AZ; Promontory UT; Aurora CO or Dulles VA. A remote working scenario for this position will also be considered.

The Contracts Administrator – Level 3 will report to the Space Sector Manager of Contract Closeouts and provide strategic oversight and administration for closeout efforts across the sector. 

Role and Impact:

• Work with a team of geographically dispersed closeout analysts in the management and administration of contract closeouts to get contract to Administratively Closed (ACL) Status.
• Set and implement the strategic direction for the Contract Closeout organization.
• Provide support to the Closure Team and foster a culture of growth and development across the Closeout organization.
• Maintain sector wide compliant Closeout operations in accordance with company and sector policies and procedures, legal, regulatory, and contractual requirements.
• Lead contract closeout reporting and performance management, ensuring data accuracy and alignment with systems of record.
• Maintain and update contract closeout tracking tools with actuals from enterprise systems on a recurring cadence.
• Develop and deliver recurring metrics and dashboards to senior leadership and key stakeholders.
• Produce actional reporting to identify contracts ending within six months; contracts exceeding PoP end dates by more than 15 days; contracts reflecting late deliveries and root-cause drivers; contracts pending ACL status, including current workload and backlog; and fixed-price efforts pending closure beyond six months after PoP completion.
• Track contract final rates and coordinate prioritization as rates become available.
• Actively manage both backlog and current contract closeout efforts to meet closure requirements.
• Serve as primary interface to customers, auditors, senior management and other internal stakeholders for all matters related to contract closeouts.
• Identify and implement the necessary tools/systems needed to track and report on contract closeouts.
• Develop and maintain key closeout reporting information and metrics to monitor the health and status of our closeouts.
• Ensure compliance to FAR 4.804 and associated Federal Contracting regulations (NASA, Restricted).
• Collaborate with other functional departments within the sector and enterprise to improve process, reporting and execution of Contract Closeout tasking.   
• Ensure financial close-out is completed, including final rates, Release and Assignment completion, and resolution of all accounts receivable balances.
• Assist external and internal customers with closeout support or questions.
• Monitor shared closeout communication channels and support additional assignments as required to meet business objectives.
• Support special projects assigned by the Sector leadership. 
• Other duties as assigned.

If this job description reads like it was written specifically for you, consider joining our team!

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree with 5+ years of relevant professional experience in contract matters related to Closeouts – OR – Master’s degree with 3+ years of relevant professional experience in contract matters related to Closeouts.
• Knowledge of FAR/DFARS and associated Federal Contracting Regulations with the ability to apply sound judgment to property requirements and sector property policies/procedures.
• In-depth understanding of Contract Operations and Government property management policies, regulations and compliance requirements.
• Experience supporting and/or performing compliance audits.
• Experience in developing and implementing processes and procedures in accordance with FAR/DFARS requirements.
• Excellent leadership, interpersonal, oral and written communication skills.
• Experience demonstrating excellent problem solving, communication and organizational skills in a fast-paced environment with competing priorities and deadlines.
• Ability to travel up to 10%.
• Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government DoD Secret security clearance.  US Citizenship is a prerequisite.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in operating across multiple ERP systems.
• Proven ability to make sound decisions in a timely manner, demonstrating strong interpersonal skills, possessing solid written and verbal communication skills, to ensure team performance aligns to program objectives and compliance in a regulated industry.
• Strong leadership experience with proven ability to train and motivate team members towards operational excellence.
• An active U.S. Government DoD Secret level security clearance.

You'll be a great fit if you:

• Demonstrate the ability to work with an engaging team.
• Develop highly effective customer relations (both internal and external stakeholders).
• Collaborate across functional areas.
• Showcase excellent problem solving, communication and organizational skills in a fast-paced environment with competing priorities and deadlines.

About Space Sector: We are an industry-leading provider for prime satellite and payload capabilities and directed energy and electronics solutions for national security, military, and civil customers.

Curious about all the exciting developments with the Northrop Grumman Space Sector? Click the link below:  https://www.northropgrumman.com/space

Primary Level Salary Range: $81,400.00 - $141,200.00

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.