Contract Processor Jobs in Fallbrook, CA (NOW HIRING)

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available
CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No
CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret
TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the TimeDescription
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 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.
Northrop Grumman Mission Systems is looking for you to join our team as a Contract Administrator based out of San Diego, CA. This is an onsite position that offers the 9/80 schedule.
What You'll Get to Do:
The Contract Administrator (CA) will support the Advanced Network Solutions (ANS) portfolio located within the Advanced Communications and Networks (ACN) Operating Unit. Reporting directly to the Manager of Contracts, the CA will serve as the primary contact to the customer, administering a portfolio of mostly cost-type development contracts. The CA is responsible for all formal contract communications, and sustaining the contractual baseline to ensure favorable programmatic and financial performance. In addition to established development efforts, the position will also support various new business proposals and ROMs, both competitive and sole-source.
Responsibilities

• Administer, extend, negotiate and terminate standard and nonstandard contracts
• Conduct proposal preparation, contract negotiation, contract administration, and customer contact activities to provide for proper contract acquisition and fulfillment in accordance with company policies, legal requirements, and customer specifications.
• Coordinate with functional teams and management to lead internal proposal approval process
• Advise program teams of contractual rights and obligations, including interpretation of contract terms and conditions
• Maintain and update contract documents and official program records, including contractual documents and correspondence
• Monitor contract requirements and associated program funding and deliverables to ensure that contractual obligations are communicated, understood, and followed
• Ensure compliance with company procedures and government regulations
• Administer, negotiate, and perform closeout of contracts
• Maintain an open and healthy relationship with internal and external customers

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelors' Degree with 2 years of experience in Contracts Management/Administration or a related field (i.e. contracts-related legal, pricing, business management, etc.) - OR - a Master's degree with 1 year of experience as described above.
• U.S. Citizenship
• The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Secret level security clearance

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience using FAR/DFARS
• Experience with the SAP Sales & Distribution Module
• Experience with Contract Negotiation
• Experience working with NDA's
• Current, active U.S. Government Secret level security 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!
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Primary Level Salary Range: $75,800.00 - $113,800.00
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.