Manager Contract Administration

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. At the heart of Defining Possible is our commitment to missions. In rapidly changing global security environments, Northrop Grumman brings informed insights and software-secure technology to enable strategic planning. We’re looking for innovators who can help us keep building on our wide portfolio of secure, affordable, integrated, and multi-domain systems and technologies that fuel those missions. By joining in our shared mission, we’ll support yours of expanding your personal network and developing skills, whether you are new to the field, or an industry thought leader. At Northrop Grumman, you’ll have the resources, support, and team to do some of the best work of your career. Our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Northrop Grumman Mission Systems Sector is seeking a Manager, Contracts Administration 1 to join our team in Linthicum, MD. This position will oversee a team of professionals within the Advanced Systems Operating Unit under the Advanced Mission Capabilities (AMC) BU. This manager position will lead a newly awarded major Development program and the supporting contracts team. This program will be developing new critical technology with both Prime and USG classified customers. The successful candidate will work closely on a daily basis with the Program management team including internal stakeholders such as Global Supply Chain, Business Management, and the Law Department. Responsibilities of the Manager, Contracts Administration 1 include leading program kick-off, establishing a change management rigor within the team, leading Engineering Change Proposal efforts, establishing strong customer relationships, training, and mentoring the contracts team. Build and maintain strong customer relationships is also a key priority. Additional responsibilities may include providing BU, Division, and/or Sector level briefings, providing contractual strategy guidance to program and executive management, data integrity oversight, and leading your team towards program success by providing objective-oriented direction in accordance with management guidelines & company procedures. The Manager, Contracts Administration 1 must possess the ability to work collaboratively with the Program team, effectively manage external customers, and provide guidance and direction based upon the requirements of the contracts. Must have strong leadership and interpersonal skills and be a strategic thinker. This position is full-time onsite in Linthicum, MD. Candidates must have at least an active Secret clearance to start.