FAR/DFAR Contract Administrator - Level 3 or 4

Northrop Grumman Defense Sector is seeking a FAR/DFAR Contract Administrator (Level 3 or 4) to join its team supporting the Armament Systems Business Unit/Combat Systems Operating Unit of qualified, and diverse professionals. This position will be located in Plymouth, Mn. The successful applicant will become part of Northrop Grumman's Defense Sector and will support various Government programs, capture and proposal activities as well as provide contract operations support. The successful candidate will be a direct report to Contracts Leadership and will work closely on a day-to-day basis with the business managers, operations managers, capture managers and other functional teams throughout the department. The successful candidate will be responsible for all aspects of contracts from the business development phase through contract closeout, delivering strong customer satisfaction, successful financial performance, and risk mitigation. Candidate's ability to build strong customer intimacy and employee engagement is key. Candidate must be a self-starter and able to work collaboratively with team members, including in an advisory role to program management, site management and the customers. Candidate will have knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulations Supplement (DFARS). In this role, the selected candidate will: Work complex assignments independently and support Finance, Program Management, and various levels of Management Lead proposal preparation, contract negotiation and contract administration activities from proposal through closeout. Administer daily contract activities for a variety of product lines and contract types, including cost reimbursable and firm fixed price; such activities will include establishing payment terms, initiating, and monitoring invoicing, collections, and funding to support financial objectives. Enter and manage data in the Contract Management System, financial and delivery systems. Participate in customer meetings, performing and monitoring compliance to contract requirements and leading change management process. Ensure non-disclosure agreements and contract terms and conditions are negotiated within company guidelines. This requisition may be filled at a higher grade based on qualifications listed below.