Full-Time

Sentinel – Principal / Sr. Principal Contract Administrator

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Northrop Grumman

Northrop Grumman

10,001+ employees

Aerospace and defense technology solutions provider

Cybersecurity
Aerospace
Defense

Compensation Overview

$91.2k - $170.3kAnnually

+ Bonus

Senior

No H1B Sponsorship

El Segundo, CA, USA

No relocation assistance available.

US Citizenship, US Top Secret Clearance Required

Category
Legal Consulting
Consulting
Requirements
  • Bachelor’s degree with 5 years of experience in Contracts or related professional experience; 3 years of experience with a Master's degree; 1 year of experience with a PhD. An additional 4 years of experience accepted in lieu of a degree (Sr. Principal level requires 8 years with a bachelors, 6 years with a Masters; 3 years with a PhD; or 12 years with a HS diploma)
  • US Citizenship and the ability to obtain and maintain a Secret level security clearance
  • Experience with pricing principles and FAR/DFARS as well as associated Federal Contracting regulations
  • Experience in preparing and presenting briefings to senior level internal & external customers
  • Experience with managing cost plus type contracts
  • Must be willing to travel 10% of time as required to support business/program needs
Responsibilities
  • Act as primary interface with customer for contractual issues; Monitor contract and associated program to ensure that contractual obligations are communicated and understood.
  • Participate in contract proposal preparation, contract negotiations, contract administration, and customer contract activities to manage assigned contracts in accordance with company policies, legal requirements, and customer specifications.
  • Work under general supervision to develop solutions to both routine and complex contractual matters to ensure company compliance with contract requirements on assigned programs.
  • Ensure fulfillment of contract requirements, manage contract changes, and maintain historical information.
  • Review terms and conditions to address provisions and risks of financial terms, acceptance criteria, delivery requirements, warranty, intellectual property, termination provisions, indemnification and all other potential risk areas and recommend risk mitigation strategies.
  • Prepare and manage written communications with internal and external customers for assigned contractual matters.
  • Enter and maintain contract data into Contract Management System and/or Enterprise Accounting System.
  • Ensure timely delivery of all contractual deliverables.
  • Develop contractual solutions to a variety of complex problems.
  • Performs complex tasks and participates in determining objectives of assignment. Plan schedules and arranges own activities in accomplishing objectives. Most assignments are complex and performed independently without appreciable direction. Work is reviewed upon completion for adequacy in meeting objectives.

Northrop Grumman provides advanced aerospace and defense technology solutions primarily for government clients, including the U.S. Department of Defense and international allies. The company specializes in areas such as autonomous systems, cybersecurity, and C4ISR, which encompasses command, control, communications, computers, intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance. Their products and services are developed through extensive research and development, manufacturing, and integration of advanced technologies. Northrop Grumman stands out from competitors by focusing on long-term contracts that ensure a steady revenue stream, leveraging its expertise and proven track record in the highly specialized aerospace and defense market. The company's goal is to maintain a strong market position by continuously innovating and providing comprehensive solutions that meet the evolving needs of its clients.

Company Stage

IPO

Total Funding

$192.2M

Headquarters

Falls Church, Virginia

Founded

1939

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Rising demand for cybersecurity boosts Northrop Grumman's market expansion opportunities.
  • EU's increased defense spending opens new markets for Northrop Grumman's space and cyber capabilities.
  • U.S. push for domestic critical metals production stabilizes Northrop Grumman's supply chain.

What critics are saying

  • China's antimony export ban threatens Northrop Grumman's supply chain stability.
  • Colin Miller's departure to Boeing may weaken Northrop Grumman's aeronautics sector.

What makes Northrop Grumman unique

  • Northrop Grumman excels in autonomous systems, aligning with U.S. defense priorities.
  • The company offers advanced C4ISR solutions, enhancing situational awareness for military clients.
  • Northrop Grumman's diversified segments ensure a stable revenue base across aerospace and defense.

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