Northrop Grumman is seeking a Contracts Manager 1 to join the qualified and diverse individuals of the Navigation, Targeting and Surveillance Division (NT&S). This role is to supervise a small team of direct reports with responsibility for a diverse portfolio to include development, production, international, and sustainment programs out of Northrop Grumman’s Electronic Warfare and Targeting (EW&T) business unit. This position will be hybrid (2-3 days a week in-office) located at Northrop Grumman’s Rolling Meadows, IL office.

What You Will Get To Do:

Our Contracts Manager will be responsible for leading, strategizing and conducting proposal preparation, contract negotiations and administration and customer contact activities. You will ensure proper contract acquisition and fulfillment in accordance with company policies, legal and customer requirements.

Position general responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Lead a team of professionals in reviewing, negotiating, managing and closing out the contract process

• Provide advice and counsel to senior leadership on contractual risks and obligations along with interpreting terms and conditions

• Oversee strategy, coordination, pricing, approval, submittal and negotiation of proposals

• Partner cross-functionally to bridge contract requirements and program execution

• Develop and maintain close customer relationships to meet customer needs while balancing Northrop Grumman objectives

• Foster a climate of engagement, collaboration, and growth amongst your direct reports

• As a leader with integrity, you ensure ethical conduct, balanced results, and partner satisfaction. You respect and nurture growth, fostering inclusivity. Skilled in building diverse teams and customer trust, you communicate well, champion excellence, and embrace change

Qualifications:

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree with 5+ years of professional experience – OR – Master’s degree with 3+ years of professional experience.

• Will consider an additional 4+ years of experience in lieu of degree

• Experience in drafting and interpreting United States Government and commercial contracts for supplies and services and related or supporting documents, including, but not limited to, non-disclosure agreements, memorandums of agreement/understanding, teaming agreements, and similar documents

• Working knowledge of FAR and DFARS government acquisition regulations

• Prior experience negotiating and executing a variety of contract types such as Cost Plus, Fixed Price, Fixed Price Incentive Fee, etc.

• Experience working with Microsoft 365 applications and Adobe

• Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government DoD Secret security clearance

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with research and development, hardware production, and Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity contracts

• Experience with international contracting concepts, including Foreign Military Sales, Direct Commercial Sales, and relevant import/export regulations 

• Prior leadership experience

• Ability to travel on occasion to support internal and external meetings (~10%)

• NCMA Certification (CPCM, CFCM and/or CCCM)

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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