RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available CLEARANCE TYPE: Top Secret TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time Description 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 is seeking a Contracts Manager 3 in Annapolis Junction, MD to join the rapidly advancing Northrop Grumman Microelectronics Center (NGMC), which is an enterprise level organization aligned within the Mission Systems sector. What You’ll Get to Do : As a part of the NGMC team, you will work with world class chemists, physicists, and engineering experts who are pioneering revolutionary technologies. With the NGMC team pushing the boundaries of physics and chemistry, the future is immeasurable. NGMC’s impact in microelectronics is ground breaking, and at the forefront of next generation solutions both defense and commercial: Engineered the world’s fastest microchip, that’s 1,000x faster than everyday chips. Received two Emmy awards and two Guinness World Records. Hold dozens of patents and innovation awards. Learn more about the NGMC and Northrop Grumman’s storied history, impact, and innovation in the microelectronics field here: https://www.northropgrumman.com/what we do/mission solutions/microelectronics This on site position at the Annapolis Junction, Maryland location will provide oversight for the Advanced Programs Business Unit. It will also serve as a strategic liaison with the Microelectronics Design and Applications (MDA) Advanced Programs Business Unit. This position requires a Contracts leader who can excel at the following: Shape contracting approaches and influence growth strategy. Lead the proposal, negotiation, review, and management of a wide range of complex contracts and agreements, including government and commercial. Provide strategic contracting guidance that balances compliance with speed, agility, and competitive positioning. Make informed decisions in a timely manner, offer guidance, and work cooperatively with a multitude of organizations. Continue to grow a high performing and motivated team. Interface with customers, building strong customer relationships focused on shared success. Solve complex problems by actively seeking information and ideas from a variety of sources. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited institution with 10 years of relevant experience or Master’s Degree with 8 years of relevant experience in contract administration/management. A minimum of 2 years of leadership/exposure Prior experience managing teams Experience with FAR/DFARS Experience negotiating complex transactions Ability to obtain and maintain TS/SCI with Full Scope Poly level clearance Preferred Qualifications: Active Secret level Security Clearance Existing active TS/SCI with Full Scope Poly level 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! Primary Level Salary Range: $154,600.00 $231,800.00 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.