The Principal Contract Administrator will be considered a key focal point on contract matters within the organization and must demonstrate the skill and ability to perform complex tasks. As most assignments are complex, the position will require the candidate to work independently without appreciable direction. This position will require excellent oral and written communication skills and will represent the organization as a focal point on contract matters. This position will require interaction with senior internal and external personnel on significant matters often requiring coordination between organizations and may develop and deliver presentations. Lead and coordinate the company response to customer Requests for Proposal (RFPs) to understand Statements of Work (SOW)/contract requirements and advise the program team on risk identification and mitigation strategies Ensure company proposals are fully responsive to prospective customer requirements, prepare proposal submittal documents, and coordinate appropriate levels of internal review and approval. Coordinate and develop responses to fact-finding, evaluation notices, and requests for information (RFIs), to bolster priorities, strengthen support for the proposal, and also identify customer key items or concerns Develop and execute negotiation strategy/plan to establish a framework to arrive at the most beneficial agreement possible between Northrop Grumman and the customer in the quickest timeframe possible Maintain excellent working relationships with customers to effectively communicate, administer, modify, negotiate and terminate standard and nonstandard contractual agreements Oversee contract performance including schedules and deliverables and complete actions to ensure satisfactory program performance Advise program teams of contractual rights and obligations, including interpretation of contract terms and conditions Maintain and update contract documents and official program records, including contractual documents and correspondence Provide direct contract support, review contractual documents to ensure protection of company's contractual/risk posture, satisfaction of contractual requirements and adherence to company policies Research contract issues and prepare analysis with citations Work cooperatively with the technical staff to address customer requests Bachelor's Degree plus 5 years relevant experience in U.S. Government contract administration and management or Masters Degree with 3 years relevant experience Experience with FAR/DFARS Experience working with various contract types such as Time & Material, Cost types, Firm Fixed Price, Other Transactions, etc. Experience working with proposal development and negotiations The ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret clearance is required. Experience in U.S. Government Department of Defense contract administration & management Experience working independently and collaborating with stakeholders and Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) Experience briefing internal and external customers Experience handling multiple tasks concurrently A current/active DoD Secret clearance Experience with the SAP Sales & Distribution Module