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Principal Contract Administrator

Northrop Grumman

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Secret
$87,000 - $130,600
Unspecified
Business - Legal
Linthicum Heights, MD (On-Site/Office)

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE TYPE: 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.

At the heart of Defining Possible is our commitment to missions. In rapidly changing global security environments, Northrop Grumman brings informed insights and software-secure technology to enable strategic planning. We're looking for innovators who can help us keep building on our wide portfolio of secure, affordable, integrated, and multi-domain systems and technologies that fuel those missions. By joining in our shared mission, we'll support yours of expanding your personal network and developing skills, whether you are new to the field, or an industry thought leader. At Northrop Grumman, you'll have the resources, support, and team to do some of the best work of your career.

The Advanced Systems Operating Unit (OU) within the Advanced Mission Capabilities Business Unit is seeking a motivated Principal Contract Administrator. The successful candidate will join a team supporting a newly awarded major Development program in the Airborne Multifunction Sensors (AMS) Division, Advanced Systems Operating Unit. This program will be developing a new critical technology with both a Prime and USG classified customers. The successful candidate will work closely on a day-to-day basis with the OU leadership team, including Program Management, Business Management, Global Supply Chain, and other functional teams throughout the OU. This position will be located on-site in our Missions Systems Sector in Linthicum, MD.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

  • Conduct proposal preparation, contract negotiation, contract administration, and customer contact activities to provide for proper contract acquisition and fulfillment 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.
  • 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.
  • Ensure timely delivery of all contractual deliverables and submission of invoices, proposals, and data calls.
  • Ensure fulfillment of contract requirements, manage contract changes and maintain historical information.


Basic Qualifications for Principal Contract Administrator:
  • Bachelor's Degree with a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience OR a Master's degree or JD with a minimum of 3 years relevant experience (contracts, subcontracts, finance, or other business management related function) or business adjacent experience OR 9 years of relevant experience in lieu of degree.
  • Experience using Microsoft Office Suite (specifically Excel, PowerPoint, and Word) and Adobe.
  • Ability to travel occasionally.
  • Current, Active DoD Secret Clearance or higher.


Preferred Qualifications:
  • Working knowledge of FAR/DFARS as well as experience with different contract types is preferred.
  • Current, Active DOD Top Secret security clearance.
  • Experience in the Aerospace and/or Defense Industry.
  • Demonstrated ability to collaborate across functional teams.
  • Experience with USG and Prime customers.
  • Experience working restricted programs, proven ability to work in closed areas with moderate oversight.


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: $87,000.00 - $130,600.00

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.
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Northrop Grumman solves the toughest problems in space, aeronautics, defense and cyberspace to meet the ever-evolving needs of our customers worldwide. Our 90,000 employees are Defining Possible every day using science, technology and engineering to create and deliver advanced systems, products and services. Northrop Grumman careers and internships are as varied as your interests, with a lifetime of potential that will allow you to work together with people from many backgrounds, personal passions and disciplines. © 2025 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.
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