Associate Contract Administrator

Northrop Grumman

. Support proposal preparation, contract negotiation, contract administration, and customer contract activities .

Posted 10/26/2026full-timeUnited StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $60,200 - $113,800 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in contract administration, negotiation, and compliance with legal requirements while effectively managing customer relationships and contractual obligations. Proficient in financial management related to contracts and skilled in using contract management systems.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Contract AdministrationProposal PreparationFAR/DFARS KnowledgeFinancial ManagementContract Negotiation

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Hard Skills

Contract ManagementRisk ManagementData EntryTerms and Conditions ReviewCash ManagementSales ManagementContractual Deliverables ManagementContractual Issue ResolutionContract Changes ManagementHistorical Information Maintenance

Soft Skills

CommunicationProblem SolvingCustomer InterfaceCollaborationAnalytical Thinking

Tools & Technologies

Contract Management SystemEnterprise Accounting SystemMS OfficeExcel1ERP

Certifications & Qualifications

U.S. Government Security ClearanceSecret Clearance

Industry Keywords

Government ContractsCommercial ClausesContractual ObligationsFinancial RisksContractual Compliance

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support proposal preparation, contract negotiation, contract administration, and customer contract activities
Administer standard and nonstandard unconventional contracts
Act as the primary customer interface for contractual issues
Monitor contracts and associated programs to ensure contractual obligations are communicated and understood
Manage assigned contracts in accordance with company policies, legal requirements, and customer specifications
Develop solutions to routine and complex contractual matters under general supervision
Ensure fulfillment of contract requirements, manage contract changes, and maintain historical information
Review terms and conditions, identify contractual and financial risks, and recommend mitigation strategies
Assist management with financial goals related to cash management and sales
Prepare and manage written communications with internal and external customers
Enter and maintain contract data in the Contract Management System and/or Enterprise Accounting System
Ensure timely delivery of contractual deliverables (CDRLs/SDRLs) and submission of invoices

Requirements

What you’ll need

Completing or have completed a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution for Associate Contract Administrator
Majoring in or having majored in a Business Degree (Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Management, Economics) or a business adjacent degree (Legal Studies, Mathematics, Statistics, Risk management, Global Supply Chain, etc.) for Associate Contract Administrator
Completing or have completed a Master’s degree from an accredited institution for Contract Administrator
Majoring in or having majored in a Business Degree (Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Management, Economics) or a business adjacent degree (Legal Studies, Mathematics, Statistics, Risk management, Global Supply Chain, etc.) for Contract Administrator
Be able to obtain a U.S. Government security clearance; U.S. citizenship is a prerequisite
Experience with US government customers preferred
Working knowledge of FAR/DFARS and/or commercial clauses preferred
Proficiency in MS Office and EXCEL a plus
1ERP preferred
Secret Clearance preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive pay
Comprehensive benefits
Opportunities for employees to grow and achieve their goals
No relocation assistance available