Contract Administrator – Principal Contracts Administrator, Level 2 or 3

Northrop Grumman

. Interface with external customers and internal business partners .

Posted 11/4/2026full-timeOklahoma City • Oklahoma • United StatesLead💰 $62,100 - $115,600 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in contract negotiation and administration, with a strong understanding of DoD contracting and FAR/DFARS requirements. Capable of analyzing proposals and managing contractual documentation while ensuring compliance with legal and customer specifications.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Contract NegotiationDoD ContractingFAR/DFARS KnowledgeU.S. Government Secret Security ClearanceProposal Analysis

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Hard Skills

Contract AdministrationProposal PreparationRisk AnalysisData CompilationContractual Documentation Processing

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsStrong Interpersonal SkillsOrganizational SkillsAnalytical SkillsProblem-Solving Skills

Tools & Technologies

Wide Area Workflow (WAWF)

Certifications & Qualifications

U.S. Government Secret Security Clearance

Industry Keywords

Contract AcquisitionContract FulfillmentCustomer SpecificationsBilling and Payment CollectionTimely Decision Making

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Interface with external customers and internal business partners
Prepare proposals, negotiate contracts, and administer contracts
Examine proposal requirements and estimates
Prepare bids and analyze terms and conditions for risk, accuracy, and completeness
Support contract acquisition and fulfillment according to company policies, legal requirements, and customer specifications
Process contractual documentation and reports
Advise management on contractual rights and obligations
Compile and analyze data and maintain historical information
Facilitate shipment, billing, and payment collection for deliveries
Interface with DCMA or customers as required via Wide Area Workflow (WAWF)
Make timely decisions under tight deadlines and pressure

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree with 2 years of relevant experience OR a Master’s degree for Level 2
Bachelor’s degree with 5 years of relevant experience OR Master’s degree with 3 years of relevant experience for Level 3
An additional 4 years of relevant contracts experience may be considered in lieu of degree
Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Secret security clearance
Basic understanding of DoD Contracting
Excellent communication skills
Strong interpersonal and organizational skills
Team player, proactive, analytical, detail-oriented, and able to demonstrate problem-solving skills
Knowledge of FAR/DFARS requirements preferred
Experience negotiating and administering various contract types, specifically with the DoD preferred
Active security clearance at the time of application preferred
U.S. Citizenship is required for positions with a government clearance

Benefits

Comp & perks

Relocation assistance may be available
Flexible 9/80 Hybrid work schedule
Learning opportunities
Exposure to a wide variety of projects and customers
Health insurance coverage
Life and disability insurance
Savings plan
Company-paid holidays
Paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business
Eligible employees may receive overtime
Eligible employees may receive shift differential
Discretionary bonus
Annual bonuses designed to reward individual contributions and share company results