Contracts Administrator – Level 3/4

Northrop Grumman

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

Posted 11/9/2026full-timeUnited StatesJunior💰 $89,900 - $176,300 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in contract negotiation, administration, and compliance, with a strong focus on managing relationships with U.S. government and international customers. Proficient in collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure successful program execution and adherence to contractual obligations.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Contract NegotiationContract AdministrationFAR/DFARS KnowledgeCross-Functional CollaborationU.S. Government Contract Experience

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Hard Skills

Contract ManagementRisk Mitigation StrategiesCost-Type ProcurementFirm Fixed Price (FFP) ContractsContract Data Entry

Soft Skills

Strong Written CommunicationStrong Verbal CommunicationOrganizational SkillsAttention to Detail

Tools & Technologies

MS Office SuiteAdobeContract Management SystemEnterprise Accounting System

Certifications & Qualifications

U.S. Government Top-Secret Security Clearance

Industry Keywords

Defense IndustryAerospace IndustryContractual ComplianceCustomer Relationship ManagementProgram Management

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support proposal preparation, contract negotiation, contract administration, and customer contact activities
Ensure proper contract execution and fulfillment in accordance with company policies, legal requirements, and customer requirements
Work closely with Program Management, Business Management, and Global Supply Chain to support program success and new growth opportunities
Develop solutions to routine and complex contractual matters and ensure compliance with contract requirements
Prioritize and manage multiple tasks under tight deadlines and pressure
Act as a primary customer interface for contractual topics and build customer relationships
Review terms and conditions, identify financial, acceptance, delivery, warranty, intellectual property, termination, indemnification, and other risks
Recommend risk mitigation strategies
Advise program managers on contractual matters
Monitor contracts and associated programs to ensure obligations are communicated and understood
Provide general contract adherence oversight
Participate in contract negotiations, contract administration, change management, and customer contract activities
Enter and maintain contract data in the Contract Management System or Enterprise Accounting System
Travel occasionally between Hanover, MD and Redondo Beach, CA

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree with 5 years of professional experience, or Master’s degree with 3 years of professional experience, or PhD with 1 year of professional experience for Level 3
Bachelor’s degree with 8 years of professional experience, or Master’s degree with 6 years of professional experience, or PhD with 4 years of professional experience for Level 4
An additional 4+ years of experience may be considered in lieu of degree
Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Top-Secret security clearance
Experience negotiating and administering various contract types and agreements with U.S. government, domestic and international customers
Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams, including program management, finance, business management, and supply chain
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Experience working with MS Office Suite and Adobe
Ability to start, oversee, and follow through with major assignments and responsibilities
Contract administration or contract management experience in Defense or Aerospace industry
Demonstrated ability to collaborate across functional teams
Working knowledge of FAR/DFARS
Experience managing cost-type or firm fixed price (FFP) procurement contract types
U.S. Citizenship is required for positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions
Ability to travel 25% of the time

Benefits

Comp & perks

9/80 schedule, with every other Friday off
Health insurance coverage
Life and disability insurance
Savings plan
Company paid holidays
Paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business
Potential eligibility for overtime
Potential eligibility for shift differential
Potential eligibility for a discretionary bonus
Potential eligibility for Long Term Incentives for Vice President or Director positions