Corporate Counsel II – Mission Systems Sector

Northrop Grumman

. Counsel on matters associated with the pursuit, capture, negotiation, execution, and administration of U.S.

Posted 9/15/2026full-timeLinthicum • Maryland • United StatesSeniorLead💰 $222,700 - $335,300 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in U.S. Government and commercial contracting, including negotiation, execution, and compliance with FAR and DFAR regulations. Proven ability to analyze complex legal concepts and effectively communicate with cross-functional teams and clients in the defense/intelligence sectors.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Juris DoctorateU.S. Government Contracting ExperienceFAR and DFAR ExpertiseU.S. DoD Security ClearanceLitigation Experience

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Hard Skills

U.S. Government ContractingContract NegotiationLegal AnalysisCompliance ManagementIntellectual Property LawEnvironmental LawLabor RelationsSupply Chain ComplianceExport/Import ComplianceInvestigative Experience

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationCollaborationAdvisory SkillsInterpersonal SkillsTeam Coordination

Certifications & Qualifications

Active State Bar Membership

Industry Keywords

Defense CommunityIntelligence CommunityGovernment AgencyIn-House CounselCommercial Transactions

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Counsel on matters associated with the pursuit, capture, negotiation, execution, and administration of U.S. Government and commercial prime contracts and subcontracts
Advise and coordinate with business and legal specialists on intellectual property, environmental, health, safety, real estate and property, human resources, internal investigations, supply chain, export/import compliance, litigation, and employment and labor relations
Communicate and collaborate with lawyers and business teams inside and outside the company
Work in cross-functional teams

Requirements

What you’ll need

Juris Doctorate and active state bar membership
At least 10 years of relevant U.S. Government contracting experience
Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance
U.S. Government and commercial contracting experience at a law firm, U.S. Government agency, and/or in-house legal department
Ability to analyze complex legal concepts and communicate effectively
Experience supporting U.S. Government programs and/or complex commercial transactions as in-house counsel, plus law firm or Government agency experience
Experience supporting clients and interfacing with customers in the defense/intelligence communities
Expertise with FAR, DFAR, and other U.S. Government agencies’ rules and practices
Litigation and/or investigative experience
An active U.S. DoD security clearance at the Secret level or higher

Benefits

Comp & perks

Relocation assistance may be available
Overtime eligibility may apply
Shift differential may apply
Discretionary bonus eligibility
Long Term Incentives may be available for Vice President or Director positions
Health insurance coverage
Life insurance
Disability insurance
Savings plan
Company paid holidays
Paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business