Senior Principal Contract Administrator

Northrop Grumman

. Support production and development programs across multiple customers in the Cyber & Cryptographic Solutions Operating Unit .

Posted 9/17/2026full-timeSan Antonio • Maryland • United StatesSenior💰 $106,800 - $176,300 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Contract Administration, including proposal strategy, compliance with U.S. Federal Government Contracting Regulations, and effective communication with stakeholders. Proven ability to manage contracts, negotiate terms, and ensure timely delivery of contractual obligations.

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Contract AdministrationFAR KnowledgeProposal PreparationU.S. Government TS/SCI ClearanceCost-Plus Incentive Fee Contracts

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Hard Skills

Contract NegotiationContract ComplianceCost EstimationContract FormationData AnalysisContract Management SystemsEnterprise Resource PlanningProposal StrategyPerformance Requirements AnalysisDelivery Schedule Management

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsLeadership QualitiesOrganizational SkillsInterpersonal SkillsAbility to Manage Competing Priorities

Certifications & Qualifications

U.S. CitizenshipFull Scope Poly Clearance

Industry Keywords

Cybersecurity ServicesClassified EnvironmentsRFP ReviewCustomer RelationshipsCompliance TeamsContract Funding MonitoringNon-Disclosure AgreementsTeaming AgreementsSoftware Licensing AgreementsDynamic Work Environment

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Cyber SecurityTypeScript

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support production and development programs across multiple customers in the Cyber & Cryptographic Solutions Operating Unit
Support programs conducting cybersecurity services and development in classified environments
Lead solicitation and RFP review/analysis, proposal preparation, and signoff
Examine estimates of materials, equipment, services, production costs, performance requirements, and delivery schedules
Negotiate, administer, extend, and close standard and nonstandard contracts
Ensure contract acquisition and fulfillment comply with company policies, legal requirements, and customer specifications
Establish working relationships with customers through email, telephone, and in-person interactions
Collaborate with finance, supply chain, quality and mission assurance, legal, pricing, and compliance teams
Monitor contract funding and payments with the program business management team
Advise management on contractual rights and obligations
Compile and analyze data and maintain historical information and official correspondence
Enter and maintain contract data in Contract Management and/or Enterprise Resource Planning systems
Ensure timely delivery of contractual deliverables and submission of invoices
Analyze and negotiate non-disclosure agreements, teaming agreements, software licensing agreements, and other memoranda
Manage competing priorities and multiple tasks while meeting program goals and objectives

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s Degree and 8 years of experience in Contract Administration or a related field, or Master’s Degree and 6 years of work experience
12 years of applied experience accepted in lieu of degree requirement
Experience advising on contractual and business-related matters, including proposal strategy, estimating and pricing, audits, contract formation, and customer relationships
Experience interacting with senior internal and external personnel on significant matters requiring coordination between organizations
Strong working knowledge of the FAR, DFAR, and other U.S. Federal Government Contracting Regulations
Experience with Cost-Plus Incentive Fee (CPIF), Firm Fixed Price (FFP), and Time and Material (T&M) contracts
Current/active U.S. Government TS/SCI clearance required
Ability to obtain and maintain a Full Scope Poly Clearance
U.S. Citizenship required
Ability to gather, organize, and relay information
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment
Preferred: demonstrated leadership qualities and ability to start, oversee, and follow through with major assignments and responsibilities

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health Plan
Savings Plan
Paid Time Off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business
Company paid holidays
Education Assistance
Training and Development
9/80 Work Schedule (where available)
Health insurance coverage
Life and disability insurance
Overtime eligibility, depending on position
Shift differential, depending on position
Discretionary bonus eligibility, depending on position
Long Term Incentives for eligible Vice President or Director positions