Principal Contract Administrator/Senior Principal Contract Administrator

Company: Northrop Grumman
Location: Baltimore
Posted on: April 1, 2026

Job Description:

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time Description At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work — and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history. At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work — and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history. Northrop Grumman Mission Systems is a trusted provider of mission-enabling solutions for global security. We have a wide portfolio of secure, affordable, integrated, and multi-domain systems and technologies. Our differentiated battle management and cyber solutions deliver timely, mission-enabling information and provide superior situational awareness and understanding to protect the U.S. and its global allies. Northrop Grumman Mission Systems is looking for you to join our team as a Principal Contract Administrator/ Senior Principal Contract Administrator based out of Linthicum, MD. This position is full-time on-site and offers the 9/80 Schedule. What You’ll get to Do: The Advanced Radar Systems Operating Unit is seeking a Principal Contract Administrator to support the Vesuvius program. The selected candidate will be responsible for supporting proposal preparation, contract negotiation, contract administration and customer contract activities to provide and ensure proper contract acquisition and fulfillment in accordance with company policies, legal requirements and customer requirements. The primary responsibilities include administration of standard and nonstandard unconventional contracts. Conducts proposal preparation, contract negotiation, contract administration, and customer contact activities to provide for proper contract acquisition and fulfillment in accordance with company policies, legal requirements, and customer specifications. Responsibilities include by are not limited to: Act as a primary interface with customer for contractual issues; Monitor contract and associated program to ensure that contractual obligations are communicated and understood. Participate in contract proposal preparation, contract negotiations, contract administration, and customer contract activities to manage assigned contracts in accordance with company policies, legal requirements, and customer specifications. Work under general supervision to develop solutions to both routine and complex contractual matters to ensure company compliance with contract requirements on assigned programs. Ensure fulfillment of contract requirements, manage contract changes and maintain historical information. Review terms and conditions to address provisions and risks of financial terms, acceptance criteria, delivery requirements, warranty, intellectual property, termination provisions, indemnification and all other potential risk areas and recommend risk mitigation strategies. Assist management in achieving financial goals related to cash management and sales. Prepare and manage written communications with internal and external customers for assigned contractual matters. Enter and maintain contract data into Contract Management System and/or Enterprise Accounting System Ensure timely delivery of all contractual deliverables (CDRLs/SDRLs) and submission of invoices. This requisition may be filled as a Principal Contract Administrator or Senior Principal Contract Administrator . Basic Qualifications for Principal Contract Administrator Bachelor’s degree plus 5 years of relevant experience; or a Master’s degree plus 3 years of relevant experience. Will consider 9 years of applied experience in lieu of degree requirement. Experience using MS Office Suite, specifically Excel Working knowledge of FAR/DFARS and/or commercial clauses Experience working with US government customers A current/active DoD Secret Clearance with the ability to obtain Special Program Access (SAP) prior to starting The ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Top Secret clearance is required. U.S. Citizenship required Basic Qualifications Senior Principal Contract Administrator: Bachelor’s degree plus 8 years of relevant experience; or a Master’s degree plus 6 years of relevant experience. Will consider 12 years of applied experience in lieu of degree requirement. Experience using MS Office Suite, specifically Excel Working knowledge of FAR/DFARS and/or commercial clauses Experience working with US government customers A current/active DoD Secret Clearance with the ability to obtain Special Program Access (SAP) prior to starting The ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Top Secret clearance is required. U.S. Citizenship required Preferred Qualifications for both: Experience using 1ERP A current/active DoD Top Secret clearance Primary Level Salary Range: $87,000.00 - $130,600.00 Secondary Level Salary Range: $108,400.00 - $162,600.00 The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business. The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates. Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO and pay transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.

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