Principal Contract Administrator R10212931

Principal Contract Administrator – 14820 – R

Join Northrop Grumman as a Principal Contracts Administrator in the Space Systems Division, working on the high‑profile Sentinel Program – the modernized ground‑based leg of the strategic nuclear triad. This full‑time position requires a DoD Secret security clearance and offers a competitive salary range of $78,700 – $118,100.

Northrop Grumman Space Systems is a leader in defense and space manufacturing, pioneering technology that has reshaped the nation’s history. The Sentinel Program, valued at $13.3 B, modernizes strategic deterrence and provides significant career growth opportunities. The role supports the program’s contracts and works closely with senior leaders and program engineers.

• Serve as the primary interface with program customers on all contractual matters.
• Monitor contracts and related programs to ensure compliance with obligations.
• Prepare and negotiate contract proposals, administration and changes in accordance with company policies, legal requirements and customer specifications.
• Develop solutions for complex contractual issues to maintain company compliance.
• Manage contract changes and maintain comprehensive historical records.
• Review terms and conditions—including financial terms, acceptance criteria, delivery requirements, warranties, intellectual property, termination provisions, property, mission assurance requirements and indemnification—to identify risks and propose mitigation strategies.
• Prepare and manage written communications with internal and external stakeholders.
• Enter and update contract data in a Contract Management System and/or Enterprise Accounting System.
• Provide expert business advice to Program Management, Integrated Product, and Functional teams to ensure contract compliance.

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university with five years of experience in contracts, subcontracts, procurement administration, or a related field; OR a master’s degree with three years of relevant experience.
• Complete knowledge of pricing principles, FAR/DFARS, and related Federal Contracting regulations.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret or Top‑Secret security clearance; U.S. citizenship is required.

• Experience with cost‑type contracts, government property and major weapon system development.
• Familiarity with Northrop Grumman contract processes and procedures.
• Active DoD Secret or Top‑Secret security clearance.
• Extensive proposal experience.
• NCMA Certification (CPCM, CFCM and/or CCCM).

• Medical, Dental & Vision coverage
• 401(k) with company match
• Educational assistance
• Life insurance
• Employee assistance programs & work/life solutions
• Paid time off
• Health & wellness resources
• Employee discounts

9/80 schedule: work a nine‑hour day Monday through Thursday and take every other Friday off.

$78,700.00 – $. Salary offers consider factors such as scope, responsibilities, experience, education, skills and current market conditions. Eligible employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, discretionary bonus, and long‑term incentives.

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  U.S. citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance.