Contract Administrator R10212885

Overview

At Northrop Grumman Space Systems we are seeking a Contracts Professional (Contracts Administrator Level II) to support our Strategic Deterrent Systems Division. This role will contribute to the high‑profile Sentinel Program, which modernizes the ground‑based leg of the strategic nuclear triad—a cornerstone of U.S. national security. With a current contract value of $13.3B, the Sentinel program offers significant career and growth opportunities.

• Serve as the primary interface with customers on contractual matters.
• Monitor contracts and associated programs to ensure compliance with obligations.
• Assist in contract proposal preparation, negotiations, and administration in accordance with company policies, legal requirements, and customer specifications.
• Develop solutions for routine 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 business advice to Program Management, Integrated Product, and Functional teams to ensure contract compliance.

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university with two years of experience in contracts, subcontracts, procurement administration, or a related field; OR a master’s degree with no relevant experience.
• 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.

• Active DoD Secret or Top‑Secret security clearance.
• Contract administration experience on major defense acquisition program.
• NCMA Certification (CPCM, CFCM and/or CCCM).

• Medical, Dental & Vision coverage
• 401k
• Educational Assistance
• Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Programs & Work/Life Solutions
• Paid Time Off
• Health & Wellness Resources
• Employee Discounts

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 and certain other restricted positions.