Principal Contract Administrator
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Reviewing terms and conditions to address provisions and risks of financial terms, acceptance criteria, delivery requirements,
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.
We’re looking for you to join our team as a Principal Contract Administrator based out of Linthicum, MD or Rolling Meadows, IL. This is a full time on-site position. This is an onsite position that offers the 9/80 schedule.
Responsibilities
~1 min readRequirements
~1 min read- Bachelor’s degree with 5 years of contracts related experience – OR – Master’s degree with 3 years of contracts related experience
- Experience working with various contract types such as Time & Material, Cost types, Firm Fixed Price, Other Transactions, etc.
- Working knowledge of commercial contracting.
- Experience working with proposal development and negotiations
- U.S. Citizenship required.
- A Current/Active US Government Secret clearance is required
- Experience with FAR/DFARS
- Experience in U.S. Government Department of Defense contract administration & management
- Experience working independently and collaborating with stakeholders and Subject Matter Experts (SMEs)
- Experience briefing internal and external customers
- Experience with the SAP Sales & Distribution Module
Northrop Grumman provides a comprehensive benefits package and a work environment which encourages your growth and supports the mutual success of our people and our company. Northrop Grumman benefits give you the flexibility and control to choose the benefits that make the most sense for you and your family.
Your benefits will include the following: Health Plan, Savings Plan, Paid Time Off and Additional Benefits including Education Assistance, Training and Development, 9/80 Work Schedule (where available), and much more!
Primary Level Salary Range: $89,900.00 - $134,900.00The 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.Location & Eligibility
About this job
- Pay per year
- $89,900–$134,900 a year
- 66% above the $67,746 median for Other jobs on Jobera (131,715 salaries).
- Posted
- 12 days ago
Listing Details
- Posted
- October 20, 2026
- First seen
- October 20, 2026
- Last seen
- November 1, 2026
Posting Health
- Days active
- 11
- Repost count
- 0
- Trust Level
- 30%
- Scored at
- November 1, 2026
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