Contract Administrator – Government Programs & Proposals

Northrop Grumman; West Virginia; On-site; USD 66,000 - 98,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life and disability insurance

Savings plan

Paid holidays and PTO

Job summary

Northrop Grumman seeks a Contract Administrator (Level 2) to join its contracts team in Rocket Center, WV. Responsibilities include managing contracts from proposal to closeout, leading negotiations, and providing contract operations support across programs.

The role requires FAR/DFARS knowledge, data entry in contract systems, and the ability to work with diverse teams. DoD Secret clearance is required or obtainable.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent (GED) with at least 5 years of applied experience.
• Bachelor’s degree with at least 2 years of applied experience, or Master’s in a related field.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, especially Excel and PowerPoint. Must be able to obtain and maintain DoD Secret clearance.

Responsibilities

• Work complex assignments independently and support Finance, Program Management, and various levels of Management.
• Lead proposal preparation, contract negotiation and contract administration from proposal through closeout.
• Administer daily contract activities for various product lines and contract types, including cost reimbursable and firm fixed price; manage payment terms and invoicing.

Skills

DoD/DFARS knowledge

Communication

Independent worker

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Northrop Grumman seeks a Contract Administrator (Level 2) to join its contracts team in Rocket Center, WV. Responsibilities include managing contracts from proposal to closeout, leading negotiations, and providing contract operations support across programs.

The role requires FAR/DFARS knowledge, data entry in contract systems, and the ability to work with diverse teams. DoD Secret clearance is required or obtainable.