Contracts Administrator Level 3/4 (Top Secret) – Onsite

Northrop Grumman; Elkridge (MD); On-site; USD 90,000 - 176,000; Full time

Job summary

Northrop Grumman is seeking a Contracts Administrator at Level 3 or 4 to support the NGSP ISD TOPS unit. The role is 100% on-site at Hanover, MD or Redondo Beach, CA with occasional travel, interacting with program teams and customers on contractual matters.

The successful candidate will handle proposal support, negotiations, and contract administration, ensuring compliance with company policies and government requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with 5 years of professional experience or Master’s with 3 years; PhD with 1 year.
• Ability to obtain and maintain U.S. Government Top-Secret clearance.
• Experience negotiating and administering government contracts of varying sizes.
• Ability to work with cross-functional teams including program management, finance, and supply chain.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; proficient with MS Office and Adobe.

Responsibilities

• Develop solutions to routine and complex contractual matters while ensuring compliance.
• Interface with customers to discuss contractual topics and build relationships.
• Review terms, conditions, and provisions; assess risks and mitigation strategies.
• Support contract negotiations, administration, change management, and customer activities.
• Enter and maintain contract data in Contract Management or ERP systems.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Strong written communication

Strong verbal communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

PhD

Tools

MS Office Suite

Adobe

Job description

Northrop Grumman is seeking a Contracts Administrator at Level 3 or 4 to support the NGSP ISD TOPS unit. The role is 100% on-site at Hanover, MD or Redondo Beach, CA with occasional travel, interacting with program teams and customers on contractual matters.

The successful candidate will handle proposal support, negotiations, and contract administration, ensuring compliance with company policies and government requirements.