Secret-Cleared Contract Administrator

Northrop Grumman Corporation; Linthicum (MD); On-site; USD 72,000 - 109,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

9/80 Schedule

Health Plan

PTO

Job summary

Northrop Grumman Corporation in Linthicum, MD is seeking a Contract Administrator to support the MSTS division, focusing on LMS/AMR programs. This onsite role follows a 9/80 schedule and requires US citizenship and a Secret clearance eligibility.

You will administer, negotiate, and manage contracts, prepare bids, review RFPs, and coordinate with finance, legal, and program teams to ensure compliance and successful proposals. Strong writing and collaboration are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with 2 years of related experience OR Master's with 1 year of related experience
• US Citizenship and ability to obtain a Secret level security clearance
• General knowledge of commercial and government contracting, FAR/DFARs and related regulations
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe Acrobat

Responsibilities

• Administer, extend, negotiate and terminate contracts
• Prepare bids; analyze reports; advise management of contractual rights and obligations
• Review RFPs to understand SOW/contract requirements and advise the program team
• Collaborate with finance, supply chain, mission assurance, and legal
• Maintain contract data in the Contract Management System and ERP
• Interact with customers on contractual matters

Skills

Communication

Organization

Customer service

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

PowerPoint

Adobe Acrobat

Job description

Northrop Grumman Corporation in Linthicum, MD is seeking a Contract Administrator to support the MSTS division, focusing on LMS/AMR programs. This onsite role follows a 9/80 schedule and requires US citizenship and a Secret clearance eligibility.

You will administer, negotiate, and manage contracts, prepare bids, review RFPs, and coordinate with finance, legal, and program teams to ensure compliance and successful proposals. Strong writing and collaboration are essential.