Senior Contract Manager, TS/SCI Clearance

Northrop Grumman; Annapolis (MD); On-site; USD 86,000 - 141,000; Full time

Job summary

Northrop Grumman is seeking a Principal Contract Administrator in Annapolis Junction, MD or San Antonio, TX. The role supports Cyber & Cryptographic Solutions, managing proposals, negotiations, and contract deliveries in a fast-paced, highly secure environment.

You will lead RFP analysis, coordinate with cross-functional teams, and ensure compliance with FARS/DFARS while maintaining strong relationships with customers and program partners.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with 5+ years of Business, Law or related work experience or Master’s Degree with 3+ years of Business, Law or related work experience.
• Will accept 9 years of applied experience in lieu of degree requirement.
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Adobe.
• Familiarity with contract terms and conditions (FARS and DFARS) in proposal development, negotiation, and contract administration.
• Understanding of commercial/US Government contractual instruments including contract type, terms and conditions, and contract financing vehicles.
• Experience with various contract types including CPIF, FFP, and T&M contracts.
• A current/active U.S. Government TS/SCI is required with the ability to obtain and maintain a Full Scope Poly Clearance.
• US Citizenship required.

Responsibilities

• Lead solicitation and RFP review/analysis, proposal preparation, and signoff. Examine estimates of material, equipment services, production costs, performance requirements, and delivery schedules to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Negotiate, administer, extend and close standard and nonstandard contracts. Provide for proper contract acquisition and fulfillment in accordance with company policies, legal requirements, and customer specifications.
• Establish successful working relationships with customers via email, telephone and in-person when appropriate.
• Collaborate effectively with the program team (finance, supply chain, quality & mission assurance, legal, pricing, and compliance) to recommend and complete actions to ensure satisfactory program performance.
• Advise management of contractual rights and obligations.
• Compile and analyze data. Maintain historical information including official correspondence. Enter and maintain contract data into Contract Management System and /or ERP System. Ensure timely delivery of all contractual deliverables and submission of invoices.
• Analyze and negotiate non-disclosure agreements, teaming agreements, software licensing agreements, and other memoranda.

Skills

Contract negotiation

Contract administration

Government contracts

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Law or related

Master’s Degree in Business, Law or related

Tools

Microsoft Office

Adobe

Job description

Northrop Grumman is seeking a Principal Contract Administrator in Annapolis Junction, MD or San Antonio, TX. The role supports Cyber & Cryptographic Solutions, managing proposals, negotiations, and contract deliveries in a fast-paced, highly secure environment.

You will lead RFP analysis, coordinate with cross-functional teams, and ensure compliance with FARS/DFARS while maintaining strong relationships with customers and program partners.