Senior Contracts Manager – DoD, ITAR & Team Lead

Northrop Grumman; Elkton (KY); On-site; USD 152,000 - 229,000; Full time

Job summary

Northrop Grumman Corp. in Elkton, MD is seeking a Contracts Manager 3 to lead a contracts team within the Propulsion & Controls Operating Unit. The role focuses on delivering strong customer satisfaction, financial performance, and risk mitigation while supporting new business strategy.

The successful candidate will supervise contract administrators, advise on NDA/ teaming agreements, ensure compliance with FAR/DFAR and ITAR, and travel as needed to support government engagements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with 10 years of experience in contracts, or a Master’s with 8 years of experience.
• Experience with FAR/DFAR and US DoD contracting.
• Ability to obtain a U.S. Government Secret clearance and strong communication skills.

Skills

Contract management

FAR/DFAR knowledge

Negotiation

Security clearance (obtainable)

ITAR knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Master's degree (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft 365 (M365)

Job description

Northrop Grumman Corp. in Elkton, MD is seeking a Contracts Manager 3 to lead a contracts team within the Propulsion & Controls Operating Unit. The role focuses on delivering strong customer satisfaction, financial performance, and risk mitigation while supporting new business strategy.

The successful candidate will supervise contract administrators, advise on NDA/ teaming agreements, ensure compliance with FAR/DFAR and ITAR, and travel as needed to support government engagements.