Sr Principal Contract Administrator
Quick Summary
Lead and coordinate the company response to customer Requests for Proposal (RFPs) to understand Statements of Work (SOW)/contract
Northrop Grumman Mission Systems is a trusted provider of mission-enabling solutions for global security. We have a wide portfolio of secure, affordable, integrated, and multi-domain systems and technologies. Our differentiated battle management and cyber solutions deliver timely, mission-enabling information and provide superior situational awareness and understanding to protect the U.S. and its global allies.
We’re looking for you to join our team as a Senior Principal Contract Administrator based out of San Diego, CA. This is an onsite position offering a 9/80 schedule.
Responsibilities
~2 min read- →Lead and coordinate the company response to customer Requests for Proposal (RFPs) to understand Statements of Work (SOW)/contract requirements and advise the program team on risk identification and mitigation strategies
- →Ensure company proposals are fully responsive to prospective customer requirements, prepare proposal submittal documents, and coordinate appropriate levels of internal review and approval. Coordinate and develop responses to fact-finding, evaluation notices, and requests for information (RFIs), to bolster priorities, strengthen support for the proposal, and also identify customer key items or concerns
- →Develop and execute negotiation strategy/plan to establish a framework to arrive at the most beneficial agreement possible between Northrop Grumman and the customer in the quickest timeframe possible
- →Maintain excellent working relationships with customers to effectively communicate, administer, modify, negotiate and terminate standard and nonstandard contractual agreements
- →Oversee contract performance including schedules and deliverables and complete actions to ensure satisfactory program performance
- →Advise program teams of contractual rights and obligations, including interpretation of contract terms and conditions
- →Maintain and update contract documents and official program records, including contractual documents and correspondence
- →Provide direct contract support, review contractual documents to ensure protection of company's contractual/risk posture, satisfaction of contractual requirements and adherence to company policies
- →Research contract issues and prepare analysis with citations
- →Work cooperatively with the technical staff to address customer requests
Requirements
~1 min read- Bachelor’s degree with 8 years of related professional experience - OR - a Master's degree with 6 years of related professional experience
- Will consider an additional 4 years of related experience (12 total) in lieu of degree
- Experience with FAR/DFARS
- Experience working with various contract types such as Time & Material, Cost types, Firm Fixed Price, Other Transactions, etc.
- Experience working with proposal development and negotiations
- U.S. Citizenship required.
- The ability to obtain and maintain a DoW Secret level security clearance is required.
- Experience in U.S. Government Department of War contract administration & management
- Experience working independently and collaborating with stakeholders and Subject Matter Experts (SMEs)
- Experience briefing internal and external customers
- Experience handling multiple tasks concurrently
- Experience with the SAP Sales & Distribution Module
- Current, active DoW Secret level security clearance
Northrop Grumman provides a comprehensive benefits package and a work environment which encourages your growth and supports the mutual success of our people and our company. Northrop Grumman benefits give you the flexibility and control to choose the benefits that make the most sense for you and your family.
Your benefits will include the following: Health Plan, Savings Plan, Paid Time Off and Additional Benefits including Education Assistance, Training and Development, 9/80 Work Schedule (where available), and much more!
Location & Eligibility
Listing Details
- First seen
- October 3, 2026
- Last seen
- October 3, 2026
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- Trust Level
- 51%
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- October 3, 2026
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