Principal Capture Contract Administrator
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Nov 5, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 15, 2026. Northrop Grumman scores B on the Alion truth index.
Description
At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work - and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history.The Research and Advanced Design (R&AD) division develops, demonstrates and transitions differentiating technologies, aeronautics platforms, advanced missions and architectural design concepts to drive sector and company growth. Our team supporting R&AD is integral to growth, works with cutting-edge industry leading approaches, and develops unique experiences to further individual career growth with a mission mindset.
Our team is highly driven to learn, grow and be a part of the future of Aeronautics vehicles, all the while focused on knowledge sharing and collaboration within our team and internal program teams.
Our success factors include: Critical thinker, problem solver, creative contractual mindset, and motivated with a competitive nature eager to work on a team environment. Our team is made up of 'intrapreneurs' - those eager to innovate within the structure of our existing dynamic, forward thinking organization.
Our team woks with select customers to identify and pursue innovative technology development programs, create engagement strategies, and ultimately address customer needs and warfighting challenges.
Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems has an opening for Capture Principal Contracts Administrator (Level 3) to join its team supporting its Research & Advanced Design (R&AD) division. This position will be located on site daily in Redondo Beach, CA or El Segundo, CA. This position operates on 9/80 schedule, offering every other Friday off.
The Contracts Administrator will participate in contract proposal preparation, contract negotiations, contract administration, and customer contract activities to manage assigned contracts in accordance with company policies, legal requirements and customer specifications. As primary interface with customer, the Contracts Administrator will ensure that contractual obligations are communicated and understood, ensure fulfillment of contract requirements, manage contract changes, be proactive in administering each contract and maintain historical information. This role requires knowledge of the Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS), and government contracting process. If you are someone who has a proven ability to work independently with high attention to detail in a fast-paced environment then this role is for you.
The Contracts Management team responsible for providing contract support for various CPFF, FFP, T&M, IDIQ Government (FAR/DFARS) contracts and Other Transaction Agreements. Support of these contracts involve proposal development, contract negotiation, contract compliance, contract/task order management, contract modifications, and contract close-out. The team works closely with the legal and proposal teams across various program, business management and engineering teams.
Associated Responsibilities and Essential Functions:
- This role will have significant visibility within high visibility programs, including some Division and Sector submittals and reviews and must manage tight deadlines in a complex environment.
- This role will support many competitive efforts, including large captures and heavy proposals.
- We’re looking for someone is excited and curious about learning, growing and contributing the Defining Possible here in R&AD Contracts team.
- Compliance with government regulations, legal requirements, and company policies
- Maintain an audit file for each contract to include the original contract, all correspondence, changes/deviations/modifications, amendments, clarifications, payment schedules, and deliverables
- Provide program managers and executives with contract brief during the contract
- Cultivate strong, ongoing relationships with internal/external customers
- Provide contractual guidance and risk manage mitigation strategies for contractual business obligations
Basic Qualifications for Principal Contracts Administrator Level 3:
- Bachelor’s Degree and 5 years of Business Management, Global Supply Chain, Subcontracts, Legal or business-related experience - OR - Master's degree with 3 years of Business Management, Global Supply Chain, Subcontracts, Legal or business-related experience
- Must have experience negotiating and administering various contract types
- Must have experience with government regulations, such as FAR or DFAR
- Must have 2 years of experience with Government Contracts
- Ability to obtain and maintain a US Government Secret clearance
- Must have the ability to obtain and maintain the Special Access Program (SAP) clearance within 120 days of start date.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Active US Government Secret or higher clearance (with a background investigation completed within the last 6 years or currently enrolled into Continuous Evaluation)
- Experience working competitive DoD proposals
- Contracts Administration, Business and /or Supply Chain experience and/or extended education
- Experience working with customers, client facing, and executive engagement
- Experience in training, knowledge share, and collaboration with contracts, program, and business colleagues
- Experience with ID/IQ, OTA, FOPRs, Cost Type, Fixed Price, Incentive and Government contract types
- Certification from the National Contracts Management Association
We offer flexible work arrangements, phenomenal learning opportunities, exposure to a wide variety of projects and customers, and a very friendly team environment. We are looking for self-motivated, proactive, and goal-oriented people to help us grow our services and become even better at what we do.
At Northrop Grumman, we are on the cutting edge of innovation-- building the next generation of sophisticated aircraft to protect our country. Our diverse portfolio of programs means there are endless paths to cultivate your career. We are well-known for our inclusive, family environment, as well as our excellent work/life balance. We also offer exceptional benefits/healthcare, a 9/80 schedule , and a great 401K matching program.
Primary Level Salary Range: $94,200.00 - $141,200.00The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions.Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO and pay transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.