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[Apply on Northrop Grumman’s careers site →](https://ngc.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/Northrop_Grumman_External_Site/job/United-States-Maryland-Linthicum/Manager-Contract-Administration-1_R10250983-1) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) / [Northrop Grumman](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/northrop-grumman/) / Manager Contract Administration 1 ## Job description ### RELOCATION ASSISTANCE No relocation assistance available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes CLEARANCE TYPE: Top Secret TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time 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. 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. Northrop Grumman Mission Systems Sector, Mission Next (MNX) Division is looking for you to join our team as a Contracts Manager 1 based in Linthicum, MD. ### What You Will Get To Do The successful candidate will have full management responsibility for multiple contracts professionals. The successful candidate will be responsible for the full acquisition life-cycle administration (business development phase through contract closeout), negotiations, and delivering strong customer satisfaction, successful financial performance, and risk mitigation. This position will require an understanding of terms and conditions and the ability to negotiate all types of contractual instruments and agreements. It is important that the Manager, Contract Administrator 1 has the ability to provide concise and effective communication through presentations, written documentation, or email format with different levels of management. Additionally, the successful candidate must be a role model for good business ethics and conduct. They must have the ability to solve complex problems by actively seeking information and new ideas from a variety of sources. Responsibilities include: Reviewing and responding to RFIs, RFQs, and RFPs. Reviewing process specifications, progress, and other reports. Advising management of contractual rights and obligations. Preparing bids/proposals, administering, extending, negotiating and terminating standard and nonstandard contracts IAW company policies, legal requirements, and customer specifications. Examining estimates of material, equipment services, production costs, performance requirements, and delivery schedules to ensure accuracy and completeness. Reviewing and approving contractual documents. Planning and executing successful contract negotiations. Achieving targeted profit rates and favorable terms and conditions to assist in meeting profit and cash goals. Providing direction based upon the contract requirements and good change management discipline. Making decisions in a timely manner. Working with program, finance, supply chain, legal, security, and other functions. Building strong customer intimacy and engaging with employees. Conducting staff meetings and one on one sessions with direct reports. Assessing the business needs on assigned programs and working/elevating actions as needed. The successful candidate will have excellent written and verbal communication skills. ### Basic Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree and 5 years’ experience working in Contracts Administration/Management or related experience (i.e. contracts-related legal) or a Master’s degree with 3 years’ experience working in Contracts Administration (i.e. contracts-related legal). Demonstrated knowledge of Contracts Administration in a FAR/DFARS environment. Strong proposal development and negotiation experience. Experience administering various contract types of varying sizes and types of agreements. A current/active US Government Top Secret clearance is required with the ability to obtain and maintain SAP. ### Preferred Qualifications Background in DoD contracting, prior experience with the USG and/or Major Defense Contractor customers. Demonstrated 1+ years of leadership or supervisor experience in the contracts field. Experience working development and production programs. Experience working with SAP programs. Experience working with competitive proposals. ### What We Can Offer You 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! ### Primary Level Salary Range $105,000.00 - $157,600.00 The 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](http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO). U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions. ## At a glance - Posted by the employer: Sep 24, 2026 - First seen by OpenNash: Oct 11, 2026 - Last checked: Oct 18, 2026 - Listed for: 24 days - Location: United States-Maryland-Linthicum - Employment type: Full-time - Pay: $105,000.00 - $157,600.00[Apply on Northrop Grumman’s careers site →](https://ngc.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/Northrop_Grumman_External_Site/job/United-States-Maryland-Linthicum/Manager-Contract-Administration-1_R10250983-1) ## More jobs at Northrop Grumman ### [Contract Administrator](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/northrop-grumman/jobs/644332ec1e8ebed7aed7/) United States-Maryland-Linthicum ### [Contracts Administrator - Level 3 (Principal) or 4 (Senior Principal)](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/northrop-grumman/jobs/9ebca5ad96a9d4cb77eb/) United States-Maryland-Linthicum ### [Principal Contract Administrator](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/northrop-grumman/jobs/3f4700d1aa4b47b319b1/) United States-Maryland-Linthicum ## Similar jobs at other companies ### [Consultant, Customer Contract Administration](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/cardinal-health/jobs/b5dd8854d51844e479dd/) Cardinal Health · International ### [Senior Consultant, Healthcare IT Contract Administration Consulting](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/oracle/jobs/609740297b2d162fb147/) Oracle · United States ### [Sale Support Manager - Contract Administration](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/nextpower/jobs/246ffef12291b5da5cf9/) Nextpower · Fremont, California - USA ### [Senior Contract Administration Specialist - Business Associate Agreements](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/wolters-kluwer/jobs/e958cc5e4d6019ba5f23/) Wolters Kluwer · USA - Waltham, MA +2 more ### [Contract Administration Manager, Global Deal Management](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/amazon/jobs/ed465a83e1f5aad2e2aa/) Amazon · US, CA, Culver City OpenNash lists jobs from employers’ own careers sites and does not handle applications. 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