Manager Contracts Administration 3 (Senior Manager)

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be 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.

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’s Space Sector invites you to bring your pioneering spirit to our collaborative team. As a Contracts Manager – Manager Level 3 (Senior Manager) located in Dulles, VA, you’ll be a linchpin in missions of paramount importance, defining the art of the possible from day one. This position is 100% onsite and cannot accommodate telecommute work.

The Manager Contract Administration 3 will produce high quality Contract Management related products supporting the NGSP Space Superiority Division (SSD) Space Segment Production (SSP) Operating Unit. This position requires an understanding of DOD contracting, excellent communication skills, strong technology acumen in M365, as well as interpersonal and organizational skills. The ideal candidate is a team player; but also, a strong leader, demonstrated problem-solver, and a proactive, detail-oriented approach. The Manager Contract Administration 3 will be required to deal effectively with competing priorities and deadlines and handle multiple tasks. The Manager Contract Administration 3 must possess the ability to work well with others in high-stress high-volume situations, effectively interface with internal functional and program organizations, and meet the goals/objectives of the SSP operating unit.

This position will work a 9/80 schedule, with every other Friday off.

Roles and responsibilities of the Manager Contract Administration 3 will include the following:

• Vision & Strategy – Define and communicate a clear, forward‑looking contract strategy aligned with business objectives and the broader Northrop Grumman mission.
• People Leadership – Lead, mentor, and grow a multidisciplinary team of contract professionals, fostering a culture of innovation, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Customer Relationship Management – Build and sustain senior‑level relationships with customers and internal program stakeholders, acting as the trusted advisor on contractual risk, requirements, and opportunities.
• Risk & Compliance Oversight – Provide expert counsel to senior leadership on contractual obligations, FAR/DFAR compliance, and risk mitigation strategies.
• Business Development Support – Partner with proposal teams to shape winning strategies, ensuring contract terms support long‑term customer value and organizational goals.
• Operational Excellence – Drive process improvements, change management, and the adoption of M365 tools to enhance efficiency and quality of contract deliverables.

Why you? You’re the candidate we’re searching for if you are ready to achieve the impossible alongside like-minded innovators.

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree with 8 years of professional experience including people management experience – OR – Master’s degree with 6 years of professional experience including people management experience.
• 2+ years of management experience and demonstrated ability to lead teams and develop talent
• Strong technical acumen in contract management
• Strong technical acumen in M365
• Financial acumen
• An in-depth knowledge of FAR, DFAR and experience with different contract types
• Strong problem solving and analytical skills; ability to make recommendations and effectively bring projects to completion
• Must have an active U.S. Government DoD Top Secret security clearance at time of application, current and within scope, with the ability to obtain and maintain SCI approval/access.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Active Top Secret / Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) clearance at time of application.
• Experience supporting Development and Production Contracts
• Experience with managing and administrator OCIs
• Extensive Proposal Support
• Experience managing change management
• NCMA Certification (CPCM, CFCM and/or CCCM)

As a leader with integrity, you ensure ethical conduct, balanced results, and partner satisfaction. You respect and nurture growth, fostering a culture of excellence. Skilled in building collaborative teams and customer trust, you communicate well, foster strong teams, and embrace change.  

Curious about all the exciting developments with the Northrop Grumman Space Sector? Click the link below:

https://www.northropgrumman.com/space 

Primary Level Salary Range: $159,500.00 - $239,300.00

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. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.