Serve as the primary interface with customers on contractual matters. Monitor contracts and associated programs to ensure compliance with obligations. Independently assists in contract proposal preparation, negotiations, and administration in accordance with company policies, legal requirements, and customer specifications. Develop solutions for complex contractual issues to maintain company compliance. Manage contract changes and maintain comprehensive historical records. Review terms and conditions—including financial terms, acceptance criteria, delivery requirements, warranties, intellectual property, termination provisions, property, Mission Assurance requirements, and indemnification—to identify risks and propose mitigation strategies. Independently prepare and manage written communications with internal and external stakeholders. Enter and update contract data in a Contract Management System and/or Enterprise Accounting System. Provide expert business advice to Program Management, Integrated Product, and Functional teams to ensure contract compliance. Bachelor's degree from an accredited university with five years of experience in contracts, subcontracts, procurement administration, or a related field; OR a master's degree with three years of relevant experience. Complete knowledge of pricing principles, FAR/DFARS, and related Federal Contracting regulations. Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret or Top-Secret security clearance; U.S. citizenship is required. Experience with cost-type contracts, government property, and major weapon system development Familiarity with Northrop Grumman Contracts processes and procedures. Active DoD Secret or Top-Secret security clearance. Extensive proposal experience. NCMA Certification (CPCM, CFCM and/or CCCM).